Esbilac Goat's Milk Puppy Milk Replacer, Powder & Liquid

Esbilac Goat's Milk at a glance

What Esbilac Goat's Milk is

Esbilac Goat's Milk is the goat's milk version of PetAg's Esbilac puppy milk replacer. PetAg describes it as next best to mother's milk, scientifically formulated with whole goat milk protein for puppies with sensitive digestive systems. Like regular Esbilac, it is formulated to provide a caloric pattern similar to a mother dog's milk in protein, fat and carbohydrates, with added vitamins, minerals and trace nutrients, and a special fiber blend that PetAg says is for easy digestion and improved gut health.

PetAg's labels call the powder Goat's Milk Esbilac and the newer ready-to-feed carton Esbilac Goat's Milk. Both are the same goat's milk line, and both labels abbreviate the product as GME. This page offers it as powder in a 150 g can, a 12 oz can and a 5 lb bag, and as ready-to-feed liquid in a 16 oz (473 mL) resealable carton. Puppies are fed the same amount of either form once the powder is mixed.

Goat's milk vs regular Esbilac

PetAg makes both formulas for the same puppies and gives them the same feeding rate. The difference is the milk they are built on.

Why goat's milk? PetAg explains that the types and amounts of fatty acids in goat milk differ from those in cow's milk and improve the digestibility of the fat, and that goat milk is lower in lactose (milk sugar) than cow's milk, making it less likely to cause digestive upset as the puppy gets older. If a puppy is thriving on regular Esbilac, there is no need to switch. If you are choosing a formula for a puppy with a sensitive stomach, Esbilac Goat's Milk is the one PetAg designs for that. Esbilac Goat's Milk is not lactose-free or dairy-free (see the FAQs below), and a puppy with diarrhea, vomiting or poor weight gain should see a veterinarian.

Powder or liquid: which should you choose?

One approach is to keep a carton of liquid on hand for the first night and switch to powder for ongoing feeding. The 150 g can is a small, low-commitment way to see how a puppy does on goat's milk formula before buying the 12 oz can or 5 lb bag.

Who Esbilac Goat's Milk is for

• Newborn to 6-week-old puppies that are orphaned, rejected or need supplemental feeding, especially puppies with sensitive digestive systems. PetAg says the powder can be fed as a complete diet for puppies up to 6 weeks old. PetAg's product page describes the liquid as a puppy formula for puppies newborn to 1 year.
• Weaned puppies and adult dogs that need extra, highly digestible nutrition, as a supplement to their normal diet.
• Pregnant and nursing mothers, as a supplement to a normal diet.

Esbilac Goat's Milk is formulated for dogs. PetAg says its formulas are species-specific and not interchangeable, so it is not a substitute for a kitten formula such as KMR kitten milk replacer. It is not for human consumption.

How to mix Esbilac Goat's Milk powder

1. Measure 1 part powder and 2 parts warm water.
2. Whisk or shake until the powder is completely dissolved with no clumps. PetAg recommends a shaker bottle; a bowl and whisk also work. Do not use a blender.
3. Mix no more than the puppies will drink in 24 hours.
4. Warm the formula to room or body temperature before feeding.
5. Keep mixed formula in the refrigerator and use it within 24 hours.

How much and how often to feed

For newborn to 6-week-old puppies, feed 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of formula per 4 oz of body weight each day. That applies to mixed powder and to the ready-to-feed liquid. Divide the daily amount into equal portions and feed every 3 to 4 hours. Weigh puppies daily to make sure they are growing, and adjust as needed; individual puppies' needs vary.

Feeding chart: mixed powder or liquid

Figures are calculated from PetAg's label rate and rounded; teaspoon amounts are approximate (1 teaspoon = 5 mL). PetAg recommends a nurser bottle for liquid feeding. We carry PetAg 2 oz nursing bottles, PetAg 4 oz nursing bottles and the Original Miracle Nipple.

