{"product_id":"psittacus-mini-hand-feeding-5kg","title":"Psittacus Mini Hand Feeding Formula 5kg","description":"\u003cp\u003ePsittacus Mini Hand Feeding 5kg is a follow-on hand rearing formula designed specifically for small parrot species. It takes over once the initial neonatal phase has passed, supporting steady development through to weaning and emancipation. This is a species-specific product — not a generic bird food — formulated for the dietary requirements of smaller psittacine genera including \u003cem\u003eMelopsittacus\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eNymphicus\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAgapornis\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eNeophema\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eEolophus\u003c\/em\u003e, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis formula is introduced once the first neonatal phase ends. In cockatiels, for example, that means from the second week of life onwards. It should remain the primary hand feeding formula through to emancipation, with gradual replacement by dry adult food during the weaning phase. For birds in their first week of life, a neonatal crop milk formula is recommended first, transitioning into a blend of both products before switching fully to this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeeding Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDaily intake is calculated at 7 to 10 ml of prepared formula per feeding bout, per 100g of body weight. The number of feeding bouts required each day varies depending on the species being reared and the age of the individual bird. Following species-appropriate feeding schedules is essential for healthy development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAnalytical Composition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude protein: 21.4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrude oils and fats: 10.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a clear nutritional profile and species-appropriate formulation, Psittacus Mini Hand Feeding 5kg gives breeders and specialist keepers a reliable, structured approach to rearing small parrots from the post-neonatal stage through to independence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54146899935569,"sku":"4FPH007","price":56.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/psittacus-mini-hand-feeding-5kg","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}