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$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Certified Organic Hand-Feeding Nutrition for Chicks and Recovery
Product Description
Harrison’s Bird Foods Juvenile Hand-Feeding Organic Powder Bird Food is a certified organic, non-GMO diet made from premium whole grains and legumes with naturally occurring vitamins and minerals. It is formulated for hand-feeding psittacine chicks until weaning, for chicks following Recovery Formula, and for birds recovering from illness or injury or losing weight during a diet conversion.
Benefits
- For Psittacine Chicks Until Weaning: Formulated for hand-feeding psittacine chicks from the right starting day for each species until weaning.
- After Recovery Formula: Suited to chicks following Recovery Formula feeding for selected parrots, before moving on to weaning foods.
- Recovery and Diet Conversion Support: Supports birds recovering from illness or injury and birds losing weight during a diet conversion.
- Naturally Occurring Vitamins and Minerals: Includes naturally occurring vitamins and minerals, with 3.3% minimum omega-6 and 0.4% minimum omega-3 fatty acids.
- Whole Grains and Legumes: Made from premium whole grains and whole legumes without artificial processing or bleached or dyed flours.
Variants
Available in two sizes:
- Harrison’s Bird Foods Juvenile Hand-Feeding Organic Powder Bird Food, 1-lb
- Harrison’s Bird Foods Juvenile Hand-Feeding Organic Powder Bird Food, 5-lb
Ingredients
Dried Kelp, Lentils, Zinc Sulfate, Hulled Millet, Tapioca Maltodextrin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Salt, Peanut Kernels, Calcium Carbonate, Biotin, Whole Corn, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Brown Rice, Bentonite, Copper Sulfate, Chia, Sunflower Kernels, Mixed Tocopherols (source of Vitamin E), Psyllium, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Hull-less Barley, Folic Acid, Alfalfa, Riboflavin Supplement, Toasted Soybeans, Manganese Sulfate, Peas, Dried Algae, Vitamin B12 Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Toasted Oat Groats, Niacin Supplement, dl-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate, and Vitamin A Supplement.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Guaranteed Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 18% (min.) |
| Crude Fat | 11% (min.) |
| Crude Fiber | 5% (max.) |
| Moisture | 10% (max.) |
| Sodium | 0.09% (max.) |
| Iron | 95 mg/kg (max.) |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 3.3% (min.) |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.4% (min.) |
How to Use
Directions for Use
- Use the Correct Technique: Use correct feeding technique to prevent injury or inhalation of formula that could result in pneumonia or death.
- Start at the Right Age: Start from day 1 for large species, day 7 for other parrots, and day 21 for cockatiels.
- Check the Crop First: Gently feel the crop before each and every feeding to confirm that it is almost empty.
- Mix Fresh with Warm Water: Mix fresh with bottled drinking water heated to about 103°F (39°C), and do not microwave.
- Follow Your Vet’s Water Ratio: Use the formula-to-water proportion your avian veterinarian directs for your bird’s age, then cool to lukewarm.
- Feed on Schedule: Chicks with open eyes need 3 to 4 daily feedings, and feathering birds need 2 to 3.
- Use an Irrigation Syringe: Using an irrigation syringe is often the most effective method for hand-feeding chicks.
- Feed Until the Crop Is Full: Feed until the crop is full but not overstuffed, and clean excess formula from beak, feathers, and enclosure.
- Support Weaning After 21 Days: After 21 days, mix 1 tablespoon of finely chopped High Potency Formula or nuts into 1 cup of formula.
- Slow Crop Emptying: Birds one to seven days old or with slow crop emptying may benefit from Recovery Formula.
Additional Information
Storage Instructions
- Seal the Bag: Press out any trapped air and firmly seal the bag after each use.
- Fix a Damaged Zip: If the zipper is damaged, fold the bag’s top over a few times and fasten it with a clip.
- Keep in the Original Bag: Keep food in its original bag and do not repackage it into plastic bags or containers.
- Use Within 12 Weeks: Use contents within 12 weeks of opening the bag; refrigeration or freezing after opening may help maintain freshness.
Precautions
- Correct Technique Is Essential: Use correct feeding technique to prevent injury or inhalation that could result in pneumonia or death.
- Consult Your Avian Veterinarian: Follow your avian veterinarian’s guidance on the formula-to-water ratio and feeding plan for your bird’s age and species.
Shipping & Return
We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.
For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is Harrison’s Juvenile Hand-Feeding Formula?
Ans: It is a certified organic, non-GMO verified hand-feeding formula made from premium whole grains and legumes with naturally occurring vitamins and minerals, designed for psittacine chicks, recovering birds, and birds in diet conversion, available in 1-lb and 5-lb bags.
Q2: When can I start feeding it to my chick?
Ans: Start from day 1 for pionus, African greys, Amazons, cockatoos, conures, and macaws, from day 7 for other parrots, and from day 21 for cockatiels. Always confirm the right start day for your bird’s species with your avian veterinarian before feeding.
Q3: How do I prepare the formula?
Ans: Mix the formula fresh with bottled drinking water heated to about 103°F (39°C), using the proportion your avian veterinarian directs for your bird’s age. Do not microwave it, and let the mixture cool to lukewarm before feeding.
Q4: How often should I feed my chick?
Ans: Chicks with their eyes open should be fed 3 to 4 times daily, and birds with feathers emerging should be fed 2 to 3 times daily. Before each feeding, gently feel the crop to confirm it is almost empty.
Q5: How do I help my chick wean?
Ans: To aid weaning after 21 days of age, add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped High Potency Formula or finely chopped organic nuts to 1 cup of formula, or introduce dry High Potency Formula in a separate bowl.
Q6: What if my chick’s crop empties slowly?
Ans: Birds one to seven days old, and birds with slow crop emptying, may benefit from Recovery Formula or adding a pinch of Fauna Flora to the formula just before feeding. Talk with your avian veterinarian about the best approach for your bird.
Q7: Can I use it for birds recovering from illness or diet conversion?
Ans: Yes, this formula is also for birds recovering from illness or injury and birds losing weight during a diet conversion. Because these are health situations, work with your avian veterinarian on how much to feed and for how long.