Esbilac Puppy Milk Replacer Powder
Esbilac is a long-standing market leader for puppy weaning milk replacer because of its consistent, nutritionally balanced formula, wide availability, and strong breeder reputation; it is often chosen for cost-conscious programs that still require reliable neonatal support. Compared with the other products on this list, Esbilac typically offers a lower per-feed cost and broad retail distribution than premium or imported brands, while matching them on palatability and ease of preparation for puppies transitioning to solid food.
Classic shelter staple
Quick-mix formula
Classic shelter staple
Quick-mix formula
Review Summary
"A long-standing go-to that mixes easily and is widely accepted by puppies; reviewers report reliable weight gain and generally good stool quality, with occasional complaints about gas or packaging size."
Tummy-friendly comfort
Complete milk replacer formulated to meet puppies' nutritional needs during weaning.
Tummy-friendly comfort
Complete milk replacer formulated to meet puppies' nutritional needs during weaning.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Esbilac is a long-standing market leader for puppy weaning milk replacer because of its consistent, nutritionally balanced formula, wide availability, and strong breeder reputation; it is often chosen for cost-conscious programs that still require reliable neonatal support. Compared with the other products on this list, Esbilac typically offers a lower per-feed cost and broad retail distribution than premium or imported brands, while matching them on palatability and ease of preparation for puppies transitioning to solid food.
Classic shelter staple
Quick-mix formula
Tummy-friendly comfort
Complete milk replacer formulated to meet puppies' nutritional needs during weaning.
Powdered formula mixes with water for easy preparation and feeding.
Classic shelter staple
Quick-mix formula
Tummy-friendly comfort
Complete milk replacer formulated to meet puppies' nutritional needs during weaning.
Powdered formula mixes with water for easy preparation and feeding.
$25-40 CAD
Royal Canin Babydog Milk
Royal Canin Babydog Milk is positioned as a premium, veterinary-backed option for puppy weaning thanks to targeted nutrient ratios and an emphasis on digestive tolerance and clinical-quality manufacturing. It usually carries a higher price than Esbilac or PetLac but offers technical advantages in specialized formulation and quality control, making it a preferred choice for breeders or clinics managing puppies with sensitive digestion or higher care needs.
Breed-tailored nutrition
Creamy texture appeal
Breed-tailored nutrition
Creamy texture appeal
Review Summary
"Well-formulated and digestible with many users praising acceptance and balanced nutrients; considered pricier than competitors and some pups show a preference for other brands."
Research-backed recipe
Developed by Royal Canin to support digestive tolerance in newborn puppies.
Research-backed recipe
Developed by Royal Canin to support digestive tolerance in newborn puppies.
Increased Safety & Security
Royal Canin Babydog Milk is positioned as a premium, veterinary-backed option for puppy weaning thanks to targeted nutrient ratios and an emphasis on digestive tolerance and clinical-quality manufacturing. It usually carries a higher price than Esbilac or PetLac but offers technical advantages in specialized formulation and quality control, making it a preferred choice for breeders or clinics managing puppies with sensitive digestion or higher care needs.
Breed-tailored nutrition
Creamy texture appeal
Research-backed recipe
Developed by Royal Canin to support digestive tolerance in newborn puppies.
Balanced vitamins and minerals to support early growth and immune development.
Breed-tailored nutrition
Creamy texture appeal
Research-backed recipe
Developed by Royal Canin to support digestive tolerance in newborn puppies.
Balanced vitamins and minerals to support early growth and immune development.
$30-45 CAD
Breeder's Edge Foster Care Feline & Canine Milk Replacer
Breeder's Edge Foster Care is a concentrated, rescue-oriented milk replacer designed to deliver dense calories and economical servings per container, a practical financial advantage for shelters and large-scale fosterers during the weaning period. Compared to looser, ready-to-mix powders like Esbilac or PetLac it often yields higher caloric density when prepared, supporting quicker weight gain in at-risk puppies, though its concentrated format can feel less convenient for small-home users.
Multi-species formula
High-calorie support
Multi-species formula
High-calorie support
Review Summary
"Concentrated, breeder-favored formula that many say promotes steady weight gain and acceptance in both puppies and kittens; a few users note mixing consistency or acclimation issues."
Designed for fosters
Dual-species formula designed for both orphaned puppies and kittens, offering feeding flexibility.
