Abstract
The effect of early weaning on kit growth and survival performance using an artificial milk feeding regimen was investigated. New Zealand Whlte kits (n = 191) from 23 litters were either naturally or artificially fed a mili 0.05). From weekly BW analyses, C fryers were heavier at 70 d of age than A fryers by 0.20 kg (P 0.05). Artificial feeding of kits is technically possible, although this method may not be economically feasible. In addition to the observed decrease in growth and survival performance, the high cost of artificial milk and the degree of skill involved are limltations of this method. Despite our negative preliminary resulta, this potential application warrants further Investigation.
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