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What is the Crop of a Bird?

Learning about the Bird's Crop

The crop is an extremely useful tool for avian veterinarians and owners for assessing when the bird last ate and the function of the digestive system.

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When will my baby bird start weaning from hand-feeding to adult food?

Bird Weaning

When you begin to notice your baby bird is picking things up then you can begin to introduce adult food to the bird. As you see the baby is eating the adult food you will begin to cut back on the amount of hand feeding formula being offered.

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Are the colors in your products all natural?

Product Colors

The colors used in Kaytee products are not all natural. We use FDA approved colors that are approved for use in foods.

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How do I convert my bird from a seed based diet to a processed food like Kaytee exact or Kaytee exact Rainbow?

Convert to Processed Food

When introducing your pet bird to a new food, avoid sudden changes of diet to prevent digestive upsets.

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Can I feed my bird a product formulated for a different bird?

Feed Different Foods

We recommend feeding your bird or small animal a food that has been scientifically-formulated for your particular bird or animal.

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Can I feed my bird or small animal a product formulated for a different bird or small animal?

Feed Different Foods

We recommend feeding your bird or small animal a food that has been scientifically-formulated for your particular bird or animal.

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Where can I find Kaytee pet products?

Find Kaytee Products

Kaytee wild bird food, small animal food and pet bird foods and treats can be located at fine professional pet retail stores near you.

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How do you hand feed a baby pet bird?

Hand Feeding a Baby Pet Bird

If you have no experience hand feeding baby birds, we recommend contacting a professional breeder or pet store that has an experienced hand feeder to assist you.

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Peanut Allergies - Do you have a food that is free of peanuts and/or tree nuts?

Nut Allergies

Peanuts and tree nuts are typical ingredients for bird foods and a common ingredient for pet bird and small animal treats.

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Are there any nutritional differences between the colored pieces in the Kaytee exact Rainbow diets?

Nutritional Differences

The different colored pieces are formulated to have the same nutrition in each bite so if your companion pet only likes the heart piece they will not be missing out on any nutritional benefits.

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Do you have any weaning tips?

Weaning Tips

Weaning is a natural process, but is often the most difficult time in a young bird's life because it is learning to eat as an adult and become self-sufficient.

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