Small Animal Supplies

**New Packaging is rolling out mid 2024! You may receive a mix of old and new packaging as the transition completes***

Di-Vetelact is an Australian made powdered milk formula suitable for all kinds of animals. The premium grade ingredients are sourced from Australian and New Zealand dairy farms.

Di-Vetelact is a nutritionally complete powdered milk replacer and nutritional supplement. It is scientifically formulated with the optimum ratios of fatty acids, important amino acids and 13 high quality vitamins and 12 minerals.

Di-vetelact provides premium nutrition for sustained growth, development and vitality of animals from infancy through to senior years. 

SUITABLE FOR

• Dogs, Cats, Horses, small pets such as Rabbits and Guinea Pigs as well Farm Animals and Marsupials
• Infant and Growing Animals 
• Pregnant and Lactating Animals 
• Elderly and Convalescing Animals 
• Show and Performance Animals 
• All animals at all life stages to ensure best health

Ingredients:
Di-Vetelact Special Low Lactose Dairy Blend (Whey protein concentrate, milk protein concentrate) Dried Vegetable oils (vegetable oils, glucose solids, lecithin and emulsifiers. mixed tocopherols).

Vitamins, Minerals and other: Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Sodium chloride, Potassium, Vitamin C, Taurine, Vitamin E, Iron, Vitamin B3, Zinc, Vitamin A, Pantothante, Vitamin D3, Copper, Vitamin B12, Vitamin K1, Vitamin B2, Manganese, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Iodine, Folate, Biotin, Selenium

SIZES:  375g;  850g;  5kg

Wombaroo High Protein Supplement is used to boost protein content in the diet of fruit & nectar eating animals including Sugar Gliders, Possums & Flying Foxes.

Key Features of Wombaroo High Protein Supplement:

• Over 50% protein, which is more than twice that of high protein cereal.
• Protein has an excellent amino acid profile, superior to that of plant pollen.
• Enriched with essential nutrients including omega-3&6 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals.
• A useful food additive for sick or debilitated animals.

Predamax is a complete vitamin, mineral and calcium supplement designed for dogs, cats and ferrets fed raw meat diets. It helps provide essential nutrients that may be missing from raw, homemade or nutritionally incomplete diets, supporting healthy bones, skin, coat and overall wellbeing.

Formulated with essential vitamins, minerals and dual-source calcium, Predamax helps maintain balanced nutrition for carnivorous pets. Simply sprinkle over food daily to help support healthy growth, strong bones, immune function and everyday vitality.

Why You'll Love It

• Provides essential vitamins and minerals for pets fed raw meat diets
• Contains dual-source calcium to help support healthy bones and teeth
• Supports healthy skin and coat condition
• Helps maintain balanced nutrition in homemade and raw diets
• Suitable for dogs, cats and ferrets
• Easy-to-use powder that mixes directly with food
• Flavoured with kangaroo for excellent palatability

Supports Balanced Raw Feeding

Raw meat diets can be low in important vitamins, minerals and calcium. Predamax helps fill these nutritional gaps by supplying key nutrients that support normal growth, maintenance and overall health.

Whether you're feeding raw meat, homemade meals or other nutritionally incomplete diets, Predamax provides a simple way to help ensure your pet receives the nutrients they need every day.

Suitable For

• Dogs fed raw or homemade diets
• Cats fed raw meat diets
• Ferrets requiring additional vitamin and mineral supplementation
• Growing animals with increased nutritional requirements

Feeding Guide

Dogs, Cats & Ferrets:
Sprinkle 1g (approximately 1 level enclosed spoon) of Predamax per 4kg body weight over food once daily.

Growing Animals:
Feed approximately double the maintenance dose.

Daily use is recommended. Consult your veterinarian before modifying the recommended feeding rate.

