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Vetafarm Ectotherm Shedding Mist has been designed to aid snakes and lizards during the natural process of shedding. With a unique blend of cosmeceuticals, Shedding Mist hydrates and softens old skin easing the shedding process, while conditioning the new skin to leave it with a healthy shine.

Snakes and lizards will periodically shed their skin; this is commonly referred to as sloughing. As juveniles they shed more frequently and this process becomes less frequent as they age. Snakes tend to shed in one complete piece while lizards tend to shed in patches. 

Shedding Mist is non-toxic and completely safe for reptiles, their water and handling.

Directions for use:
Shake well before use.
Lightly spray your reptile with Shedding Mist once daily while shedding.

*Poor nutrition may negatively impact the sloughing process. If your reptile experiences ongoing shedding issues, consult your veterinarian for advice.

• Total small bird nutrition in a highly digestible extruded crumble.
• Contains the balanced nutrition necessary for finches, canaries and budgies.
• Eliminates seed and hull waste leaving aviaries and cages cleaner.
• Promotes better feathering and colouration.
• High energy/protein ration and balanced amino acid profiles for better growth.
• Improves fertility and chick rearing.Birds develop better body condition.

Directions:
For conversion from seed if gradual, mix 50:50 seed to crumbles. Allow all seed to be eaten before adding more mix. Birds should be consuming the crumbles within 3-4 days. Once crumbles are being eaten, eliminate seed.

Conversion may be sudden, simply remove all seed and replace with crumbles. Ensure familiar feed dishes and feeding locations are retained. Birds may appear fluffed for 2-3 days while their systems adjust but should return to normal within a week.

For soft feeding add hot water to a small amount of crumbles, stir and supply in place of normal soft foods. As birds take to this food, decrease the water added and begin reducing the amount of seed supplied. Birds will convert shortly.

Water must be available at all times as birds on Finch Crumbles consume more water than seed eating birds. (Allow for extra water consumption when using in-water medications).

Pack sizes: 450g, 2kg, 10kg

Formulated by veterinarians and made with fresh Australian ingredients, Vetafarm’s Forest Fusion Lorikeet diet has been developed with NO artificial colours, NO refined sugars and NO by-products. Instead our vets and nutritionists used wholesome foods that include naturally low GI carbohydrates along with real, delicious dates, bee pollen and blueberry extract, achieving a natural sweetness and amazing taste for lorikeets.

Recommended for: Australian and exotic Loris/Lorikeets

Key features: NO artificial colours, NO refined sugars and NO by-products. Made with real, delicious dates, bee pollen and blueberry extract, achieving a natural sweetness and amazing taste for lorikeets.

Directions:

Make freely available as your birds primary diet. Forest Fusion Lorikeet may be fed dry, direct out of the packet or as a wet mix by adding a small amount of water.

Wet Mix: A wet mix can be achieved by adding warm water to the powder and mixing thoroughly with a fork. You can mix to any consistency you desire but Vetafarm recommends a mix of 1 heaped teaspoon of Forest Fusion Lorikeet with 10 teaspoons of hot water. Mix well with a fork and change every 24hrs.

Forest Fusion Lorikeet is designed as a complete diet when fed at 80% of the total diet.

Converting Lorikeets: We use the natural deliciousness of dates, bee pollen and blueberry to achieve an outstanding taste! However, as most commercial lorikeet diets contain large quantities of refined sugar, changing some birds from one of these diets may take a number of days.

• Stimulates breeding pairs of Insectivores/Omnivorous and balances the diet of young.
• Extrusion cooked for safety and digestibility.
• Used and recommended by Taronga Zoo.
• Designed to provide a supplemental feed for all insectivorous birds, including those requiring "live food".
• Complete live food replacement.

Internal parasites can cause serious health issues in poultry if not treated regularly. Laying Hen Wormout solution has been formulated to provide a simple in-water treatment for intestinal parasites in laying hens with no withholding period on eggs.

