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Q. How often and how much should I feed my poultry hens each day?
A. Poultry should always have food available to them and they will eat what they require. If you're trying to minimize feed waste and don't want to put too much food that gets fouled then one idea is to put in a measured amount and then come back after one day and measure what's left. If you put 2kg and 1kg is left, then 1kg of feed is required per day.
I also managed to find this bit of information online. "A well-known ballpark figure for estimating purpose is 1/4 pound (114 grams) of feed per chicken per day"
Q. Hi, I'm after a chicken feed which is high in omega 3, something with flax seed. Do you have anything like that?
A. The best feed for high omega 3 is Omega Show Poultry Layer Pellets 15kg which is high in omega 3,6 and 9. http://www.petandgarden.com.au/poultry/poultry-foo...
Or another option is to supplement your hen's diet with flax/linseed seed which we also sell. http://www.petandgarden.com.au/poultry/poultry-food/poultry-supplements.html
Q. I'm feeding my poultry organic layer pellets and kitchen scraps. Do I still need to feed them shell grit?
A. Chickens that are fed processed feeds like layer pellets do not need to be fed shell grit. Shell grit is only required for birds that are fed grains of other hard substances. The grit is needed here to help grind up the grains and make it digestible. Also, birds that free range usually pick up the natural grit they need. However, it's still suggested to give your hens some shell grit occasionally just to be on the safe side and for some variety.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What sort of timber are your coops made from and what are they treated with? Also wondering where the material is sourced from?
A. These coops are made from Chinese Fir timber (a kind of timber which is plentiful in China) which according to the manufacturer is treated with a water-based eco-friendly lacquer. The answer relates only to the EP-3033, EP-313 and EP-309 coops.
Q. I would like to use one of these coops for rabbits, is the weatherproofing lacquer animal safe?
A. According to the manufacturer these coops include an animal safe lacquer. The same type of lacquer used on our timber rabbit hutches.
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Q. What do you suggest to treat scales on chicken legs?
A. These scales are caused by mites, so something that treats or prevents mites in poultry would help. Some suggestions are Pestene Powder, Poultry Dust, Diatomaceous Earth, Maldison 50 etc.
Disclaimer: always these use products as directed by information on the bottle.
Q. Is there any age restrictions for buying poultry at your store?
A. Apparently, the minimum age for all pets in NSW is 16 years of age except for Dogs and Cats where the minimum age is 18. If you are under 16 you will need to be accompanied by an adult to purchase a Pet.
Q. Do you sell fertilized poultry eggs?
A. Our Enfield store sells fertilized eggs occasionally but it's best to call the store on 02 97475713 in advance before arriving. The store usually needs a few day's notice to get the eggs in.
Virkon S is the premier broad spectrum virucidal veterinary disinfectant and is recognised by industry and governments worldwide as a disinfectant of choice for livestock disease prevention and control. Highly effective against 65 strains of virus in over 19 viral families, 400 strains of bacteria & 100 strains of fungi.
Ideal for re-establishing natural gut flora after infections, diarrhoea, stress, and the use of antibiotics. Aids in the establishment of gastrointestinal micro flora in dogs, cats, caged birds and poultry chicks. A concentrated water-soluble blend with 7 live microbes for use in drinking water or in addition to food.
Diatomite fines are the perfect diatomaceous earth product for stock feed supplementation. Has been used for many years by the poultry industry. Diatomite fines have also had a long and successful history of use with cattle, sheep, goats and alpacas as well as cats and dogs.
The Chooktred is an Australian-made and waterproof poultry feeder that opens when a chook stands on a metal platform. This special design, together with Its anti-flick grill will drastically reduce feed waste over conventional feeders. Fits 14kg of pellets. See video in product description.
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This bowl can be connected to a hose (with the right connection) to provide a continuous water supply to your livestock or pets. Once the water bowl is full a flotation device rises, closing off the valve so no more water can enter.
Currently unavailable. Please see the alternative below.
Provide your chickens with a continuous water source. Available in 3 & 9 litre size.
A nicely made ventilated nest box. All galvanised steel and UV-resistant plastic. The box is a generous 30cm square, with a height of 49cm overall. Swinging plastic curtains give cosy feel inside that poultry prefer for laying. The inside floor features an easily removed soft plastic mat.
Transform a standard bucket or PVC pipe into a poultry watering device. Keeps water clean and can help prevent disease. Each nipple accommodates up to 4 birds. Vertical mounting/gravity feed only. Easy to install.
A stainless steel automatic water bowl with a removable drainage plug for cleaning purposes.
For the treatment of Thread Worm, Tapeworm, Roundworm and Caecal worm in Pigeons and Bantams.
This poultryfeeder is made of galvanised sheet metal and is ideal for compact coops up to a maximum of 5 birds. Because of the wide opening it can also be used for ducks and geese.
A small push-operated drip nipple with 1/8” NPT thread. Suitable for installation using the pipe saddles on this page. Very light action, closed by water pressure only. No spring or O-ring. Length 34mm o.a.
Neem leaf is well known for its antibacterial, anti-fungal and insecticidal properties The powerful properties of powdered Neem leaf will help reduce the risk of mite and lice infestation, skin conditions and disease in poultry.
Gamebird Maintenance MP is a medium density food formulated to be fed to adult birds to maintain good health and condition without excessive weight gain.
A small push-operated water nipple with 1/8” NPT. Suitable for installation in any square or round metal or plastic pipes. Very light action, closed by water pressure only. No spring or O-ring. Length 4cm o.a.
Bono Fido Henny House Large. Suits 6 to 8 chickens, according to manufacturer. More information coming soon.
Barastoc Top Layer Mash is a complete feed containing whole and crushed grains, for laying hens in a home flock. High protein at 16.5%.
A premium poultry feed pellet with 17% protein to help facilitate egg-laying in laying Laying Hens, Ducks, Geese, Quail, Pheasant, Breeding Poultry, Show Poultry. A thin cut pellet for increased palatability.
A fully automatic & compact incubator suitable for 18 poultry eggs or more smaller eggs. Comes with a transparent sidewall for viewing hatching chicks. Flexible egg racks suitable for different sizes of eggs.
Crooked Lane Seaweed Meal is 100% Ascophyllum nodosum.Ascophyllum nodosum helps increase the utilization of all ingredients in the complete feed ration, beneficial for the overall health and performance of animals.
See below for Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth!