Cats, they say, love milk. I grew up believing this story. Till we had cats of our own. The first thing I gave was milk. My first cat got diarrhea and I never understood why.
He already was very weak when we adopted him and I thought it was something to do with that. 7 cats later now I know its called lactose intolerance and milk might actually be bad for your cat.
Lactase – an enzyme – is needed to break down the lactose present in cow’s milk. The enzyme is present in kittens, but its production goes down as they grow older. So even though your cats drink the milk, it can cause cramps and lots of unease.
There are many alternatives to cows milk and here are some Lactose Free Milk Brands available in the market.
Cat Sip Real Milk
It is advisable to consult a vet before switching cat foods or introducing new foods
This is one of the most recommended Lactase free milk by cat parents.
This is one of the most loved lactose free brands available for cats. This particular brand is rich in taurine which is helpful for normal vision, healthy immune system.
Taurine is essential for heart muscle function, vision in cats. It helps cats maintain a healthy immune system as per vcahositals. The minimum taurine requirement for a cat is between 35 and 56 mg per day. Check lactose free milk ingredients list and ensure that it contains taurine.
Pros
- has taurine
Cons
- none noticed
Whiskas Cat Milk
This is another Lactose Free milk brand which is 98% lactose free. This brand has essential nutrients for the proper development of cats and kittens.
Whiskas Cat Milk is high in natural calcium which promotes bone health and teeth development.
Meyenberg Goat Milk
This is powdered goat milk, which is consumed both by humans and pets. This is free of soy, gluten, antibiotics, preservatives and growth hormones.
This particular milk is easy to digest as it has simple ingredients. You just need to mix this with warm water and can save it in refrigerator for 4 to 5 days.
For smaller kittens you can mash and mix with wet food. It is also rich in probiotics.
Nutri-Vet Milk
This is a powder which mixes with warm water. It provides essential nutrients to the cat.
This milk substitute can correct digestive issues. If your kitten is suffering from constipation, this will help as it contains fiber.
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This milk substitute is lactose free and has protein, fats and carbs. It contains taurine which is helpful
This milk replacer is ideal for kittens and cats. It has the much needed Taurine.
This milk can be thick, it is advisable to dilute it and give it to your cat.