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Supplies needed to handfeed lovebird
Use Kaytee Exact handfeeding formula which is available at your local pet store and you also need a syringe. If you cant find these in stores then order them online. Handfeeding formula is powder so yes you need to add water.
You can also use RoudyBush handfeeding formula.
Handfeeding formula cost from $5 - $10 depending on size and brand.
Syringe cost from $3 - $6 depending on the size.
How I prepare my handfeeding formula
Step 1: I heat water in microwave for 35 seconds
Step 2: I grab a paper plate and pour some formula powder onto one side
Step 3: I clean the syringe with hot water
Step 4: I pour water onto the powder. The amount of water depends how old the lovebird is. If it gets older you need to make it thicker. If the chick is too young then you need to make it a little watery.
Step 5: I mix powder and water together with a fork for less than 30 seconds
Step 6: I let it sit in the paper plate if its too hot
Step 7: I take the clean syringe and suck up the formula. For me i fill up the syringe.
If your formula is to thick you need to put the formula into the big hole.
Step 8: I am now ready to feed my lovebirds. I also grab paper towel in case of a mess.
****I feed my chick in a small tray with paper towels underneath****
****The hours of feeding is determined by age (not posted yet)****
Feeding my lovebird chicks
When i feed my lovebird i take them into a small clean tray with paper towel underneath.
They start opening there mouth but sometimes they dont. That means they are not hungry or their just not trained yet.
You need to introduce them to the formula and make them get use to it.
My 3 week old lovebird i fed till her crop was half full and she still wanted more. She has good and easy digestive system so when she eats, she poops.
Remember not to let the syringe with formula inside have air bubbles.
Dont point the syringe straight and toward its mouth. Always point syringe on the side and dont force it in.
Always release the formula slowly, if you do it too fast they will choke and start spitting back out the formula. So that is a waste.
Always wipe the beak clean if their is formula, because it will dry up fast.
Zupreem
I trust and use Zupreem. After the weaning process of my lovebirds i give them Zupreem Veggies. Yes they are pellets and you can find these at your local pet store or online!
These pellets varies from different size according what type of birds you have.
***You can also buy FruitBlend flavor which contains fruit and many more~!
Weight of baby lovebird
Make sure to check on there weight if they are gaining. If they are losing weight then you need to feed it more or it's probably sick. I never did have a lovebird that lost weight. Right now I have healthy lovebirds that are gaining weight everyday and becoming more healthy each week.
Youtube questions & frequently asked
A: Is it true that if you touch the birds egg it will be infertile?
Q: It is not true but dont let the parent bird see that your touching the egg.
A: How do you feed a small baby lovebird?
Q: Feed it formula and dont make it thick, if the bird is in the 1st week you need to feed it every 2 hours.
Q: How long do you have to handfeed them?
A: You need to handfeed them till they are weaned and start eating seed. You can give them millet spray first then seed after.
Q: Can i breed Fischers and Opaline together?
A: No, dont make hybrid.
Q: How much does lovebird cost?
A: The cost would be from $20 and up
Q: When can i pull out the baby lovebirds?
A: 3 weeks or 4 weeks depending on condition.
Q: Can i breed peachfaced and opaline?
A: Yes you can.
Q: What is a split opaline?
A: Split means it is a male opaline that is half peachfaced and half opaline, FEMALE is never a split. Always keep the male if you want more opaline babys because a half peachfaced and half opaline female doesnt carry the opaline genes. Only a male can!
Q: Where is the best place to buy a lovebird?
A: A breeder and a clean&healthy pet store.
Q: What can I feed my baby lovebird?
A: Kaytee HF formula or Roudybush.
Q: Are lovebirds noisy?
A: Yes but worth it.
Q: Why do i have 10 eggs?
A: You have 2 females
Q: Why is lovebird egg infertile?
A: You need to give them vitamins and breeding food & healthy diet
Q: How long does it take the eggs to hatch?
A: 23 days
Q: How many clutch of eggs can a female lovebird have?
A: 5-6 clutches
Q: If i am having trouble with handfeeding or need more info can i depend on you?
A: Yes and i mean sure you can always depend on me
Q: Is a female breeder territorial?
A: Yes
Q: Is Kaytee Exact HF formula toxic as of today?
A: No, they removed the preservative toxic inside
Q: Is the pelvis accurate in finding the gender of a lovebird?
A: No it is not and its only 70% correct
Q: What is the best seed diet i can buy?
A: Harrison's bird food or ZuPreem
Q: What if my female lovebirds pelvis is swollen?
A: It is caused by stress or a egg is stuck which can cause death
Q: What is the youngest i can breed my lovebird?
A: 8months to 1 year
More coming soon or you can submit questions.
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