Nutritional Analysis/INgredients (Per kg)

• Calcium – 235.7g
• Phosphate – 105g
• Vitamin A – 690,000 IU
• Vitamin D3 – 70,000 IU
• Vitamin E – 145mg
• Vitamin K – 227mg
• Vitamin B1 – 320mg
• Vitamin B2 – 610mg
• Vitamin B6 – 200mg
• Vitamin B12 – 0.7mg
• Pantothenate – 680mg
• Niacin – 2,100mg
• Folic Acid – 10mg
• Taurine – 30mg
• Choline Bitartrate – 15mg
• Salt – 37g
• Iodine – 53.2mg
• Iron – 1,320mg
• Cobalt – 13.8mg
• Magnesium – 1,280mg
• Manganese – 186mg
• Zinc – 221mg

Storage

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place.

Fido's Fre-Itch Rinse Concentrate is for flea, lice and tick control (including the paralysis tick). It is a low odour, water based formulation suitable for use in a hydrobath, rinse, dip or spray.

• Safe to use on puppies, kittens, cats, dogs, caged birds and rodents
• Prevents tick attachment for up to three days on dogs and cats.
• Controls lice on ornamental cage birds and rodents.
• Contains no alcohol or petroleum solvents.

COMPOSITION:
10g/L Pyrethrins, 18g/L Piperonyl butoxide, 30g/L N-Octyl

Indications:
Fleas (Ctenocephalides spp) and lice (Trichodectes canis and Heterodoxus spp), ticks including the paralysis tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus and Ixodes holocyclus) and prevents attachment for up to 3 days on dogs and cats. Controls lice on ornamental caged birds and rodents.

For use in hydrobaths. Because of the almost complete absence of organic solvents this product will not damage the pump mechanism of hydrobaths. The vapour is considerably less toxic to the operator than conventional organophosphates.

WARNINGS
In paralysis tick areas, inspect dogs and cats daily.

Directions for use:
Dilute before use. Make up freshly before use.
For dogs, cats, puppies, kittens & rodents: Mix 8mL of concentrate with 800mL of warm water (40mL to 4L) and dip, swab, sponge or spray dog or cat with this solution until thoroughly soaked. Avoid contact with pets eyes. Allow animal to dry naturally. Puppies and kittens should be towelled dry to prevent chilling. For best results do not rinse off. The suggested treatment for continuous paralysis tick control is to rinse the animal according to label direction once every 3 days.

Zone control: To aid the control of flea infestations, bedding should be changed or sprayed with this product when diluted and allowed to dry. Areas frequented by the pet should also be treated with this product (when diluted) when necessary.

For ornamental cage birds: Mix 2mL of concentrate with 200mL water and use this solution in a clean pump spray. Adjust spray to fine, and spray bird lightly all over ruffling the feathers to allow spray to penetrate to skin. Avoid contact with pets eye. Allow bird to dry naturally in a warm place to prevent chilling. Repeat as necessary.

VOLUME: 125mL;  500mL;  5L.

Kitter is a fast acting and highly absorbent wood pellet litter, made from 100% all natural wood with no additives of any kind.

Features of Kitter:

FAST ACTING

ODOUR CONTROL - PINE FRESH SCENT

Not only does Kitter smell great in the litter tray, but, as it absorbs liquids much more quickly, the naturally occurring anti-bacterial oils in the wood can act faster on odour, inhibiting the growth of bacteria, which cause that ammonia smell.

HIGHLY ABSORBENT

One kilogram of Kitter can absorb over 3 litres of odour causing liquid.

ECO FRIENDLY AND BIODEGRADABLE

All raw materials for Kitter are sourced from renewable plantation timber and are 100% bio-degradable.

PURE PRODUCT - NO CHEMICALS ADDED

Kitter is made from all natural wood with no additives of any kind.

GARDEN FRIENDLY

Kitter is great for composting. You can also spread it on the lawn or mix into garden beds. Not to be used in vegetable gardens. Always wash your hands after handling soiled litter and wear gloves.

LONG LASTING

Kitter works with any litter tray. Use Kitter with a two piece sieve tray to make each kilo last much longer. With a two piece sieve litter tray only the wet litter is removed. You only have to add a small amount of litter to replace the litter that has absorbed the liquid.

