HIGH POTENCY MASH 1 LB BAG A Premium First-Use Formula for Small Birds USES: CONVERSION TO HARRISON'S: All birds should start out and remain on High Potency formula for a period of at least 6 months at approximately 70% of the total diet. Switch to Adult Lifetime formula after the 6-month introductory period. BREEDING BIRDS: High Potency formula should be fed 1-2 months prior to the breeding period and continued until the chicks are weaned or for at least 6 months before resuming Adult Lifetime formula. WEANING BIRDS: High Potency formula should be fed to weaning birds for at least 6-9 months. SPECIAL NEEDS: High Potency formula supports birds that are molting, overweight, underweight, particularly active, housed in a cold climate, recovering from an illness or affected by liver or kidney disease.Species include:CanariesFinchesBudgiesParrotletsCockatielsLovebirdsDovesPigeons High Potency MashIngredients *Sunflower Kernels, *Hull-less Barley, Rolled; *Toasted Soybeans, *Hulled Gray Millet, *Lentils, Rolled; *Peas, Rolled; *Peanut Kernels, *Brown Rice, Rolled; *Corn, Rolled; Toasted Oat Groats *Chia, *Sesame Seed, *Alfalfa, Monocalcium Phosphate, *Algae Meal, Calcium Carbonate, Bentonite, *Sea Kelp, Salt, Mixed Tocopherols (a source of Vitamin E), Vitamin/Mineral Supplement (Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Niacin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate and *Sunflower Oil), *Anise Seed. *CERTIFIED ORGANIC INGREDIENT Analysis Crude protein (min.) 20%, crude fat (min.) 14%, crude fiber (max.) 8%, moisture (max.) 10%. Storage - Harrison's Bird Foods do not contain artificial preservatives.- Do not repackage into other containers. Squeeze air out of bag, seal and store. If zip becomes damaged, roll bag down and clip shut with chip clip or clothespin.- Once opened, a bag of Harrison's should be used up within 8 weeks.- Storing food in fridge or freezer helps maintain freshness. Feeding Directions - Once converted to Harrison's Bird Foods birds should be fed in a planned daily regimen of individual meals.- Feed fresh food daily, do not "top off". Diet Allocation (by weight) Most small birds as follows:70% - High Potency Mash25% - Organic dark green leafy, yellow meaty fresh veg & low sugar fruit5% - Seed/Nut/Omega 3 (hemp, chia, flax, pumpkin, sesame, sunflower, pistachio, almond, walnut, hazelnut) Daily Feeding Amounts CANARY: 1 - 1 ¾gFINCH: 1 - 1¾gBUDGIE: 1 ½ - 3gCOCKATIEL: 2 - 5gLOVEBIRD: 2 - 5gDOVE/PIGEON: 5 - 15g Vegetables and Fruits - For most small birds, Harrison's suggests offering 20% fresh, nutrient-dense, organic vegetables and sprouts. - See individual species for specific suggested items.- Use of a gram scale is encouraged. Omega 3 - Harrison's suggests a maximum of 10% of the daily diet be made up of rich sources of omega 3 items (organic chia, flax, hemp seeds etc. as well as certain nuts high in omega 3)- Use of a gram scale is encouraged. Additional Needs - The importance of exercise in pet birds cannot be understated. Learn more about ways for your bird to exercise.- Some bird species require regular access to direct sunlight for optimal health.- Life enrichment, ie; foraging activities, puzzle toys, frequent social interaction and other enrichment methods are necessary to keep most pet birds healthy and happy. A lonely, bored pet bird is more susceptible to illness than a busy, active bird. 1 LB BAG