Laying Hen Wormout Solution provides simultaneous treatment of the sensitive strains of the three most important intestinal worms in laying hens: large roundworm (Ascaridia galli), caecal worm (Heterakis gallinae), and hairworm (Capillaria spp.).

Worms are typically transmitted from bird to bird through the fecal-oral route. This is where worm eggs are excreted in droppings and then ingested by birds that scratch and peck at the soil, litter, or droppings. Ingestion of infected earthworms, slugs and other secondary hosts can also spread parasitic worms.

The most common intestinal worms that infect laying hens include large roundworm, caecal worm and hairworm. Roundworms, are the largest worms affecting poultry. These worms can cause intestinal impaction and fatalities in severe cases. Hairworms are small, thread-like, and barely visible to the naked eye, even small burdens can be pathogenic and can be fatal quite quickly. Caecal worms are short and white with a pointed tail, their eggs may remain viable for months in the environment.

Signs of worm infection may include reduced appetite, weight loss, pale combs due to anaemia and intermittent diarrhoea. Egg production may drop, with smaller eggs, pale yolks and fragile shells. In severe cases, worms can cause impactions or blockages, damage the intestinal wall of poultry and may even interfere with the chicken’s ability to absorb nutrients.

Regular treatment (once every 3 months) provides parasite control to assist in the prevention of potential health problems associated with parasite infestation.

Vetafarm Laying Hen Wormout Solution provides simultaneous treatment of the sensitive strains of the three most important intestinal worms in laying hens: large roundworm (Ascaridia galli), caecal worm (Heterakis gallinae), and hairworm (Capillaria spp.).

Laying Hen Wormout Solution has no withholding period on eggs, meaning eggs are safe for consumption after treating hens.

Restraints: DO NOT USE less than 7 days before slaughter for human consumption.

Dosage and Administration:
 Do not treat in extremely hot weather due to increased water consumption.
Dilute Laying Hen Wormout Solution with drinking water at a rate of 50mL solution per L of water.
Repeat treatment once every three months (4 times per year).
For maximum efficiency against worms, the medicated drinking water must be consumed in the shortest possible time. Water should be withheld from the birds 2 hours before nightfall. Medicated water should be supplied the following morning. Replace the medicated water with fresh water as soon as it is all consumed or after 8 hours. Medicated water remaining at the end of the treatment period is to be discarded and containers flushed out with fresh water.

For best results with medicated drinking water:
1 Administer medicated drinking water in the drinkers that the birds are accustomed to using.
2 Avoid treating on cold or wet days when normal water consumption is reduced.

WITHHOLDING PERIOD:
Meat: DO NOT USE less than 7 days before slaughter for
human consumption.
Eggs: Zero (0) days

Ingredients: 16 mg/mL Levamisol

SAFETY DIRECTIONS:
Harmful if swallowed. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wash hands after use.
Expiry
16 months from the date of manufacture

Volume:  250mL;  500mL;  1L

• Multivet provides a balance of nutrients essential for the general health of birds, particularly those fed on seed diets.
• The amino acids in Multivet are essential for the normal and healthy development of feathers.
• Vitamins and proteinated minerals are included to ensure absorption in the gut. 

Multivet is best used daily in young birds up to and during their first moult, then every second day afterwards as an ongoing dietary supplement.

Directions:

Mix 0.5mL of Multivet with 150mL of clean drinking water and supply for 3-5 days each week or daily during the moult.

Vetafarm Nectar Pellets are a complete and low-sugar diet for loris and lorikeets.

Nectar pellets have been formulated to provide complete nutritional balance for growth, breeding, brain function and optimum feather development when fed as 80% of your birds diet. The remaining 20% of the diet should consist of a combination of fresh fruits and vegetables (15%) and selected treats such as nectar mixes (5%).

