Weaning Kittens From Formula. Between the fourth and sixth week gradually transition the weaning kittens to dry food supplementing with formula if needed. You can switch a kitten from kitten milk replacer to solid food over the course of about a week.
A general schedule for kitten weaning might be. Place a shallow dish filled with kitten milk replacement formula in an enclosed easy to clean space such as a bathtub since weaning can be a bit messy. If her weight drops or steadies you ll need to supplement with a bottle try a different method of eating or scale back to kitten formula.
At first add a lot of water and then reduce the amount of water as the kitten matures.
Fully wean and introduce water. Determine when to wean your kitten. To teach your kittens how to lap from a bowl place some kitten replacement formula in a shallow feeding bowl. Once a kitten has opened its eyes is able to focus and can walk steadily you can begin the process.
