Beaphar Lactol Feeding Syringes

Beaphar Lactol Feeding Syringes help carers deliver prepared milk replacer to newborn and growing puppies, kittens and small animals. The pack contains two 12ml syringes with clear measurement markings and smooth plungers for controlled feeding.

One syringe has a narrow nozzle for slower feeding and the other has a wider nozzle for faster flow. They can be used with Beaphar Lactol Puppy Milk, Kitten Milk, Small Animal Milk or another suitable animal milk replacer. Milk replacer is not included.

Product details

• Pack of two 12ml feeding syringes.
• Clear plastic with easy-to-read measurement markings.
• Different nozzle widths to support controlled feeding.
• For hand-rearing newborn, underweight or orphaned puppies, kittens and small animals.
• Can also be used when feeding sick or recuperating animals, with veterinary guidance.

Preparation and safe use

Always read the supplied packaging fully before use. Ensure all equipment is clean and sterile; Beaphar recommends soaking in a suitable sterilising solution. Prepare the milk replacer according to its own instructions and allow it to cool to lukewarm, approximately 38°C. Follow the milk replacer's feeding quantities and frequency, and seek veterinary advice about hand-rearing or feeding a weak or unwell animal.

Beaphar's instructions begin with the wider-tipped syringe: gently press the plunger to check flow, then squeeze a bead of milk onto the tip and touch it against the animal's tongue to encourage swallowing. Feed gently and allow the animal time to swallow. Never squeeze hard or force milk into the mouth, as liquid can enter the lungs. If the animal will not swallow or feeding is difficult, stop and seek veterinary guidance rather than forcing a feed.