Bitter-tasting medicine

[Meekie]

Kitten needs to have a pinch of Tylan Soluble Powder for diarrhea twice a day but it's very bitter tasting. She won't eat much if I put it in her favorite food. I tried mixing it in anchovy paste but she wouldn't touch it. Currently waiting for a callback from her doctor to see if I can put it in Nutrical.

Any suggestions? Pill pockets?

And also, how much exactly would "a pinch" be?

Thanks!!

 

[FeebysOwner]

Best to get clarification from the vet on what is considered to be a 'pinch'. That said, there are very small measuring spoons and one of them is sometimes referred to as a 'pinch'. This is on example, but the labeling can vary from product to product from what I have seen. Amazon.com: Norpro Mini Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons, Set of 5 (tad, dash, pinch, smidgen and drop): Measuring Cups: Home & Kitchen. I would still get the vet to tell you what they consider a pinch to be.

You might try canned tuna (or chicken) in water. Feeby gagged/frothed/foamed at the mouth with one med she had to take, and yet ate it just fine when mixed with some 'juice' from a can of tuna. I then gave her a bite of the tuna as a treat afterward. If not that you could try any number of the lickable treats that are on the market - or perhaps even some baby food meat (Gerber Stage 2 or Beechnut).

 

[Meekie]

Very helpful! Maple and I thank you!