{"product_id":"harrisons-bird-foods-jumpstart-grey-millet-bird-food","title":"Harrison's Bird Foods Jumpstart Grey Millet Bird Food, 16-oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCertified Organic Enrichment Seed Before Diet Conversion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarrison’s Jumpstart Grey Millet is a premium, certified organic preconditioning food for small pet birds, used to replace conventional seeds for three to five weeks before converting to an organic formulated diet. Grown without chemical additives, it helps your bird excrete toxins that may have built up from conventional seeds, which may result in a better appetite for a new diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReplaces Conventional Seeds:\u003c\/b\u003e Replaces conventional seeds for three to five weeks before converting your small bird to an organic formulated diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHelps Eliminate Toxins:\u003c\/b\u003e Grown without chemical additives, it helps birds excrete toxins that may have accumulated from eating conventional seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMay Improve Appetite:\u003c\/b\u003e This change in your bird’s body chemistry may result in a better appetite for a new formulated diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-81d0c955-7fff-9db1-bf0b-94f18a977d66\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJumpstart Grey Millet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e: Organic Preconditioning Seed: A premium certified\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bird-products\" title=\"Bird products: best affordable cages, feed, toys \u0026amp; more! | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Bird products: best affordable cages, feed, toys \u0026amp; more! | hardypaw\"\u003e organic enrichment seed\u003c\/a\u003e that replaces conventional seeds for small pet birds before diet conversion\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-81d0c955-7fff-9db1-bf0b-94f18a977d66\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePreconditioning Starting Point:\u003c\/b\u003e A preconditioning food that gives small pet birds a certified organic starting point before moving to Harrison’s formulas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic grey millet.\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\u003eAmount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13%\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\u003eRecommended-Dosage Chart\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBird\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarrison’s High Potency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eJumpstart Grey Millet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinch \/ Canary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⅛ tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBudgie \/ Parrotlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 - 2 tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⅛ - ¼ tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCockatiel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1½ - 3 tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¼ - ½ tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 - 4 tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¼ - ½ tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConure \/ Dove\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 - 5 tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e½ - 1 tsp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/b\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\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSwitch from Regular Seeds:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed Jumpstart Grey Millet for three to five weeks before making the full switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdjust Portions to Bird Size:\u003c\/b\u003e Offer daily portions that suit your bird’s size, following your avian vet’s advice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThen Convert to Harrison’s:\u003c\/b\u003e After the preconditioning period, convert your bird gradually to Harrison’s organic formulated diet using the steps above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConvert Gradually:\u003c\/b\u003e Mix Harrison’s with your bird’s current diet, then increase by 25% weekly over four weeks as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEncourage Acceptance:\u003c\/b\u003e If needed, scatter Harrison’s pellets over white paper or a mirror on the enclosure floor to encourage trying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConsult Your 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\u003eUse for the Preconditioning Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Use Jumpstart Grey Millet for the three to five weeks before conversion, then move to a formulated diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNatural Variations Are Normal:\u003c\/b\u003e Variations in color, texture, and seed size may occur because ingredients are not processed to remove seasonal characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRepair a Broken Zip:\u003c\/b\u003e If the zipper is damaged, fold the top down several times and secure it 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\u003eClose the Bag:\u003c\/b\u003e Press out excess air and securely seal the top after every use.\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\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 Jumpstart Grey Millet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e Jumpstart Grey Millet is a premium certified organic preconditioning food for small pet birds. It replaces conventional seeds for three to five weeks before converting to an organic formulated diet, and it comes in a 16-oz bag with one ingredient, organic grey millet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Why use a preconditioning seed before diet conversion?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e Because it is organic and grown without chemical additives, Jumpstart Grey Millet helps your bird excrete toxins that may have accumulated from conventional seeds. This change in body chemistry may result in a better appetite for a new diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: How long should I feed it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed Jumpstart Grey Millet in place of conventional seeds for three to five weeks before converting your small bird to an organic formulated diet. After this preconditioning period, follow the conversion steps with your avian veterinarian to move your bird to the new diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: Is Jumpstart Grey Millet organic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, Jumpstart Grey Millet is made with certified organic grey millet that is grown without chemical additives. Being organic is why it can help your bird excrete toxins that may have accumulated from eating conventional seeds before diet conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Which birds is it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e Jumpstart Grey Millet is made for small pet birds. Ask your avian veterinarian about the right amount for your bird and how to time the three to five week preconditioning period before you begin converting to Harrison’s formulated diets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ6: How do I convert my bird to Harrison’s?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAns:\u003c\/b\u003e Consult an avian veterinarian before any diet change, then mix Harrison’s with your bird’s current diet and note acceptance. If your bird needs more time, increase Harrison’s 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 Harrison’s Bird Foods and 15 to 20 percent organic dark green leafy or dark yellow meaty vegetables and fruits. Do not offer vitamins unless your avian veterinarian directs it. Fresh produce is the recommended addition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harrison's Bird Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48035172679841,"sku":"HBF-JGM-16OZ","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/harrisons-bird-foods-jumpstart-grey-millet-food-16-oz-834.png?v=1792266126","url":"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/products\/harrisons-bird-foods-jumpstart-grey-millet-bird-food","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}