More about The Shepherd's Choice Lamb & Kid Instant Milk Replacer - 45 lb Bag
Developed by experienced shepherds and veterinarians for their own sheep and goat flocks, The Shepherd's Choice Lamb & Kid Instant Milk Replacer in a 45-pound bag mixes well in bottles, buckets, and automatic milking machines.
Features
- Made with CitriStim® for baby lambs & goat kids
- First ingredient is skim milk; this "slow protein" aids in digestion
- Medicated with Deconquinate (18.16 g/ton)
- For the prevention of coccidiosis in young sheep caused by eimeria Ovinoidalis, E. crandallis, E. Parva, and e.Bakuensis
- Warning: Do not feed to lactating livestock producing food for human consumption
Guaranteed Analysis
- Crude Protein, min 24%
- Crude Fat, min 30%
- Crude Fiber, max 0.15%
- Ash, max 6.5%
- Calcium, min 0.80%
- Calcium, max 1.00%
- Phosphorus, min 0.65%
- Selenium, max 0.3 ppm
- Vitamin A, min 30,000 IU/lb
- Vitamin D3, min 5,000 IU/lb
- Vitamin E, min 150 IU/lb
How To Use
Dry powder should be weighed to determine the recommended amount. The measuring cup in each bag holds approximately 4 oz. dry powder. For best mixability, whisk powder with hot water (125°-135°F). Do not exceed 140°F. If the water is too hot you will damage the milk proteins (Maillard chemical reaction), which are essential to lamb and goat kid performance.
Lambs: Mix 4 oz. of dry powder with 1 pint (16 oz.) of water.
Goat Kids: Mix 4 oz. of dry powder with 1 1/2 pints (24 oz.) of water.
Thoroughly mix until the dry powder has been dissolved into a smooth solution.
Feeding Directions
- Hand-Feeding: For newborns, feed smaller amounts more frequently (up to 6 times per day). Gradually reduce the number of feedings as the animal gets older. Allow the milk to cool to 100°F (or less) before feeding. Use a stomach tube to ensure adequate consumption in struggling lambs. Don’t underfeed.
- Free Choice: Feed at 40°F to prevent overconsumption.
- Automatic Feeding Systems: Follow manufacturer’s directions.
Also available in an 8 lb pail QC Supply Part #679000, and a 25 lb bagQC Part #679001.