{"product_id":"harrisons-bird-foods-high-potency-coarse-organic-pellet-food-for-medium-to-large-birds","title":"Harrison's Bird Foods High Potency Coarse Organic Pellet Food for Medium to Large Birds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCertified Organic Nutrition for Conversion and Special Needs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarrison’s Bird Foods High Potency Coarse Organic Pellet Food is a certified organic, non-GMO verified blend of whole grains and legumes with naturally occurring vitamins and minerals and balanced Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. This year-round formula suits cockatoos, large conures, African greys, eclectus, macaws, and pionus, and is ideal for conversion, breeding, weaning, and special health needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBalanced Omega 3 and 6:\u003c\/b\u003e Naturally occurring vitamins and minerals plus balanced Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids help your bird live longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCoarse Texture for Natural Chewing:\u003c\/b\u003e The intentionally coarse particle size encourages natural chewing and grinding to support proper ventriculus function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal for Conversion:\u003c\/b\u003e All birds should start and remain on this formula for at least six months when converting to Harrison’s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeaning and Breeding Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed to all breeding birds and for at least six to nine months after weaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpecial Health Needs:\u003c\/b\u003e Suited to birds that are molting, underweight, overweight, very active, recovering from illness, or housed in cold climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarrison’s Bird Foods High Potency Coarse Organic Pellet Food for Medium to Large Birds, 1-lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarrison’s Bird Foods High Potency Coarse Organic Pellet Food for Medium to Large Birds, 5-lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarrison’s Bird Foods High Potency Coarse Organic Pellet Food for Medium to Large Birds, 25-lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiotin, *Brown Rice, Niacin Supplement, *Psyllium, Salt, *Peas, Vitamin D3 Supplement, *Toasted Oat Groats, Thiamine Mononitrate, *Hull-less Barley, Zinc Sulfate, *Dried Kelp, Calcium Carbonate, *Chia, Folic Acid, *Sunflower Kernels, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, *Whole Corn, Mixed Tocopherols, *Lentils, Manganese Sulfate, *Alfalfa, Riboflavin Supplement, *Peanut Kernels, d-Calcium Pantothenate, *Toasted Soybeans, Bentonite, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Sulfate, *Dried Algae, dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, and Vitamin A Supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuaranteed Level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude Protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18% (min.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude Fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.0% (min.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0% (max.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10% (max.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.09% (min.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 mg\/kg (min.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmega-6 Fatty Acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.80% (min.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmega-3 Fatty Acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.50% (min.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended-Dosage Chart \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9838%; height: 213.583px;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"147\" style=\"width: 21.3974%;\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"170\" style=\"width: 24.7453%;\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"114\" style=\"width: 16.5939%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Species\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Potency Coarse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Foods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePionus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 - 1½ Tbs (10 - 15 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e½ - 1 tsp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmazons, Eclectus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½ - 3 Tbs (15 - 30 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 - 2 tsp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfrican Greys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½ - 3 Tbs (15 - 30 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½ - 2 tsp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCockatoos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½ - 5 Tbs (15 - 50 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 tsp - 1 Tbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMacaws\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 - 6 Tbs (20 - 60 g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5972px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 tsp - 1½ Tbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet’s health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFeed Fresh Daily:\u003c\/b\u003e Offer fresh pellets daily and replace any uneaten food to keep your bird’s diet fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFeed as Distinct Meals:\u003c\/b\u003e To help reduce waste, feed pellets as distinct meals, since birds may eat all they want.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBalance with Fresh Foods:\u003c\/b\u003e Aim for 75 to 80% pellets and 15 to 20% organic leafy greens, yellow vegetables, and fruits daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSkip Other Formulated Diets and Vitamins:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid other formulated diets and vitamins unless your avian veterinarian directs otherwise, to preserve the benefits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSwitch Over Slowly:\u003c\/b\u003e Start by mixing a small amount of pellets into your bird’s regular food. Gradually increase the portion each week over a four-week period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHelp Your Bird Try Them:\u003c\/b\u003e If your bird is hesitant, place a few pellets on white paper or a mirror at the bottom of the enclosure to spark its curiosity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReview Needs After Six Months:\u003c\/b\u003e After six months of conversion, have an avian veterinarian assess your bird’s dietary needs and next steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSeal the Bag:\u003c\/b\u003e Push out any trapped air and securely reseal the bag after every use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFix a Damaged Zip:\u003c\/b\u003e If the zipper seal is broken, fold the opening down several times and close with a clip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKeep in the Original Bag:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep food in its original bag and do not repackage it into plastic bags or containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUse Within 12 Weeks:\u003c\/b\u003e Use contents within 12 weeks of opening the bag; refrigeration or freezing after opening may help maintain freshness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConsult an Avian Veterinarian:\u003c\/b\u003e Consult an avian veterinarian before making any diet change, and again each year after that.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSome Crumbling Is Normal:\u003c\/b\u003e Some crumbling is unavoidable with a coarse grind, since nutritional integrity is prioritized over cosmetic uniformity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What is Harrison’s High Potency Coarse Organic Pellet Food?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e It is a certified organic, non-GMO verified pellet food made from whole grains and legumes with naturally occurring vitamins, minerals, and balanced Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, formulated as a year-round diet for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-bird-food\" title=\"Pet bird food | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Pet bird food | hardypaw\"\u003emedium to large birds\u003c\/a\u003e, available in 1-lb, 5-lb, and 25-lb bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Which birds is the Coarse size for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e High Potency Coarse suits cockatoos, large conures, African greys, eclectus, macaws, pionus, and other medium to large parrots. Smaller birds, such as cockatiels, budgies, and lovebirds, are better suited to the fine version of this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Why are the pellets coarse, and is crumbling normal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e The larger, coarser particles are meant to help the bird’s gizzard work as it should by supporting natural grinding. Some crumbling is normal with this type of feed. The focus is on providing the right nutrition and health benefits, not making every piece look the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: When should I use High Potency Coarse?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e High Potency Coarse is ideal for conversion, breeding, weaning, and special health needs. Birds that are molting, overweight, underweight, very active, housed in cold climates, recovering from illness, or affected by liver or kidney disease can all be fed this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: How long should my bird stay on this formula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e All birds should start and remain on this formula for at least six months. After the initial six-month conversion, a qualified avian veterinarian should assess your bird’s dietary needs, and other species may switch to an Adult Lifetime formula if they are not molting, breeding, or recovering from illness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ6: How do I convert my bird to this food?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e Consult an avian veterinarian before any diet change, then mix the pellets with your bird’s current diet and note acceptance. If your bird needs more time, increase the pellets by 25 percent each week over four weeks while reducing other food by 25 percent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ7: What else should my bird eat each day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e A bird’s daily diet should be 75 to 80 percent pellets and 15 to 20 percent organic dark green leafy or dark yellow meaty vegetables and fruits, such as sweet potatoes, carrots, pumpkin, winter squash, broccoli, parsley, spinach, mango, or papaya. Do not offer vitamins unless your avian veterinarian directs it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harrison's Bird Foods","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":48035171664033,"sku":"HBF-HPC-1LB","price":13.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":48035171696801,"sku":"HBF-HPC-5LB","price":51.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 lb","offer_id":48035171729569,"sku":"HBF-HPC-25LB","price":235.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/harrisons-bird-foods-high-potency-coarse-organic-pellet-food-478.png?v=1792267219","url":"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/products\/harrisons-bird-foods-high-potency-coarse-organic-pellet-food-for-medium-to-large-birds","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}