Someone threw a kitten in the vacant lot next door. My dog brought her in and put her on my bed!?

Cow milk and baby formula are bad for the kitten. Read the source below. You can use Pedialyte, which might be hard to find depending on where you are. Try the other link, they have a recipe for homemade stuff. The dog part is adorable though. Your dog probably felt bad for the little thing and figured if anyone could take care of the kitten, it'd be you.

First, pet your dog! Cows milk is not good for the kitten. I did see that some people here provided some formulas that you might be able to make up. Worth a shot on that. Also try offering the kitten solid food. VERY small pieces, etc. You might get lucky. Also, someone suggested broth with a dropper. This might also work. Good luck.

According to the following website, which is full of useful information, you need kitten replacement milk. However, in my opinion, it would be better to feed it milk than nothing. Goat's milk might be easier to digest if it's available. Warm the milk. Don't get too attached because kittens rarely survive without the kind of care a vet or very experienced breeder can give them. Good luck!

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Kitten Supplement Formula

From Franny Syufy,

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Emergency Food for Newborn Kittens and Convalescent Cats

Popularly known as "Kitty Glop" among breeders, it is packed with nutrition for orphaned kittens, nursing mother cats and their babies, cats recuperating from illness, and older cats who need nutritional supplementing or who have difficulty eating because of dental or gum problems.

Some recipes call for canned goats milk; if you have it readily available it's fine, otherwise canned ¹evaporated cows' milk works well. The recipe sets up to a gelatin-like consistency in the refrigerator, and can be stored there for up to two weeks. It can also be frozen in an ice tray for convenience in serving. To serve, warm to room temperature. Do not pour back unused portions into the mix.

* 12oz of water

* 1 envelope Knox Gelatin

* 1 12oz can of whole evaporated milk (not skim)

* 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

* 2 tablespoons plain yogurt, not nonfat

Boil the water, add the gelatin - stir well. Add the following ingredients in order, mixing well after each addition:

* 1/2 of the canned milk

* mayonnaise and yogurt

* the rest of the milk

Variations include the addition of kitty vitamins, acidophalus, and/or pureed baby food meat such as lamb, chicken, or beef. I have seen variations with two egg yolks added, but I would caution against this, due to the risk of salmonella with raw eggs. For very easy mixing, you can use a blender at low speed, but I also like a bowl with a wire whisk.

Many older cats have difficulty digesting cows' milk. The acidophalus may help with this, but you might want to try mixing a very small amount to test on your older kitty first. I hope this helps.

Do you know anyone who has a dog with puppies? Dogs milk is fine for a cat. Goat's milk is okay, too, but not the best. Human breast milk is okay, if you know anyone willing to give you a couple ounces. COW MILK IS NOT OK. However, the easiest thing to do is find someone with a dog that has nursing puppies and try to get the kitten fed there.

Goats milk will work in a pinch, but if you can find some Infant Kitten Formula or soy milk it would be better. Good luck.

I would give it warm milk with an eye dropper for awhile, you can put some milk down for him and sit him in front of it to see how long it takes for him to get the hang of lapping it, This is so bizarre on your dogs part but it sounds like your dog knew the kitten needed help. Your dog probably thinks of this little guy as his or her baby too! What an awesome story, and watch your dog, I bet he tries to keep the kitten safe and warm and probably watches everything you do to her or his little baby! Your dog adopted him and knew you would help!!

Milk is NO GOOD! Contrary to popular belief, dairy products are really bad for a cat's (especially a kitten's) digestive system. Is there a vet in your area? Maybe you could get some advice or maybe even formula from them. Pet supply stores also sell formula usually.

you cant feed cats milk. they will get diarrhea, and it is gross! (trust me i have a cat) But if it is a kitten you have to buy formula for it to drink it a bottle, then soft and hard food comes in. you also need to get a litter box. take it to the vet to make sure that it does not have diseases. And to get it checked.

Hope this helps.

We foound our cat in a bush. Trust me the process of taking care of a cat is hard!!!! Especially witht the claws and stuff.

Boy do they scratch.

You can try warmed up milk and a syringe and only hope for the best. It's better than nothing at all. If you have access to it, goat milk would be better. Good luck to you.