Wombaroo Sheep Milk Replacer - 10kg

Wombaroo Sheep Milk Replacer – Nutritionally Complete Formula for Lambs

Specially formulated to replicate the composition of ewe’s milk, Wombaroo Sheep Milk Replacer provides complete nutrition for orphaned or hand-reared lambs. Ideal for all sheep breeds, it supports healthy growth, early weaning, and robust fleece development when maternal milk is unavailable or insufficient.

Key Benefits

• Ewe’s Milk Match – Carefully developed to resemble natural sheep’s milk for optimal digestion and development.
• High Energy Content – Fuels rapid growth and supports the high metabolic demands of young lambs.
• Protein-Rich Formula – Contains essential amino acids, including cysteine, to promote muscle development and fleece health.

Ingredients

Whole milk solids, casein, whey protein, vegetable oils, omega-3 & omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12, C, D3, E, K, biotin, choline, inositol), minerals (calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium).

Typical Analysis

• Protein: 30%
• Fat: 35%
• Ash: 5%
• Moisture: 4%
• Energy (ME): 23 MJ/kg

Pack Sizes

Available in 5kg, 10kg

When to Use

• For hand-rearing orphaned lambs
• As a supplement when ewe’s milk is insufficient
• Newborns without colostrum should receive ~60g of Impact Colostrum Supplement within the first 24 hours for immune support.

How to Prepare

To make 1 litre of milk:
Mix 200g of powder with 850mL of warm (pre-boiled) water.

1. Add half the water to the powder and stir to form a smooth paste.
2. Add remaining water and mix thoroughly.
3. Avoid overheating to prevent curdling; if water is too cold, the powder may not dissolve properly.
4. Use an electric whisk for larger volumes.

Refrigerate prepared milk for up to 24 hours or freeze in small portions for up to 2 weeks.

Feeding Guide

Bottle Feeding (Young or Individual Lambs)

• Warm milk to 35°C

• Use a lamb bottle with a lamb-specific teat (Wombaroo D Teat for smaller lambs)

• Feed every 4 hours for the first 4 days, then:

  • Every 6 hours by week 1

  • Every 8 hours by week 2

• Offer pre-boiled water between feeds in hot weather to prevent dehydration.

• Ensure clean drinking water is always available.

Self-Feeding (Groups or Older Lambs)

• Use a bucket fitted with rubber teats at least 40cm above ground level
• Offer milk cold (5°C) to reduce overfeeding and spoilage
• Typical intake: 0.8–1.1 litres of milk per lamb per day, based on body weight

Growth Monitoring

• Birth weight: 4–6kg depending on breed
• Expected daily weight gain: 250–400g
• Weigh lambs regularly to track progress
• Avoid overfeeding to reduce the risk of digestive upset or diarrhoea

Weaning

• Hand-reared lambs can be weaned from 15–20 days old if they weigh at least 9kg
• Begin offering milk-soaked pellets and digestible hay from 7–10 days old
• Gradually reduce milk volume as solid food intake increases
• Transition to solid feed completely once sufficient intake is established