New to Your Pet?

Sometimes your pet is a bit hesitant to use a different litter, in a different tray, which is understandable. To allow a smooth, trouble free transition, sprinkle some of your old litter over the top of Kitter for a short period until your pet is used to the new litter.

We recommend using the Kitter Two Piece Sieve Tray (sold separately):

• Put a small amount of litter in the bottom layer under the sieve - use 2 to 3 handfuls.
• This litter absorbs any liquid that goes through the top layer.
• Put a layer of approximately 2cm of litter in the top of the sieve and the tray is ready to use.
• Regularly shake the tray.
• This allows litter that has absorbed the odour causing liquid to fall through the sieve into the base.
• Scoop out solids daily.
• The wet litter, in the base, can be replaced as required.

The regular maintenance process of the 2 piece sieve tray:

• Remove all the wet litter from the base.
• Add a couple of scoops of litter from the top of the sieve to the base.
• Then, add a couple of scoops of fresh litter to the top of the sieve.
• This allows the litter to be regularly 'turned over' with fresh litter always being added to the top.
• Every 2 - 3 weeks, or more frequently if required, clean the whole tray with bleach or a non-citrus based equivalent, and replace all the litter.

Regular maintenance of a standard One Piece Tray:

• Fill a clean empty litter tray with a layer of approximately 3cm of Kitter. 
• Scoop out solids daily and change the litter regularly.

SIZES:15kg

Synbiotic 180-S is a 9 strain probiotic blend (180 million CFU/g) with natural prebiotic (chicory root extract) and enzymes, designed as a multi-species formula to improve overall health and wellbeing for all animals.



Recommended for: Use in all animals in times of stress, illness, injury, post-antibiotic treatment or as a daily supplement to support the immune & digestive systems.



Can be used with: Any food or in-water source. Symbiotic 180-S is also compatible for use with supplements and medications such as anthelmintics, coccidiostat, minerals and vitamins.



Key Features:

• As an aid during periods of intestinal dysfunction such as diarrhoea or malabsorption.
• Use in all animals in times of stress, illness, injury, and/or post-antibiotic treatment.
• When used daily, the unique Probiotic, Prebiotic and Enzyme combination in Symbiotic 180-S assists in maintaining a balanced digestive system and optimises digestion of feed by increasing the available nutrients in feed and improving digestive efficiency.
• Symbiotic 180-S 's Probiotics and Prebiotics also assist in the maintenance of a strong & functional immune system.
• Symbiotic 180-S's unique formulation contains 9 strains of beneficial bacteria, with natural prebiotic (chicory root extract) and digestive enzymes.
• 180 million CFU/g concentration of beneficial bacteria ensures optimum immune system and digestive support.
• Natural prebiotic chicory root extract feeds and nourishes Bifidobacterium, boosting immune strength.
• Enzymes directly improve digestion of foods, crucial of animals recovering from stress or injury. 

Active Constituents:
Probiotics: (180 million CFU/g) Lactobacillus acidophilus, L.casei, L. salivarius, L.plantarum, L.rhamnosus, L.brevis, Bifidobacterium bifidum, B.lactis, S. thermophilus.
Prebiotic: Inulin (Chicory Root Extract).
Enzymes: Protease, Amylase, Cellulase, Hemicellulase, Lipase, Papain, Bromelain

Maintenance Dose:(daily use)
Water: Add 3g (1 enclosed heaped scoop) of Synbiotic to 1L of clean drinking water.
Food: Add 6g (2 enclosed heaped scoops) of Synbiotic to 1kg of dry food, soft food, vegetables, hand rearing formula etc.



Stress Dose: (post antibiotics or while animals experience digestive upset)

Water: Add 6g (2 enclosed heaped scoops) of Synbiotic to 1L of clean drinking water.

