05/12/2026
“Hey Crosscountry Malinois why do you start your puppies out on goats milk?”
Well after neurological stimulation, about 3 weeks of age we like getting puppies out on the ground/ grass, sun for vitamin D, the small portion of goats milk gets them hunting the food bowl, helps with pre weaning . The added value of the goats milk ,, ,,
Goat milk is particularly high in Vitamin A, offering about 47% more than cow's milk. It also provides significant amounts of B vitamins (niacin, riboflavin, B6, B12), essential fats, and calcium. The milk is especially notable for having pre-formed Vitamin A, making it easily available for the body to use.Key vitamin and nutrient content in goat milk includes:Vitamin A: High levels, as goats convert all carotenes into Vitamin A, giving the milk a white color.Vitamin B Complex: Rich in niacin (\(B_{3}\)), riboflavin (\(B_{2}\)), and Vitamin \(B_{6}\), along with some \(B_{12}\).Vitamin E: Found in goat milk, acting as an antioxidant.Minerals: Excellent source of calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium.Important Nutritional Notes:Deficiencies: Goat milk is low in folate (folic acid) and Vitamin B-12 compared to cow's milk, often requiring supplementation for infant formula.Nutrient Availability: It is high in bioavailable nutrients, meaning the body absorbs them more efficiently.Skin Health: Due to high vitamin A, lactic acid, and fatty acids, it is widely used for skin health, moisturizing with glycerin and promoting coat and skin cell turnover.
Photo of the Giulia X Laser litter soaking up some sun rays and lapping up some Goats Milk.