Mikki -nursing Kit

Product Details

The Mikki Nursing Kit provides the main items needed for controlled bottle feeding in one reusable set. It is intended for small animals that cannot feed normally from their mother or usual food source.

The bottle can be filled with an appropriate species-specific milk replacer or another liquid recommended by a veterinarian. The correct liquid and concentration depend on the animal’s species, age, weight and health.

The included cleaning brush helps reach the inside of the bottle after feeding. Clean equipment is especially important when caring for newborn or weakened animals because leftover milk can spoil quickly and support bacterial growth.

The nursing kit should be reserved for animal feeding and stored separately from household food containers, medicines and cleaning products.

Materials & Safety

The nursing kit includes a lightweight plastic feeding bottle and reusable soft feeding teats. The bottle and teats can be washed and sterilised according to the supplied care directions.

Before the first feed, create an appropriately sized opening in the sealed teat using the tip of a clean pin or suitable scissors. Make only a small opening initially, as it can be enlarged carefully if the liquid does not flow adequately.

• Wash hands before and after every feeding session
• Use clean equipment and freshly prepared feed
• Keep the teat opening small to control the flow
• Do not force liquid into the animal’s mouth
• Allow the animal to suck from the teat
• Stop feeding if the animal coughs or struggles
• Clean the bottle and teat immediately after use
• Inspect the teat for cracks, tears or stretching
• Replace damaged teats before the next feed
• Keep the kit out of reach of unattended animals and children

The feeding flow should be checked before the teat is introduced into the animal’s mouth. Liquid should not pour freely from the opening when the bottle is held in the feeding position.

Do not use a teat that has become loose, brittle, split or enlarged through repeated use. A damaged teat may release liquid too quickly or separate from the bottle during feeding.

Seek veterinary assistance promptly if the animal is weak, cold, unable to suck, refusing feeds, losing weight or showing signs of breathing difficulty.

Directions for Use

Prepare the appropriate liquid according to the directions supplied with the milk replacer or by a veterinarian. Fill the measured bottle with only the quantity required for the current feeding session.

1. Wash and dry your hands thoroughly.
2. Ensure the bottle, teat and feeding area are clean.
3. Prepare the correct species-specific liquid.
4. Fill the measured bottle with the required amount.
5. Attach the teat securely to the bottle.
6. Check that the teat opening provides a controlled flow.
7. Gently introduce the teat into the animal’s mouth.
8. Allow the animal to suck the liquid without squeezing it forcefully.
9. Monitor the animal throughout the feeding session.
10. Discard leftover prepared feed unless its instructions state otherwise.
11. Clean the bottle, teat and brush immediately after use.

The bottle must be cleaned after each use in warm soapy water that does not exceed 60°C. Use the cleaning brush to remove residue from inside the bottle, then rinse the bottle and teat thoroughly in cold water until all traces of soap are removed.

The reusable bottle and teats can be sterilised. Allow all parts to dry completely on a clean surface before reassembling or storing the kit.

Do not use household cow’s milk as an automatic substitute for the animal’s natural milk. Different species have different nutritional requirements and generally need a correctly formulated milk replacer.

A veterinarian should advise the feeding schedule for newborn, orphaned, very small or unwell animals. Body weight and hydration should be monitored regularly during hand-rearing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Mikki Nursing Kit?
The kit includes a measured feeding bottle, spare teats and a bottle-cleaning brush.

What is the bottle capacity?
The bottle has a maximum capacity of 50ml.

Which animals can use the kit?
It is intended for hand-feeding newborn, orphaned, young or unwell small animals.

Does the teat already have a hole?
The teat is sealed so that an appropriately sized opening can be made before first use.

Why should the teat opening remain small?
A small opening controls the liquid flow and reduces the risk of choking or taking in too much air.

Can the kit be reused?
Yes. The bottle and teats can be cleaned and sterilised for reuse.

How should the bottle be cleaned?
Wash it after every use in warm soapy water below 60°C, clean the inside with the brush and rinse thoroughly in cold water.

Which liquid should be placed in the bottle?
Use an appropriate species-specific milk replacer or another liquid recommended by a veterinarian.

When is veterinary help needed?
Seek assistance if the animal cannot suck, remains weak or cold, refuses feeds, loses weight or develops breathing difficulty.

Mikki Nursing Kit 50ml provides a reusable measured bottle, spare teats and cleaning brush for carefully hand-feeding newborn, orphaned, young or unwell small animals.