Powder: mixing a day's formula

Add up the daily amounts for every puppy you are feeding, then mix that much formula at 1 part powder to 2 parts warm water. For example, a litter of 6 puppies at 8 oz each needs 24 tablespoons (360 mL, about 1½ cups) of mixed formula per day. Refrigerate the batch, pour off each feeding as you go and use it within 24 hours.

Liquid: how long one 16 oz carton lasts

Once opened, the carton must be refrigerated and discarded after 7 days, whether or not it is empty. For a litter, multiply the daily amount by the number of puppies; several puppies will go through a carton in a day or two.

Supplement amounts for older dogs

PetAg notes that its goat's milk formulas are made primarily for puppies before weaning and that excessive amounts fed to adults may cause digestive upset because of the lactose content. Stick to the label amounts.

Storage

• Unopened cans, bags and cartons: store in a cool, dry place and use before the best-by date stamped on the container.
• Opened powder: keep at room temperature for up to 2 months, then refrigerate for up to 1 more month. You can also freeze opened powder for up to 6 months to preserve freshness. The 5 lb bag has a "date opened" box on the back to help you keep track.
• Mixed powder: refrigerate and use within 24 hours.
• Opened liquid: refrigerate the resealed carton and discard it after 7 days. Do not freeze it in the original carton.
• Do not feed any milk replacer past its expiration date.

Nutrition (powder: 150 g, 12 oz and 5 lb)

PetAg states that Goat's Milk Esbilac powder meets the AAFCO dog nutrient profiles for complete and balanced nutrition and contains prebiotics (fructooligosaccharide) and probiotics: Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus fermentum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum, Enterococcus faecium, Bifidobacterium bifidum and Pediococcus acidilactici. PetAg publishes one set of directions, guaranteed analysis and ingredients for all three powder sizes.

Nutrition (16 oz liquid)

PetAg states that Esbilac Goat's Milk Liquid is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb or more as an adult). It contains fructooligosaccharides (prebiotic fiber) and marine microalgae oil as a source of EPA and DHA. The carton is a Tetra Pak package that PetAg says is filled using an aseptic process.

The liquid's guaranteed analysis looks much lower in protein and fat than the powder's because the liquid is mostly water. PetAg explains that once the powder is mixed with water, the fat and protein levels should be similar to those on the ready-to-feed liquid label.

Sizes

Current prices for each size are shown above.

Shipping and returns

• All four sizes are in our FLAT shipping program. See our shipping policy for details.
• FLAT items ship by UPS Ground or the U.S. Postal Service and usually arrive in 3 to 7 business days. Esbilac Goat's Milk does not need cold shipping.
• Returns follow our return policy. Items must be new and in resalable condition. Call 800-979-2869 for a return authorization.

Why buy Esbilac Goat's Milk from A to Z Vet Supply

• Every form on one page: three powder sizes and the ready-to-feed liquid. Prefer the original formula? See regular Esbilac and Esbilac 5 lb.
• Nursing supplies too. Add PetAg nursing bottles, the Original Miracle Nipple or a Miracle Nipple puppy sample set to the same order.
• Real people on the phone. Call 800-979-2869, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Central.
• Based in Dresden, Tennessee. Our address is 9876 Hwy. 22, Dresden, TN 38225.

Label information

Goat's Milk Esbilac powder (150 g, 12 oz and 5 lb) directions, storage and ingredients, as published by PetAg:

Mixing directions: Whisk or shake 1 part powdered GME into 2 parts warm water. Do not mix more GME than can be consumed in 24 hours. Do not use a blender.

Directions for feeding: GME can be fed as a complete diet for puppies up to 6 weeks old or as a nutritional supplement for weaned puppies, pregnant and nursing mothers, and adult dogs. Consult your veterinarian for additional advice. Not for human consumption.

Newborn to 6-week-old puppies: Feed puppies 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of reconstituted GME per 4 ounces (115 g) of body weight daily. Puppies should be fed every 3-4 hours. The daily feeding amount should be divided into equal portions for each feeding. Individual puppies' needs may vary. Warm reconstituted GME to room or body temperature before serving.