Food: Add 12g (4 enclosed heaped scoops) of Synbiotic to 1kg of dry food, soft food, hand rearing formula etc.



Storage: 
Store below 25℃ in a cool dry place. Once opened keep the lid tightly closed.

We regret we are unable to ship this product to New Zealand.



Advocate for Kittens and Cats up to 4kg is a flea, heartworm and worm treatment. An easy-to-use spot-on, it is applied monthly. 

Advocate is the closest thing to a vaccine against Australia’s most common parasites. The super ingredients in Advocate provide fast relief from fleas, prevent deadly heartworm and protect both your cat and your family from most gastrointestinal worms. 

Advocate creates a flea-free home fast. It stops fleas biting within 3 to 5 minutes, killing adult fleas and their larvae within 20 minutes – breaking the flea lifecycle. With monthly use it also protects your cat from the danger of heartworm infections. Advocate also takes care of worming worries, including the prevention and control of lungworm. It kills mites and is water-resistant too. 

Advocate for Kittens and Cats up to 4kg is safe for kittens from 9 weeks of age and ferrets weighing 0.8 kg or more. It all adds up to the most thorough parasite protection available for your cat. 

This product can be used on Ferrets for treatment and prevention of fleas and the prevention of heartworm. 

Apply a single spot between the shoulder blades monthly.

SIZES: 
Single
Pack of 3
Pack of 6 

***We regret we are unable to ship this product to Japan and Canada***

• Specifically formulated to match the composition of rabbit milk
• Elevated Protein & Fat Content - for improved growth rate of kits.
• Contains 'Milk Oil' - antimicrobial fatty acids that are essential for good gut health.

Success in hand-rearing rabbit kits greatly improves if they receive colostrum at birth. Kits that don't get colostrum from the mother can be fed Impact Colostrum Supplement. Commence feeding Rabbit Milk Replacer after the initial feeds of colostrum.

Making up Milk:

To make 1 litre of milk: Add 360g of powder to 700ml of warm water.

To make 80mls of milk: Add 30g of powder to 60ml of warm water.

Add half the water to the powder first and mix to a paste. Then add the remaining water and mix thoroughly.

Pre-boil the water to ensure it is sterilised. If the water is too hot it can cause the milk to curdle. If it is too cold then it will be difficult to disperse the powder.

Wombaroo contains elevated fat & protein levels, so the milk needs to be well mixed to prevent it from separating out. An electric whisk can be used for mixing larger quantities.

Milk can be stored in the fridge for up to a day or can be frozen for up to 2 weeks. It is useful to make-up larger quantities and store it frozen in small portions (eg ice cube trays), so that the required daily feed volumes can be easily thawed out. Once thawed out, discard any unused milk, and wash feeding utensils thoroughly.

Feeding:

Warm milk to about 35°C. Feed from a bottle with teat, a Wombaroo C Teat or Wombaroo P Teat is recommended. In emergency cases tube feeding may be required.

Rabbit milk is high in nutrient value and the young need only be fed twice a day (morning & evening). Allow kits to drink as much as they can at each feed. Stimulate kits to defecate and urinate after each feed. Kits may be encouraged to lap once their eyes are open and voluntary bowel motions begin.

To avoid dehydration during periods of hot weather give Kits a drink of pre-boiled water between feeds. Always offer kits drinking water once their eyes are open and they become mobile.

Consult your veterinarian or breeder for particular advice about caring for young rabbits.

Growth:

Different breeds of rabbits have different growth rates. Carers should contact their veterinarian or breeder for information about the growth rate of their particular breed. It is important to weigh kits regularly to verify weight gains and determine the volume of milk to feed. Overfeeding milk can cause diarrhoea so feed the suggested volumes in our tables.

Weaning:

Kits may begin to show interest in solid foods around 15 days of age. Ideally kits should be provided with caecotrophs (caecal pellets) from a healthy adult animal to help establish the correct gut flora prior to the consumption of solid foods. These could be mixed in with the milk.

