  Animal Care - Avian Diet - Birds & Beans |
 Feeding Our Feathered Companions by Laurie Did you know that poor nutriton is the leading cause of of Avian disease? Here are some of the results of not feeding Birds properly.  Poor feather quality Hypocalcemia (low calcium) Egg binding Rickets Osteomalacia Goiter Hyperthyroidism Obesity Fatty Liver Syndrome Starvation Respiratory infections Sinusitis Gout Renal/Kidney failure DeathDeficiencies in needed nutrients prevent the body from fighting off potentially harmful problems. The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies are vitamins A and D3, and Calcium. Deficiencies in these vitamins and minerals result in: Soft-shelled eggs Reduced egg production Reduced hatchability Retarded Growth Bone Deformities Poor PlumageHow do we avoid all of this? Basic Psittacine NutritionIn order to feed our birds a healthy, balanced diet, we need to understand just what that means. We'll start with some of the fundamentals of nutrition necessary to maintain optimum health.The 6 Basic Nutrients Protein-Essential Amino Acids Carbohydrates-simple sugars, starches, non-digestible fiber Fats-oils and lipids Vitamins-water and fat soluble Minerals-macro and micro WaterThe Four Basic Food Groups Grains Fruits and vegetables Meat and Legumes DairyAs you can see, the basic guidelines for humans, applies to our feathered friends. A diet consisting of balanced portions of these things will be the basis of good nutrition. How do we know this? And how do we get Companion Birds on a diet that is nutritious? Let's go on to find out >> The Birds and the Beans Yesterday and Today Lauries Bean Mix Conversion Strategies |
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