Milk Replacer for Puppies with Colostrum Supplement
Verified Aug 29, 2026
This is a high-calorie, milk-based powder designed to be mixed with water and used as a milk replacer or supplement for puppies, as well as a calorie booster for pregnant, nursing, or recovering adult dogs. It provides concentrated protein and fat from dairy sources, plus added vitamins, minerals, taurine, and bovine colostrum to support growth and immune function when maternal milk is unavailable or insufficient. The formula is built around easily digested whey and milk proteins, making it suitable for most young puppies with sensitive stomachs.
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Nutritionally, this is a well-formulated puppy milk replacer with appropriately high protein and fat levels and a balanced calcium-to-phosphorus ratio for growth. The use of whey and milk proteins, along with added taurine, vitamins, minerals, and colostrum, makes it a strong option when you need to bottle-feed puppies or supplement the dam’s milk. It’s also useful as a high-calorie add-on for pregnant, nursing, or recovering dogs that need extra energy in a small volume.
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Strengths
- High protein (33%) and fat (40%) levels provide the dense energy and amino acids growing puppies and lactating dogs require.
- Uses dairy-based proteins (whey, dried milk, sodium caseinate), which are generally very digestible for puppies and appropriate for milk replacer formulas.
- Includes bovine colostrum plus added taurine, vitamins, and minerals to support immune function and overall development.
- Calcium and phosphorus levels are present with an appropriate ratio for growth, which is critical when using this as a primary milk source for young puppies.
Considerations
- Not suitable for dogs with known dairy intolerance or cow’s milk protein allergies, since the main protein sources are milk-derived.
- This is a supplement/milk replacer, not a complete long-term diet for older puppies or adults; once puppies are ready, they should transition to a balanced puppy food as their main nutrition.
- High calorie density is beneficial for tiny or compromised puppies, but portions need to be measured carefully to avoid overfeeding and digestive upset.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Animal Fat
Animal fat is used in pet foods as a concentrated energy source and palatability enhancer, and can provide fat-soluble vitamin absorption and essential fatty acids (including arachidonic and linoleic acids, depending on the source) that support skin, coat and overall cellular function—particularly important for obligate carnivores like cats. Because it is calorie-dense and prone to oxidation, fats are typically rendered and stabilized; owners should be aware that high-fat diets can contribute to obesity and may trigger pancreatitis in susceptible dogs, so quality, source, and total dietary fat should be considered.
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Vegetable Fat
Vegetable fat is used in pet foods as a concentrated energy source and to improve palatability, texture and the absorption of fat‑soluble vitamins, often supplying linoleic (omega‑6) fatty acids. While dogs and cats benefit from the energy and omega‑6s provided, vegetable fats do not supply arachidonic acid (an essential fatty acid for cats), are calorie‑dense and can contribute to weight gain if overused, may oxidize unless stabilized with antioxidants, and certain sources or processing methods (e.g., hydrogenation or specific plant oils like soybean) can raise quality or sensitivity concerns.
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Mixed Tocopherol
Mixed tocopherols are a blend of natural vitamin E compounds (alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols) used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and fat‑soluble nutrients and extend shelf life. They also supply dietary vitamin E—an essential antioxidant for immune function, skin and coat health and cellular integrity in dogs and cats—and are generally safe at typical use levels, though they are not a substitute for a complete vitamin formulation and may be less effective in animals with fat‑absorption disorders.
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Rosemary Extract
Rosemary extract is used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and oils from oxidation and help extend shelf life, sometimes adding a mild flavor. It does not provide essential nutrients but supplies polyphenolic antioxidants (e.g., carnosic and rosmarinic acids) and is generally safe at food‑grade levels; concentrated rosemary oils can cause gastrointestinal or skin/respiratory irritation and may be of greater concern for sensitive animals (particularly cats), so products should use properly formulated amounts.
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Whey Protein Concentrate
Whey protein concentrate is a dairy-derived concentrated protein commonly added to pet foods and treats to increase highly digestible, complete protein and essential amino acids that support muscle maintenance, growth, and recovery in dogs and cats while often improving palatability. Because it contains lactose and milk proteins, it may cause digestive upset or allergic reactions in pets with dairy intolerance or sensitivity and should be used cautiously in animals with certain medical conditions (e.g., advanced kidney disease); consult your veterinarian if concerned.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
Brand
Under the Weather Pet is a pet food and supplement brand offering freeze-dried bland diets, broth toppers, and wellness chews for dogs and cats. The brand targets health-conscious pet owners seeking convenient, vet-formulated solutions for digestive upset and recovery support.
Manufacturer
All Under the Weather products are manufactured in the United States in facilities that follow FDA and USDA guidelines. The company emphasizes quality control, sourcing premium human-grade ingredients, and producing small batches to ensure safety and nutritional integrity.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
No recall is listed for Under the Weather Pet Milk Replacer for Puppies with Colostrum Supplement.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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