16/10/2024
Newborn puppies and kittens have very naïve immune systems. Severe infections can be introduced and spread when feeding, by bacterial contamination of ni***es and bottles. Cleaning ALL feeding utensils and equipment after feeding is critical to the maintenance of good health in newborns. Here are a few easy steps to follow for cleaning ni***es and bottles:
Step 1: Rinse – Take apart and rinse all bottles, ni***es, and mixing utensils with lukewarm water.
Step 2: Detergent – Following the lukewarm water rinse, wash utensils with a detergent/sanitization soap and hot water (50°C; 120°F), use a bottle brush if necessary.
Step 3: Clean Rinse – Rinse detergent from utensils with clean water or, ideally, a 10% bleach solution.
Step 4: Dry – Allow for air drying (making sure not to place openings face down on any surfaces where water can pool and allow for bacterial growth) or pat dry with a clean towel.
