PetAg Small Pet Nursing Kit

PetAg Small Pet Nursing Kit

PetAg Small Animal Nursing Kit contains all the equipment you need to feed newborn animals—including a bottle, several nipples of varying shapes, and a cleaning brush. Perfect for nursing small animals, the bottle features easy-to-see measuring marks on the side so you can see exactly how much you’re giving. The interchangeable nipples are made of flexible, durable latex and silicone that feels like mom’s teat and mimic the natural pumping action needed for babies to feed comfortably. Plus, there are no pre-punched holes in the nipples, allowing for a customized flow for your critter. And to keep things clean, you can sterilize the bottle and nipples in boiling water and comes with a handy cleaning brush.

Benefits of the PetAg Small Pet Nursing Kit

• Complete Nursing Solution: Comes with a bottle, multiple interchangeable nipples made from flexible latex-silicone, and a cleaning brush for a full feeding experience.
• Customizable Flow: Nipples come without pre-punched holes, allowing you to create a flow rate that suits your baby animal's specific needs.
• Natural Nursing Action: The interchangeable nipples feel like the mother’s teat, encouraging proper suckling and feeding behavior in small animals.
• Accurate Feeding: The bottle features measuring marks on the side to ensure you are giving the correct amount of formula.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for feeding a variety of small animals, including puppies, kittens, baby squirrels, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and even baby monkeys.
• Sterilizable: Both the bottle and nipples can be sterilized in boiling water for safe and hygienic use.

Directions For Use

Before use make a hole in the nipple using one of the following methods: Cross cut nipple with a razor blade. Using a strong needle or cuticle scissors, enter and exit the tip of the nipple as though you were making a very small stitch or snip, pull the needle out removing a small piece of the nipple. Check flow with water. A steady drip or thin stream should be achieved when a slight pressure is applied to the nipple. If one or more of the animals is ill use a different bottle or feed ill animal last. Wash bottle, cap and nipple with hot soapy water and rinse thoroughly after each feeding session. If animal is too small or weak to nurse, consult your veterinarian.

Care Instructions

• Cleaning: Always wash the bottle and nipples thoroughly with hot soapy water after each use. Use the included cleaning brush to ensure all parts are cleaned properly.
• Sterilizing: You can sterilize the bottle and nipples in boiling water to maintain a high level of hygiene.

FAQs About the PetAg Small Animal Nursing Kit

Can I use this for dogs?

Yes, this nursing kit is suitable for feeding puppies, including 3-week-old puppies.

Is there a nipple small enough for a 7-day-old bunny?

Yes, the kit includes nipples suitable for small animals like 7-day-old bunnies. If the animal is too small or weak to nurse, consult your veterinarian.

Can this kit be used for baby monkeys?

Yes, this nursing kit is also suitable for feeding baby monkeys.

Will this work for baby rats?

Yes, this nursing kit can be used for baby rats.

Can this be used for guinea pigs?

Yes, the kit is suitable for use with guinea pigs and other small animals.

What animal is the elongated nipple best for?

The elongated nipple is typically preferred by non-domestic species such as rabbits. Consult an experienced bottle feeder or veterinarian if you are unsure which nipple to use. Most puppies do well with the standard 4-ounce nipple, while most kittens do well with the standard 2-ounce that comes with PetAg bottles.

Is the bottle dishwasher safe?

Hand washing is recommended using the included bottle brush to ensure thorough cleaning. Dishwashing is not advised, as the dishwasher's pressure may remove the printed oz/ml markers.

Can I use the nipples on a syringe?

No, the nipples in this kit are intended for use with the included bottle only.

How should I make a hole in the nipple for a small animal like a hamster?

The 2-ounce bottle is most appropriate for small pets like hamsters. Use a strong needle or cuticle scissors to make a small hole. Check the flow to ensure a steady drip when pressure is applied.

What milk can I use to feed a newborn raccoon?

PetAg's KMR Kitten Milk Replacer Powder and Liquid can be used for feeding newborn raccoons with this kit.

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