Beaphar Lactol Kitten Milk 500g, model 12991

Beaphar Lactol Kitten Milk is a powdered milk replacer presented for newborn and weaning kittens, including hand-rearing from birth. Its listed whey proteins, DHA, taurine and vitamins are intended to support feeding and development, but customer feedback is mixed on digestion and whether it mixes fully.

At a glance

Marketed as a complete milk replacer for newborn and orphaned kittens through weaning, with use from birth stated in the title.
Contains whey proteins, DHA, taurine, vitamins, minerals and dextrose, according to the listing.
The manufacturer says it mixes with a fork and does not need whisking.
The listing also names pregnant or lactating queens and sick or convalescing cats as intended users.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£14.99~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Beaphar - Lactol Kitten Milk 500g - Milk Replacer & Complete Feed for Newborn & Weaning Kittens – For growth & development –

£27.10

Pros and cons

Pros

The 500 g powder format is intended for mixing as needed rather than being supplied ready to feed.
The listed nutrient blend includes DHA and taurine alongside proteins, vitamins and minerals.
The stated uses span hand-rearing, weaning and feeding support for adult cats in specific circumstances.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Identity
Brand	Beaphar
Model	12991
Product type	Kitten Milk
Target species	Cat

Pack and format
Listed weight	500 Grams
Item form	Powder
Flavour	Milk

Ingredients and feeding
Special ingredients	High-grade proteins, Taurine, DHA
Allergen information	Dairy may contain
Age range description	All Life Stages
Recommended uses	Feeding newborn and orphaned kittens, Weaning kittens, Feeding pregnant or lactating queens, Feeding sick or convalescing cats

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing calls the product a milk replacer and complete feed for kittens, while its age-range field says “All Life Stages”. Follow product directions for the animal and life stage rather than treating that broad field as detailed feeding guidance. Customer feedback is mixed on effectiveness, digestion, value and mixability, including reports of stomach upset and incomplete dissolving. The listing does not provide preparation ratios in the supplied details. Check the package directions, and seek veterinary advice for sick or convalescing animals.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

People hand-rearing newborn or orphaned kittens who need a powdered milk replacer.
Kitten carers looking for a product presented for use during weaning.
Cat owners considering supplemental feeding for pregnant or lactating queens, or sick or convalescing cats, with appropriate professional guidance.

Less suited to

Buyers who require a ready-to-feed liquid or a bottle and feeding accessories in the same pack.
Anyone needing a product with confirmed preparation ratios or assured tolerance, as those details are not established here and customer reports differ.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

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Customer feedback describes the milk as useful for hand-rearing and weaning, with some saying their pets take it readily and that it is easy to use. Other experiences are mixed: reports differ on effectiveness, digestion, value and whether the powder dissolves fully, with some customers reporting stomach upset. For carers who need a powder to mix for feeding, those differences matter in day-to-day preparation and tolerance. The listing's claim that it mixes with a fork is a manufacturer statement, not proof that every customer will find it dissolves well.

Positive themes

Customers describe it as beneficial for hand-rearing and weaning, and some say their pets like it.
Some customers report that it is easy to use and mixes well.

Negative themes

Some customers report that it did not work for their cats.
Some describe poor digestion or illness after feeding.
Some say it does not dissolve properly and question its value for money.

Mixed feedback

Reported effectiveness, digestion, mixability and value vary between customers.

Frequently asked questions

What is Beaphar Lactol Kitten Milk intended for?

The listing presents it as a milk replacer for newborn and orphaned kittens through weaning, and also names pregnant or lactating queens and sick or convalescing cats as possible users.

Does this pack include a feeding bottle or syringe?

No feeding equipment is listed as included. The product information suggests pairing the milk with a separately available feeding set or syringes.

How is the powder mixed?

The manufacturer says to mix it with a fork and that whisking is unnecessary. The supplied information does not state mixing ratios, so follow the directions on the pack.

What do customers report about it?

Feedback describes benefits for hand-rearing and weaning and ease of use, but is mixed on effectiveness, digestion, value and how well the powder dissolves.