Directions:
Loris and lorikeets eat between 10-15% of their bodyweight in dry food per day. A 120g bodyweight lorikeet requires a minimum of 10g of nectar pellets per day.

Pack size: 350g, 2kg, 10kg

NEOCARE follows nature by providing a form of "crop milk", essential for the well being of incubated babies and is a great help in those you pull from the nest to hand rear.

NEOCARE is suitable for the species we commonly hand rear including parrots, cockatoos, finches, canaries, pigeons and doves.

Pack Weight: 450g; 2.5kg; 10kg

Nutricore provides exceptional nutritional balance, supporting optimal growth, feather development and immune function for baby birds. 

Ideal formula from hatching to weaning. 

Contains 13 vitamins and mineral, 9 strains of good bacteria and 7 digestive enzymes.

Veterinary formulated for optimal growth and development.

DIRECTIONS:

Please note: The below directions are a guide only. If babies' crops are emptying faster than normal, add slightly more Nutricore formula to your mix. If babies' crops are emptying slowly, slightly more water can be added for a thinner consistency.

IMPORTANT NOTES
Always ensure food is fed to babies at a temperature of between 38-41°C.
Never reuse a premixed batch of formula from a previous feed. Mix Nutricore fresh every feed.
Always ensure feeding utensils are thoroughly cleaned and sterilised between feeds.
Always weigh your babies at the beginning of each day before their first feed to ensure they are gaining weight. 
Always mix well to achieve a uniform consistency, cool to feeding temperature (38-41°C) and feed fresh to babies.

NEONATE FEEDING RECOMMENDATION (HATCHING TO DAY 5) 
Feed a combination of Spark Liquid and Synbiotic solution only, for the first 24 hours or until your baby passes the meconium (first dropping). After the first dropping, mix 1 heaped teaspoon of Nutricore with 5 teaspoons of hot, pre-boiled water to make a very thin solution, then feed this solution for the next 24 hours. This solution can be gradually thickened over the following 3 days until the Standard feeding dilution is achieved as outlined below.

STANDARD FEEDING RECOMMENDATION (BABIES OVER 5 DAYS) 
Mix 1 heaped teaspoon of Nutricore Hand Rearing Formula with 3 teaspoons of hot, pre-boiled water. This consistency will be used from day 5 through to when the bird weans onto an adult diet.

TRANSITION FEEDING  
A Nutricore mix of very thin consistency should be fed to babies for at least the first 24 hours when transitioning from another brand of formula or when pulling babies older than 5 days from the nest for hand raising. This is to ensure babies remain hydrated and allows a period for adjustment to the new diet. The recommendation for this transition period is 1 heaped teaspoon of Nutricore with 5 teaspoons of hot, pre-boiled water. 

Cleanliness and hygiene is incredibly important to the overall health of animals. Without a clean enclosure animals may fail to thrive.

Vetafarm Origins Hutch Clean has been developed to be a safe and effective way to clean hutches and remove any bacteria, fungi and viruses on contact. This liquid hospital grade disinfectant spray is tough on germs and gentle on pets.

Use as a safe and effective disinfectant cleanser for all situations that require a high level of hygiene, such as hutches, hospital cages and for disinfection of equipment.

Key features:

• Hospital B Grade disinfectant.
• Instantly kills bacteria, viruses and fungi on contact.
• Is effective in up to 20% organic matter – perfect for disinfection in dirty situations.

Directions:
Wash /Clean area to remove heavy organic matter, apply liberally and allow to dry naturally. Cages, pens, equipment, food containers and toys should be cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis.

Active Constituents: 1g/L Benzalkonium Chloride, 0.5g/L Sulfamic Acid

Pack Sizes: 500mL

Mites and lice can be irritating to small animals and severely impact their health.

Vetafarm Origins Insect & Mite spray offers instant control of pests on contact with an additional 6 week residual protection against reinfestation. It penetrates the coat to kill mites and lice in the fur and on the skin.