Initially establish young rabbits solely on hay, and then gradually add some green leafy vegetables. Once they start to eat solid food continue to increase solids and reduce milk intake until they are fully weaned at around 5 to 6 weeks.

Avoid any foods containing high levels of starch or sugars (eg pellets, root vegetables or fruit) until fully weaned, and even then only as supplemental foods. Digestive upset due to incorrect feeding is a major cause of sickness and mortality in recently weaned rabbits.

SIZES: 180g; 1kg

Double compressed Timothy Hay for small animals and pets.

Timothy hay is a deliciously sweet grass hay for small animals.

Emerald green with a robust aroma, Timothy is a low-protein, high-fibre alternative to Alfalfa (lucerne) hay.

SIZES: 454g; 1.8kg

**Shipping of this product is not available to New Zealand**

Mites and lice can be irritating to small animals and severely impact their health.

Vetafarm Origins Insect & Mite spray offers instant control of pests on contact with an additional 6 week residual protection against reinfestation. It penetrates the coat to kill mites and lice in the fur and on the skin.

Directions for Use: 

(a) To control rabbit and rodent mite (Trixacarus caviae) and Lice (Anoplura spp.) spray directly onto animal by holding spray 30-40cm (12-16 in) from animal. Depending on animal size, use from 1 spray (mouse) to 10 sprays (rabbit).

(b) Environment: Spray animal environment thoroughly. One application should give up to 6 weeks protection.

Pack Sizes: 250mL;  500mL

Carni-Vite is a meat supplement for carnivores.

Use to supplement the meat diet of pet carnivores, to provide balanced levels of vitamins, minerals and essential nutrients.

About meat diets:
Carnivores have evolved to eat a range of whole prey items that include bones, internal organs and meat, thus providing a balanced diet. Pets however, are often fed only the meat portion, which may be deficient in minerals (such as calcium), vitamins, and essential nutrients like fatty acids and taurine.

Carni-Vite:
Supplies a range of essential nutrients that, when added to meat, provides a complete and balanced diet for carnivores.

Ingredients:
Vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids (omega-3 & 6), taurine, carotenoids.

PACK WEIGHT: 100g;   500g;   1kg

• Certified Organic – Listed with Australian Certified Organic.
• Made in Australia – Mined in QLD’s Mt Silvia mine.
• The natural way of eliminating fleas and ticks on pets

The diatom’s porous nature dehydrates the fleas. Because of the diatom’s nature diatomaceous earth needs to be dry while it’s in contact with the fleas to be effective.

Directions for Use:
Diatomaceous Earth is applied directly to your pet’s coat and surroundings. This is safe for dogs or cats, even if it eats some it can act as an internal detox and natural dewormer.
DE can also be used as a repellent as well if you dust your pets after playing in an area that is prone to harbour fleas.
Focus your efforts on your pet’s bedding and other areas they visit frequently. The more exposure the fleas have to DErt Control the faster you will see results. Other good areas to target include the kennel, food bowls and any outdoor areas, that your pets spend a good amount of time in.

For the best effect:
Once a dog or cat pick up fleas, it can be difficult to get rid of the infestation with natural flea remedies. A dog or cat will bring fleas into the home causing fleas and eggs to fall on the carpet, pet bed, and furniture. Wherever fleas land they can breed, so it’s important to think they can be everywhere.

Diatomaceous earth must remain in contact with the fleas to continue working effectively. The diatom’s porous nature dehydrates the flea. Because of the diatom’s nature, diatomaceous earth needs to be dry while it’s in contact with the fleas to be effective.

Keep your pet’s skin moisturised.
If your dog has a sensitive and/or dry skin it is recommended to  supplement their diet with an edible oil such as our Hemp seed oil. After about 2 or 3 days you’ll want to bathe your dog. It’s recommended not to bathe dogs more than once a month, since it dries out their skin. It is best to use a soap-free or moisturising shampoo. Afterwards, comb through your dog’s fur with a flea comb to help rid your dog of dead fleas.

