{"product_id":"psittacus-lory-special-hand-feeding-1kg","title":"Psittacus Lory Special Hand Feeding Formula 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003ePsittacus Lory Special Hand Feeding is a follow-on hand rearing formula developed specifically for chicks of the Loriinae subfamily. It is designed to take over from early-age formulas once feather emergence begins, supporting healthy development through to emancipation. If you are hand rearing lories or lorikeets, this is a species-appropriate feed built around the nutritional and digestive requirements of nectarivorous psittacines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFormulation and Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe formula includes dehydrated hibiscus flower alongside papaya, which is included specifically to support digestive transit — an important consideration in chicks of this subfamily. With 20.0% crude protein and 14.0% crude oils and fats, the analytical profile is tailored to the demands of growing Loriinae chicks rather than being a generic hand feeding mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn average, lories require between 7 and 10 ml of formula per feeding bout per 100 g of body weight, though this should be adjusted for each individual and their stage of development. The number of feeding bouts will also need to vary as the chick progresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable from day 16 of life, once feathers begin to emerge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor chicks younger than 16 days, an early-age formula such as a crop milk or neonatal formula is more appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue use through to emancipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWeaning Transition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring the weaning phase, Psittacus Lory Special Hand Feeding should be gradually replaced by a lory gel and a dry or water-suspended lory nectar offered ad libitum. A gradual transition supports digestive adaptation and reduces stress during this critical period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor keepers dedicated to getting hand rearing right, having a formula matched to the specific life stage and subfamily of the chick makes a measurable difference to outcomes. Psittacus Lory Special Hand Feeding gives you that precision in a 1 kg format.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"1kg+","offer_id":54146904588625,"sku":"4FPH014","price":19.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg+","offer_id":54146904621393,"sku":"4FPH015","price":77.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/4FPH014_1.jpg?v=1782487534","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/psittacus-lory-special-hand-feeding-1kg","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}