Designed for fosters
Dual-species formula designed for both orphaned puppies and kittens, offering feeding flexibility.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Breeder's Edge Foster Care is a concentrated, rescue-oriented milk replacer designed to deliver dense calories and economical servings per container, a practical financial advantage for shelters and large-scale fosterers during the weaning period. Compared to looser, ready-to-mix powders like Esbilac or PetLac it often yields higher caloric density when prepared, supporting quicker weight gain in at-risk puppies, though its concentrated format can feel less convenient for small-home users.
Multi-species formula
High-calorie support
Designed for fosters
Dual-species formula designed for both orphaned puppies and kittens, offering feeding flexibility.
Higher-calorie formulation to support rapid growth and healthy weight gain in neonates.
Multi-species formula
High-calorie support
Designed for fosters
Dual-species formula designed for both orphaned puppies and kittens, offering feeding flexibility.
Higher-calorie formulation to support rapid growth and healthy weight gain in neonates.
$35-60 CAD
PetAg PetLac Puppy Milk Replacement Powder
PetLac from PetAg is a gently formulated, mid-market milk replacer that balances palatability and digestive friendliness, making it a solid choice for puppies transitioning through weaning. Financially competitive with Esbilac and widely available, PetLac is viewed as a practical alternative when buyers want a milder formula without stepping up to the premium cost of veterinary or imported options like Royal Canin or Wombaroo.
Mother-like taste
Gentle digestion aid
Mother-like taste
Gentle digestion aid
Review Summary
"An affordable, commonly used option that generally performs adequately; several reviewers mention occasional digestive upset or slower weight gain compared with top-tier replacers."
Shelf-stable convenience
Popular, budget-friendly milk replacer favored by shelters and breeders for puppies.
Shelf-stable convenience
Popular, budget-friendly milk replacer favored by shelters and breeders for puppies.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
PetLac from PetAg is a gently formulated, mid-market milk replacer that balances palatability and digestive friendliness, making it a solid choice for puppies transitioning through weaning. Financially competitive with Esbilac and widely available, PetLac is viewed as a practical alternative when buyers want a milder formula without stepping up to the premium cost of veterinary or imported options like Royal Canin or Wombaroo.
Mother-like taste
Gentle digestion aid
Shelf-stable convenience
Popular, budget-friendly milk replacer favored by shelters and breeders for puppies.
Easily digestible powdered formula that mixes quickly with water for convenient use.
Mother-like taste
Gentle digestion aid
Shelf-stable convenience
Popular, budget-friendly milk replacer favored by shelters and breeders for puppies.
Easily digestible powdered formula that mixes quickly with water for convenient use.
$20-40 CAD
Wombaroo Dog Milk Replacer
Wombaroo is an Australian-made dog milk replacer respected for high-quality ingredient sourcing and consistent performance during puppy weaning, often selected by breeders seeking an alternative nutrient profile to North American and European brands. While it can be more expensive to import in some markets, its reputation for reliable results and careful formulation makes it a market leader for users prioritizing ingredient origin and breeder-grade standards.
High-protein punch
Natural ingredient focus
High-protein punch
Natural ingredient focus
Review Summary
"Highly regarded for quality and digestibility, with breeders reporting excellent acceptance, growth, and stool consistency; the main downsides are cost and availability/shipping for some buyers."
Nursery-grade quality
Premium, high-energy milk replacer formulated for neonatal puppies and recovering pups.
Nursery-grade quality
Premium, high-energy milk replacer formulated for neonatal puppies and recovering pups.
Increased Safety & Security
Wombaroo is an Australian-made dog milk replacer respected for high-quality ingredient sourcing and consistent performance during puppy weaning, often selected by breeders seeking an alternative nutrient profile to North American and European brands. While it can be more expensive to import in some markets, its reputation for reliable results and careful formulation makes it a market leader for users prioritizing ingredient origin and breeder-grade standards.
High-protein punch
Natural ingredient focus
Nursery-grade quality
Premium, high-energy milk replacer formulated for neonatal puppies and recovering pups.
Professional-grade product commonly used by breeders and veterinarians for critical orphans.
High-protein punch
Natural ingredient focus
Nursery-grade quality
Premium, high-energy milk replacer formulated for neonatal puppies and recovering pups.
Professional-grade product commonly used by breeders and veterinarians for critical orphans.
$45-80 CAD