Have patience with the process
You should treat your dog’s environment with diatomaceous earth twice a week, leaving it on for about 1 to 3 days. Repeat this process for 2 to 3 weeks. Diatomaceous earth is not a quick fix. It will take time for the flea to come into contact with the diatomaceous earth, and about 48 hours to dehydrate the flea it has come in contact with. The process may take up to three weeks, but it’s efficient, all natural, and dog friendly.

 There is no wrong way to apply diatomaceous earth; it just needs to come into contact with the insect to work.

Helpful tips and warnings
Keep in mind diatomaceous earth may dry out your dog’s skin. It’s important to take the necessary steps to prevent or counteract the effects of dry skin. Hemp oils are a great option.
Be sure to treat your pet’s regular hangouts as well.
If you have breathing problems like asthma you may want to use a dust mask while applying.
It’s recommended to treat your dog on a monthly basis as a preventative measure.
Fleas must come into contact with the diatomaceous earth to work effectively.

SIZES: 200g shaker;  3kg tub for horses

* Fast acting Flea Control for Cats * Advantage for Cats over 4kg is an easy-to-use spot-on flea treatment. * Its super ingredient stops fleas biting within 3 to 5 minutes and kills both adult fleas and larvae within 20 minutes. * Since Advantage works on contact so fleas don’t need to bite, cats suffer fewer painful flea bites, reducing outbreaks of Flea Allergy Dermatitis. * Advantage is the only flea product you need as it breaks the flea life cycle. * Advantage kills fleas in your cat’s surroundings – your home. It even provides protection for your cat when it comes into contact with other pets that have fleas. * Advantage is applied monthly and provides month long protection. It is water-resistant so it won’t wash off. * One applicator treats cats over 4kg bodyweight. This product can be used on Rabbits and Ferrets for treatment and prevention of fleas. Apply a single spot between the shoulder blades. SIZES: Single; Pack of 4; Pack of 6. ***Please Note: This product can not be shipped to Canada as it contains Imidaclorprid.

Fido's Fresh Coat Spray is a cologne coat conditioner and deodorant spray for dogs and cats. The cologne leaves your pet smelling great.

Fido's Fresh Coat Spray contains lanolin and silicone to condition and de-tangle the coat. It can be used on dry or wet coats and is suitable for dogs, cats and other furry animals. It provides a finishing touch after hydrobathing.

Fido's Fresh Coat Spray is suitable for use with long term flea control products.

Directions for Use: Apply to a dry or wet coat. Ruffle the coat and spray a fine mist from 25 to 30cm until slightly damp. Brush the coat back into place and allow to dry. Do not spray near pet's eyes.

SIZES: 125mL; 500mL

Advantage for Kittens and Cats up to 4kg is an easy-to-use spot-on flea treatment. Its super ingredient stops fleas biting within 3 to 5 minutes and kills both adult fleas and larvae within 20 minutes. Since Advantage works on contact so fleas don’t need to bite, cats suffer fewer painful flea bites, reducing outbreaks of Flea Allergy Dermatitis.

Advantage is the only flea product you need as it breaks the flea lifecycle. 

Advantage kills fleas in your cat’s surroundings - your home. It even provides protection for your cat when it comes into contact with other pets that have fleas.

Advantage is applied monthly and provides month long protection. It is water-resistant so it won’t wash off.

Advantage for Kittens and Cats up to 4kg is safe for kittens of any age. One applicator treats small cats and kittens up to 4kg bodyweight.

This product can be used on Rabbits and Ferrets for treatment and prevention of fleas. Apply a single spot between the shoulder blades.

SIZES: Single; Pack of 4; Pack of 6.


***Please Note: This product can not be shipped to Canada as it contains Imidaclorprid.

Vetafarm Rodent Origins is a culinary delight for rats and mice. It is a completely balanced extruded pellet diet designed to meet the particular dietary needs of pet and breeding rats and mice.

