Introduction:
Harrison's Juvenile Formula Bird Food is specially designed to provide the best nutrition for psittacine chicks and birds in recovery. Made with certified organic, non-GMO verified ingredients, this hand-feeding formula supports your bird's health, happiness, and longevity. With a focus on natural, whole ingredients, Harrison’s prioritizes quality and purity to help your feathered friend thrive.
Product Features:
- Certified organic and non-GMO verified.
- Made with whole grains and legumes.
- Contains natural vitamins and minerals.
- Supports hand-feeding chicks until weaning.
- Ideal for chicks transitioning from Recovery Formula.
- Suitable for birds recovering from illness or injury or undergoing diet conversion.
- Promotes a longer, healthier, and happier life for your bird.
Technical Specifications:
- Formulated for hand-feeding psittacine chicks.
- Contains no artificial processing, bleached flours, or by-products.
- Made with natural ingredients, ensuring variations in texture and appearance.
- Designed for optimal nutrition during critical growth and recovery stages.
Ingredients
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Storage and Shelf Life
Harrison's Bird Foods are free of artificial preservatives. Follow these guidelines to ensure freshness:
- Squeeze out all air from the bag and seal it securely using the zip lock.
- If the zip lock is damaged or removed, fold the bag’s top several times and secure it with a clip.
- Keep the food in its original packaging. Do not transfer into plastic bags or containers.
- Use the food within 8 weeks of opening.
- Only purchase Harrison's products in their original packaging.
- Refrigerating or freezing after opening may help maintain freshness.
Feeding Directions
Important: Proper feeding techniques must be followed to prevent injury or formula inhalation, which could lead to pneumonia or death.
Species Guidelines:
- Day 1: Pionus, African greys, Amazons, cockatoos, conures, macaws.
- Day 7: Other parrot species.
- Day 21: Cockatiels.
Feeding Steps:
- Ensure the crop is nearly empty before feeding.
- Mix fresh Juvenile Hand-Feeding Formula with bottled drinking water heated to approximately 103°F (39°C). Follow your avian veterinarian's recommended formula-to-water ratio based on the bird's age. Do not microwave. Allow the mixture to cool to lukewarm before feeding. Birds with open eyes should be fed 3-4 times daily; birds with emerging feathers should be fed 2-3 times daily.
- An irrigation syringe is the most commonly successful feeding tool.
- Feed until the crop is full but not overfilled. Remove any excess formula from the bird’s beak, feathers, and enclosure.
Feeding Suggestions:
- For one to seven-day-old birds or birds with slow crop-emptying, consider using Recovery Formula or adding a small pinch of Fauna Flora to the formula before feeding.
- To aid weaning after 21 days of age, mix 1 tablespoon of finely chopped High Potency Formula or finely chopped organic nuts with 1 cup of formula. Alternatively, offer dry High Potency Formula in a separate bowl.
AVERAGE DAILY AMOUNTS TO FEED
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Age |
Juvenile Formula |
Water |
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Day 1 |
1 part |
6 parts |
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Gradually increase to: |
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Days 2-6 |
1 part |
3 parts |
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From Day 7 |
1 part |
2 parts |
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In most cases, feed 1 Tbs formula powder per 150-200 g body weight |
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Other Foods
A balanced diet for birds should consist of:
- 75-80% Harrison's Bird Foods.
- 15-20% organic dark green leafy or dark yellow vegetables and fruits (e.g., sweet potatoes, carrots, pumpkin, winter squash, broccoli, parsley, spinach, mango, or papaya).
Do not offer additional vitamins unless directed by your avian veterinarian. Avoid combining Harrison's with other formulated diets, as this may reduce its benefits. Variations in color, texture, and nugget size are normal due to the natural characteristics of Harrison's ingredients, which are minimally processed.
