Harrison’s Bird Foods High Potency Coarse—Maximum Nutritional Formula for Medium to Large Birds, Certified Organic Non-GMO Pet Bird Food, Vet-Developed, Suitable for All Life Stages, 2.27 kg/ 5 lb

Product description

High Potency Coarse

HARRISON’S BIRD FOODS High Potency Coarse

Harrison’s Bird Foods High Potency Coarse is a nutrient-dense, certified organic bird food that is specially formulated for medium to large parrots. This premium food blend includes organic, non-GMO whole grains and legumes, enriched with naturally occurring vitamins and minerals, ensuring maximum nutrition for your feathered friend. Balanced Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids promote overall health, longevity, and vitality, supporting birds in every life stage. The High Potency Coarse formula is ideal for cockatoos, large conures, African greys, macaws, eclectus, and pionus, making it a year-round diet for your pet. The coarse nuggets encourage healthy chewing and grinding, which benefits the bird’s natural digestion process. Formulated by avian veterinarians and nutritionists, this bird food supports healthy feathers, strong immune systems, and increased energy levels. It’s free from artificial preservatives, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, providing your bird with natural ingredients that mimic its wild diet. For a smooth dietary transition, it’s recommended to keep your bird on High Potency Coarse for at least six months before switching to the Adult Lifetime Formula, provided your bird isn’t molting, breeding, or recovering from illness. Regular consultation with an avian veterinarian ensures that your bird’s specific dietary needs are met. Nutritional Analysis: Crude Protein (min.) 18% Crude Fat (min.) 15% Crude Fiber (max.) 6.5% Moisture (max.) 10% Omega 3 fatty acids (min.) 0.24% Omega 6 fatty acids (min.) 4.4% By feeding your bird Harrison’s High Potency Coarse, you’re providing it with a high-quality, natural food source that contributes to a longer, healthier, and happier life. Harrison’s Bird Foods is the trusted brand, recommended by avian veterinarians to meet the unique dietary needs of pet birds, ensuring they thrive.

USES

Harrison’s Bird Foods High Potency Coarse is ideal for medium to large parrots and provides a complete diet for birds with various needs: Conversion: Birds should start on High Potency Formula and remain on it for at least 6 months for excellent health. Special Needs: Ideal for birds that are molting, underweight, overweight, recovering from illness, particularly active, or housed in cold climates. Breeding Birds: All breeding birds should be fed the High Potency Formula for maximum health support. Weaning Birds: Recommended for 6-9 months after weaning to ensure proper growth and development. This high-potency formula is designed to meet the nutritional demands of growing, active, and breeding birds while supporting overall health.

Converting to Harrison’s

Transitioning to Harrison’s Bird Foods should be done gradually, with the guidance of an avian veterinarian. To ensure a smooth conversion: Mix Harrison’s with your bird’s present food and observe its acceptance. Gradual Increase: Over four weeks, increase the amount of Harrison’s by 25% each week while reducing the previous food by 25%. Encouragement: Scatter Harrison’s nuggets on white paper or a mirror to encourage feeding. Consultation: Seek advice from an avian veterinarian before any diet change and annually thereafter. This gradual approach will help your bird adjust to the new diet while maintaining optimal health.

Storage and Shelf Life

To maintain the freshness and nutritional integrity of Harrison’s Bird Foods without preservatives, follow these storage tips: Seal Properly: Squeeze air out of the bag and zip it shut or fold the top and secure it with a clip. Keep Original Packaging: Always store the food in its original bag to prohibit contamination. Use Within 8 Weeks: Once opened, consume the food within 8 weeks for the ideal quality. Refrigeration/Freezing: After opening, refrigeration or freezing helps maintain freshness. Purchase in Original Packaging: Only buy Harrison’s in its original packaging to ensure quality. These steps will help preserve the food’s freshness and ensure your bird receives the optimum nutrition possible.

Additional concerns

Balanced Diet for Your Bird

For a balanced diet, your bird’s daily food intake should consist of: 75-80% Harrison’s Bird Foods (High Potency Coarse) 15-20% Organic Vegetables & Fruits such as dark leafy greens (e.g., spinach, parsley) and yellow vegetables (e.g., sweet potatoes, carrots, broccoli). 5% Omega-Rich Seeds & Nuts, including flax, chia, perilla, or JUMPSTART Omega. Refrain from offering additional vitamins unless directed by an avian veterinarian, as over-supplementing can be harmful. Do not mix other formulated diets with Harrison’s, as this may lessen the food’s benefits and nutritional benefits.

Exercise for Your Bird

Exercise is vital for maintaining a bird’s overall health, especially in preventing diseases like atherosclerosis, which affects many captive parrots as they age. Ways to ensure your bird gets exercise include: Free Flying: Ideally, allow your bird to fly freely (with supervision), but this comes with risks like escape or injury. Spacious Enclosure: A large enclosure promotes movement and exercise. Harness or Leash: With supervision, use a bird harness to allow outdoor time. Ladders and Perches: Place these inside the enclosure to encourage climbing and movement. Environmental Enrichment: Include toys, swings, and activities that encourage physical activity. Daily exercise is essential for your bird’s physical and mental health, so provide opportunities for movement.

Sunlight for Your Bird

Sunlight is crucial for vitamin D activation, aiding in calcium absorption and overall health. For birds like African greys, exposure to natural sunlight is vital for bone health. Here are ways to ensure your bird gets enough sunlight: Outdoor Time: Place the bird’s cage outside for short periods in direct sunlight, with access to shade if needed. Indoor Setup: A cage in front of a sunny window does not provide the same benefits due to the glass obstructing UV rays. UV Lamps: In areas with limited natural sunlight, use special UVA and UVB lamps to simulate the effects of the sun and ensure your bird gets the necessary UV exposure for health. Sunlight is essential for your bird’s well-being, so ensure it gets sufficient access to sunlight, either naturally or through UV lamps.

Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11 x 3 x 13 inches; 5 pounds
Item model number ‏ : ‎ HBDHP5
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ January 18, 2005
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Harrison’s Bird Foods
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0007LDX8I
Best Sellers Rank: #2,504 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #28 in Bird Food
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FOR MEDIUM TO LARGE BIRDS: Harrison’s High Potency Coarse is designed for medium to large birds, offering organic, non-GMO grains and legumes, plus balanced Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids. Excellent for parrots like cockatoos and macaws!
CERTIFIED ORGANIC EXCELLENCE: Made with certified organic ingredients, Harrison’s formula offers balanced Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids and essential nutrients. It’s veterinarian-recommended for complete, high-quality nutrition for your bird.
YEAR-ROUND WELL-BEING: This food is ideal for year-round feeding of cockatoos, conures, and macaws, with balanced Omega fatty acids supporting longevity and happiness. Keep your bird healthy and thriving all year long!
HUMAN-GRADE INGREDIENTS: We use only human-grade ingredients in Harrison’s bird food, ensuring your bird gets the purest diet without harmful pesticides. No bleaching or over-processing, just wholesome food your bird will love!
HIGH POTENCY COARSE FORMULA: Harrison’s High Potency Coarse is ideal for medium to large parrots like cockatoos and macaws. After 6 months, consult your vet to adjust the diet based on your bird’s health needs and activity level.