Recommended for: All rodents as a complete diet.
Key features: 
* Completely balanced diet designed by vets. 
* Contains a specific blend of vitamins, minerals and amino acids for long-term health and general vitality. 
* Fruit flavoured and extrusion cooked for increased palatability and digestibility.
* Complete diet for rats and mice.
* Made in Australia from fresh Australian produce.
Directions:
Make freely available as the primary source of food.
Ingredients:
Grains - corn, wheat, soybean, oats. 
Vitamins- A, B6, B12, C, D3 and E, 
Minerals - calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, selenium, sodium, and zinc.

Wombaroo Echidna Milk Replacer Late Lactation (formerly called >30) is a nutritionally balanced milk substitute for echidna young greater than 50 days of age.

Finely-furred with spines just emerging to fully-spined. Faeces toothpaste consistency to soft then firm pellets.

Key Features
Specifically formulated to match the composition of later lactation echidna milk.
Very high energy (fat) content milk to cater for infrequent feeding intervals.
High in protein to coincide with peak growth rate.
Low in carbohydrate to avoid digestive upset and fermentation of milk in the gut.
Also suitable for young platypus.

Feeding Guidelines:

Echidna milk composition changes significantly as the young ages. Echidna Milk Replacer Late Lactation is specially formulated for older juveniles, when they would normally be deposited in the burrow (greater than 50 days of age). At this stage they are growing spines, and rapidly increasing in body weight. These animals require a high energy (fat) milk to cater for infrequent feeds, and large quantities of protein for growth. Note that age estimation of echidnas based on body length or weight becomes inaccurate after 50 days of age.

Success in hand-rearing furless echidnas greatly improves if they receive Impact Colostrum Supplement within a week of coming in to care. However Impact may also be of benefit to more advanced, spined young with a compromised immune system. Refer to "Directions for Marsupials" under the Impact feeding guidelines.

Making up Milk:
To make 100mL of milk: Mix 36g of powder (5 scoops) with 70ml of warm water.

To make 700mL of milk: Mix 250g of powder with 70ml of warm water.

Add half the water to the powder first and mix to a paste. Then add the remaining water and mix thoroughly. Pre-boil the water to ensure that it is sterilised. If the water is too hot it can cause the milk to curdle. If it is too cold then it will be difficult to disperse the powder. Wombaroo contains elevated protein and fat levels, so the milk needs to be well mixed to prevent it from separating out. An electric whisk can be used for mixing larger quantities. Milk can be stored in the fridge for a day or can be frozen for up to two weeks. It is useful to make up milk in larger quantities and store it frozen in small portions (eg ice cube trays), so that the required daily feed volumes can be easily thawed out. Once thawed out, discard any unused milk, and wash feeding utensils thoroughly.

Feeding:
Warm milk to about 30°C and feed from the palm of the hand or a shallow rubber bowl. Thorough washing of hands and wearing of powder-free disposable rubber gloves may be useful to reduce the risk of contamination with micro-organisms. Echidna young suckle vigorously and milk can be consumed up to a rate of 2ml per minute. This rapid intake of milk with a high nutrient content means that young echidna feed infrequently. In the wild, burrow young (>50 days of age) are only suckled by their mother about once every 5 days. Digestion of milk is slow, so the contents of the stomach need to be fully emptied before the next feed. For hand-reared animals we recommend to feed at least 2 days apart. This time frame may be further extended as the animal gets older and well-established. Note that the Wombaroo Feeding guidelines give average daily feed volumes, so multiply this by the number of days between each feed.

If the young is showing signs of dehydration (eg during hot weather), give extra drinks of water between feeds. Echidnas dehydrate rapidly if not maintained under optimum husbandry conditions. In particular, carers often keep echidnas at too high a temperature, which can cause dehydration. It is important to provide housing where temperatures do not exceed 30ºC. Fresh drinking water should always be available once animals become mobile. Consult your veterinarian or specialist wildlife carer for further information about husbandry and feeding of young echidnas.

SIZES: 250g;  1.25kg