Kaytee Exact Handfeeding Formula for Baby Birds 5-lb

The Kaytee Exact Hand Feeding Formula, a premier Kaytee Bird Food, is a trusted choice for professional breeders and veterinarians worldwide. This high-nutrient best bird food promotes growth, weaning, and vibrant plumage in baby birds. Packed with probiotics for healthy gut flora and digestive enzymes for optimal nutrient absorption, it supports a healthy crop and reduces weaning issues. Compatible with Kaytee Conversion and Adult Diets, this formula ensures smooth transitions and robust development for young birds.

Ground Corn, Ground Wheat, Corn Gluten Meal, Ground Oat Groats, Wheat Middlings, Soybean Oil, Dried Whole Egg, Soy Protein Isolate, Dried Molasses Beet Pulp, Soybean Meal, Ground Flax Seed (Source of Omega-3), Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Lysine, Wheat Germ Meal, Brewers Dried Yeast, Vitamin A Supplement, Salt, L-Arginine, Fructooligosaccharide, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Potassium Chloride, Yeast Extract, Propionic Acid (Preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Source of Vitamin K activity), Niacin, Rosemary Extract, Citric Acid, Ethoxyquin (Preservative), Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Cholecalciferol (Source of Vitamin D3), Folic Acid, Beta-Carotene, Calcium Iodate, Biotin, Cobalt Carbonate, Sodium Selenite, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product.

Guaranteed Analysis:

• Crude Protein (min.): 22.0%
• Crude Fat (min.): 9.0%
• Crude Fiber (max.): 5.0%
• Moisture (max.): 10.0%
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids (min.): 0.5%
• Total Bacillus Species (min.): 250,000 CFU/g
• (B. licheniformis, B. subtilis) CFU – Colony Forming Units

• Never reuse mixed formula to avoid bacterial growth and spoilage risks.
• Only use clean, disinfected feeding tools to prevent cross-contamination between chicks.
• Allow the chick’s crop to empty before the next feeding to avoid impaction or sour crop.
• Do not add additional vitamins or mineral supplements, as the formula is already balanced.
• Avoid sudden changes from previous diets; transition slowly if switching from another brand to prevent digestive upset.

• Always prepare fresh formula for each feeding and discard unused portions right after use.
• Mix the formula with warm, clean water, ensuring a smooth and lump-free consistency.
• Feed the chick using a clean, sanitized syringe, spoon, or tube, observing the bird’s natural feeding response throughout the process.
• Ensure cleanliness by sanitizing all tools and changing bedding after every meal to prevent disease.
• Begin gradual weaning by offering solid food such as pellets when the chick displays exploratory behavior, reducing handfeeding as solid intake increases.