{"product_id":"psittacus-neonatal-hand-feeding-1kg","title":"Psittacus Neonatal Hand Feeding Formula 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003ePsittacus Neonatal Hand Feeding is a first-age hand-rearing formula designed for manual raising of parrot chicks from day one. It is intended for use across a broad range of parrot species including macaws, amazons, cockatoos, eclectus, caiques, pionus, and yakas, covering the second phase of the neonatal stage until the first feather cannons begin to emerge. It is also suitable as a dietary supplement for chicks still being parent-fed, and for the recovery of malnourished or underweight chicks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere It Sits in the Rearing Sequence\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis formula is designed for the second neonatal phase. During the first 5–7 days of life, a crop milk replacer should be used first. Once that initial phase is complete, Psittacus Neonatal Hand Feeding takes over and continues until feather cannons become visible, at which point a continuation formula is appropriate. For nymphicus (cockatiels), budgerigars, and other small Australian granivorous parrots, this product is not recommended — in those species, the transition should go directly from crop milk to a mini formula over 2–3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComposition and Digestive Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe formula contains a high proportion of dehydrated egg, providing a nutrient-dense base suited to rapid early development. It also contains papaya, which supports healthy digestive transit in neonatal chicks — particularly important when the gut is still developing and feeding volumes are being established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePreparation and Feeding Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix at approximately 25% solids in warm water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical intake is 7–10 ml of prepared formula per 100g of chick body weight per feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the crop is completely empty at least one hour before each feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdminister using a syringe fitted with a soft virgin rubber or silicone probe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStimulate swallowing by gently pressing the lateral commissures of the beak before probe introduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollowing the correct preparation concentration and feeding sequence gives chicks the best start and reduces the risk of crop stasis or overfeeding complications. Having this formula on hand as part of a structured neonatal protocol gives breeders and hand-rearers confidence at the most critical stage of a chick's development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54146899968337,"sku":"4FPH008","price":20.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/4FPH008_1.jpg?v=1782487498","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/psittacus-neonatal-hand-feeding-1kg","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}