Directions for Use: 

(a) To control rabbit and rodent mite (Trixacarus caviae) and Lice (Anoplura spp.) spray directly onto animal by holding spray 30-40cm (12-16 in) from animal. Depending on animal size, use from 1 spray (mouse) to 10 sprays (rabbit).

(b) Environment: Spray animal environment thoroughly. One application should give up to 6 weeks protection.

Pack Sizes: 250mL;  500mL

• Designed by avian vets
• Reduces mess
• Reduces cost
• Balanced nutrition

Parrot B-Calm is a functional complete diet formulated by avian veterinarians that provides balanced nutrition and supports the reduction of stress and anxiety with natural ingredients.

Made with amino acid L-Tryptophan, a natural precursor for the synthesis of serotonin in the brain, Parrot B-Calm provides non-drowsy, non-sedative action balanced with fresh Australian whole grains, vitamins, minerals and turmeric to support your bird’s health and wellbeing.

• May assist in the management of stress and anxiety in companion parrots.
• Non-drowsy, non-sedative action making it great for natural, long term use.
• Functional complete diet for daily feeding, offering balanced nutrition to fulfill all core nutritional requirements.

• Veterinary formulated complete diet specifically designed for birds that are prone to anxiety.
• Provides optimum nutritional balance and L-tryptophan.

• Store in a dry area below 30°C
2 years from date of manufacture.
  

Directions for Use:
Parrot B-Calm is designed to be fed at a rate of 80% of your parrots total diet, with the remaining 20% to be primarily fresh fruit and vegetables to provide variety and enrichment.
Fresh water must always be available.

Parrots require a minimum of 10% of their bodyweight in pellets per day, for example:


90g Cockatiel: Requires a minimum 9g of pellets per day
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50g Sun Conure: Requires a minimum of 15g of pellets per day


300g Galah: Requires a minimum of 30g of pellets per day.

NOTE:
  Symptoms of avian anxiety and stress may include changes in vocalisation, feather destructive behaviour, aggression, pacing, head swinging, shaking, decreased appetite and hiding.
Time and care should be given to consider a bird’s environment and other potential stress/anxiety triggers that may require management in addition to feeding Parrot B-Calm.

Ingredients:
Whole grains (wheat, corn & soybean), L-tryptophan 0.5%, vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12, C, D3, E, H & K, choline) & minerals (calcium, cobalt, copper, iron, iodine, manganese & zinc), amino acids, vegetable oils and organic acids, turmeric and blueberry flavour.

Pack Weight:   350g;   2kg

A healthy and balanced diet is key to a successful breeding season. Breeding is a very nutrionally demanding time for birds, their bodies require increased nutrition to help stimulate breeding, lay fertile eggs and rear healthy chicks.

Some examples of key nutrients for breeding birds and their young are increased protein to stimulate breeding activity, calcium and Vitamin D3 for egg formation, egg laying and prevention of egg binding.


Pack Weight:  2Kg, 10Kg

Vetafarm Parrot Essentials consists of completely balanced extruded pellets suitable as a balanced diet for all parrots. The inclusion of 5% real fruit and 5% fresh nuts mixed through the pellets provides variety and is a great source of enrichment when compared to plain pellet diets.

Recommended for: All parrots, particularly pet birds

Also suitable for: Breeding parrots

Parrot Essentials is a complete diet; no additional dietary supplementation is necessary. If using Parrot Essentials for exotic breeding pairs, additional calcium source such as D Nutrical is a welcome addition. Fruits and vegetables should be given as behavioural enrichment.

Other features:

• Formulated by avian vets with fresh Australian produce for optimum nutritional balance.
• Naturally irresistible, blueberry flavoured pellets, a pinch of real fruit and almond chips
• No artificial colours.
• Balanced and complete with vitamins, minerals, amino acids and essential oils.

SIZES: 350g; 2kg; 10kg