Polly's Organic Chop Sprinkle 400g - Topper

Top it, Mix it! 

A powerful health punch of essential fatty acids to complement your bird’s diet. This special seed topper helps promote your bird’s health and well-being by providing a generous amount of antioxidant-rich vitamin E, energy-fuelling magnesium, and heart-healthy omega-3-6 fatty acids. It is a great source of plant-based protein and is high in fibre to support gut health.  

• Blend of omega fatty acids 
• Naturally occurring vitamins, minerals, fibre for your bird's added nourishment
• Made with premium quality, soil association certified, organic ingredients

Stir up a wholesome meal for your bird!

The F-word:  Fats are a good thing!

By Dr Jason Crean (Paragraph from an article from Parrot's Fine Cuisine and Nutritional Guide Cookbook)

Essential Fatty Acids are often referred to as the “good” fats and avian requirements are substantial though all fats serve a vital purpose in the diet.  EFAs are critical for normal reproduction, feather production and a healthy immune system.  Animals require these fats to properly absorb vitamins like A, D, K, and E.  

 A deficiency in Omega-3’s may cause stunted growth, issues with vision impairment and motor incoordination, and immune dysfunction as discussed above. Omega-6 (linoleic) fatty acids are a bit more readily available in the diet as our birds can easily obtain a sufficient amount in seeds, grains and some nuts. 

These fatty acids are required for healthy skin and strong feathers, normal reproduction, and maintaining normal organ function.  Deficiencies in these fats may lead to a failure to gain weight, degeneration of liver and kidneys, behavioral disturbances, inability of wounds to heal sufficiently, infertility, poor or abnormal feather development and dry, scaly skin. It’s all about balance when it comes to Omega-3’s and Omega-6’s. 

Composition:  

Black Sesame Seeds* | Natural Sesame Seeds* | Brown Linseeds* | Golden Linseeds*| Hulled Millet* | Raw Buckwheat* | Shelled Hemp Seeds* | Sunflower Seeds* | Pumpkin Seeds* | Dried Carrots* | Jumbo Porridge Oats* | Freeze Dried Sunflower Petals (non-organic)|

 *organic 

How to use:

Sprinkle the seed topper over your bird's fresh food or mix it with your bird's seed/dry mix. Serve only a small amount daily according to your bird's size as part of a healthy balanced diet. This blend is not a replacement for your bird's regular seed mix and should only be considered as a supplement to your bird's diverse diet. Please follow the serving guidance. 

Serving: 

Small birds - 1-2 tsp

Medium size birds - 1/2 - 1 tbsp

Large birds - 2 tbsp

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place in an air tight container to preserve freshness. 

This blend is a pet product which is intended for supplemental feeding only. It is not intended for human consumption.