Pregnant and nursing mothers: Supplement 2 teaspoons (4 g) GME powder per 5 lb (2.2 kg) body weight daily as a top dress onto a normal diet.

Weaned puppies and adult dogs: Supplement 1 teaspoon (2 g) GME powder per 5 lb (2.2 kg) body weight daily as a top dress onto a normal diet.

Storage: Unopened container should be stored in a cool, dry place. Opened container can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 months and then must be refrigerated (up to 1 additional month). Opened container can be frozen for up to 6 months to preserve freshness. Use product before best by date stamped on container. Reconstituted liquid must be kept refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Ingredients: Vegetable oil (with tocopherols and ascorbyl palmitate (preservatives), rosemary extract), dried whole goat milk powder, casein, dried whey protein concentrate, maltodextrins, dried goat milk protein, guar gum, mono and diglycerides of edible fats or oils, dextrose, fructooligosaccharide, powdered cellulose, dicalcium phosphate, sodium aluminosilicate, dipotassium phosphate, potassium chloride, calcium silicate, iron amino acid chelate, salt, tricalcium phosphate, zinc sulfate, choline chloride, silicon dioxide, potassium citrate, lecithin, magnesium sulfate, L-arginine, DL-methionine, copper proteinate, manganese sulfate, vitamin A supplement (maltodextrins, gum arabic, vitamin A acetate, sucrose, vegetable oil, tocopherols and sodium ascorbate (preservatives), silicon dioxide), niacin supplement, biotin, calcium pantothenate, vitamin E supplement (vitamin E, silicon dioxide), thiamine hydrochloride, vitamin D3 supplement (vitamin D3, modified food starch, sucrose, maltodextrins, silicon dioxide), pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, calcium iodate, dried Bifidobacterium bifidum fermentation product, dried L. fermentum fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried L. plantarum fermentation product, dried Pediococcus acidilactici fermentation product, folic acid, sodium selenite, vitamin B12 supplement.

Esbilac Goat's Milk 16 oz ready-to-feed liquid directions, storage and ingredients, as published by PetAg:

Nutrition statement: Esbilac Goat's Milk Liquid is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult).

Directions for feeding: Product may settle over time. Shake well before use. Consult your veterinarian for additional advice. Not for human consumption.

Puppies: Feed 2 tablespoons (30 mL) per 4 ounces (115 g) of body weight daily. Puppies should be fed every 3-4 hours. The daily feeding amount should be divided into equal portions for each feeding. Individual puppies' needs may vary. Warm to room or body temperature before serving. Do not microwave.

Weaned puppies and adult dogs: Supplement 1 tablespoon (15 mL) per 5 lb (2.2 kg) body weight daily, in addition to normal diet.

Pregnant and nursing mothers: Supplement 2 tablespoons (30 mL) per 5 lb (2.2 kg) body weight daily, in addition to normal diet.

Storage: Store unopened container in a cool, dry place. Opened container must be refrigerated and discarded after 7 days. Do not freeze in original container. Use product before best-by date stamped on container.

Ingredients: Water, dried whole goat milk powder, casein, soybean oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols and ascorbyl palmitate), dicalcium phosphate, soy lecithin, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, potassium chloride, L-arginine, dl-methionine, dipotassium phosphate, sodium chloride, tricalcium phosphate, choline chloride, fructooligosaccharides, marine microalgae oil, magnesium sulfate, vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid, ferrous sulfate, zinc sulfate, taurine, niacin supplement, calcium pantothenate, vitamin A supplement, copper sulfate, thiamine hydrochloride, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, manganese sulfate, potassium citrate, vitamin D3 supplement, potassium iodide, folic acid, sodium selenite, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement, rosemary extract.

This page summarizes the manufacturer's label and published product information. Formulas can change; always read and follow the label on the product you receive, and consult your veterinarian about feeding orphaned or sick puppies.