Wombaroo Wombat Milk Replacer 0.4 is the mid-lactation powder in the wombat series, the step after the <0.4 pinkie formula and before >0.6. Wombaroo does not publish a percentage band for this stage, so identify it from the joey itself rather than from a number. By now the skin has darkened and fine fur is coming through, the eyes are nearly or just open and the ears are erect; the joey is still confined to the pouch but may poke its head out. Wombaroo matches the powder to mid-lactation wombat milk: moderate energy with carbohydrate and fat in balance at 34% protein, 22% fat and 20 MJ/kg, and protein high in cysteine and methionine for the onset of hair growth. Nineteen grams makes 100 millilitres of milk. Wombaroo notes that joeys at this age are prone to disease and mortality and that rearing should be left to experienced carers. Pack availability on this listing is currently paused at PeekAPaw.
Reading this stage
Joeys at this stage have darkening skin to fine fur, eyes nearly opened to just opened, ears erect. Completely confined to the pouch, but may poke head out occasionally. Faeces toothpaste consistency.
Key Features
- Formulated to match the composition of mid-lactation wombat milk.
- Moderate energy milk, with a balance of carbohydrate & fat content.
- Protein high in sulphur-containing amino acids (cysteine & methionine) for the onset of hair growth.
Ingredients
Whole milk solids (low lactose), whey protein, casein, glucose, vegetable oils, omega-3 & 6 fatty acids, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12, C, D3, E, K, biotin, choline, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium.
Typical Analysis
| Protein | 34% |
| Fat | 22% |
| Ash | 4% |
| Moisture | 3% |
| Energy (ME) | 20 MJ/kg |
Feeding Guidelines
Use Wombat Milk Replacer 0.4 for mid lactation joeys, just before the onset of rapid hair growth. Joeys at this age are prone to disease and mortality and should only be attempted by experienced carers.
Making Up Milk
To make 100mL of milk: Mix 19g of powder (2½ scoops) with 90mL of warm water.
To make 1 litre of milk: Mix 190g of powder with 900mL of warm water.
Add about half of the water to the powder first and mix to a paste. Then make up with remaining water and mix thoroughly. Water is preboiled to ensure that it is sterilised. If the water is too hot it can cause the milk to curdle. If it is too cold then it will be difficult to disperse the powder. An electric whisk can be used for mixing larger quantities. Milk can be stored in the fridge for a day or can be frozen for up to 2 weeks. It may be useful to store frozen milk in small portions (e.g. ice cube trays), so that the required daily feed volumes can be easily thawed out. Once thawed out, discard any unused milk, and wash feeding utensils thoroughly.
