"Esbilac 2nd Step Puppy Weaning Food is recommended as the transition diet to take puppies from nursing to solid food. formulated to meet the nutritional needs of young puppies being weaned from their mother, or orphaned bottle fed puppies progressing to solid foods. For best results, mix with ready to feed liquid to give the consistency necessary to get good food consumption.

Directions for Use: Esbilac 2nd Step Puppy Weaning Food is a complete food for growing puppies. Esbilac 2nd Step Puppy Weaning Food may be mixed with water, however, for a more gradual change from bitch's milk to a solid diet it is recommended that it be mixed with Esbilac 2nd Step Puppy Weaning Food should be fed until puppies are 7 to 8 weeks old when they can be fed commercial puppy or dog food. All changes should be made gradually over a one week period.Mix 2nd Step Puppy Weaning Food following label directions.Provide fresh, clean water at all times.

Weaning from the Bitch: Introduce Esbilac 2nd Step Puppy Weaning Food at about 4 weeks of age or as soon as the puppies begin to start eating the bitch's food. Offer only a small quantity at first to reduce waste. Do not leave food with puppies for more than 2 hours. If desired puppies may be weaned entirely to Esbilac 2nd Step Puppy Weaning Food at 4 weeks of age.

Orphaned Bottle-Reared Puppies: Puppies that are on their feet and are lapping their pre-mixed Esbilac are ready for introduction to solid food. Note: Weigh the puppies at least once a week to monitor weight gain and adequacy of feeding. A veterinarian should be consulted about sound puppy care practice. More or less food may be needed by individual puppies to satisfy their food requirements for optimum performance."