Collection: Bird Medications & Supplements

Passwell Factor Red is concentrated powder used to enhance the plumage colour of Red Factor Canaries, Red Siskins, Flamingoes and other species of birds that require dietary canthaxanthin to maintain feather colour.

Key Features

• Contains a minimum 10% Canthaxanthin in concentrated powder form.
• More cost-effective than pre-diluted liquid preparations.
• Can be added to drinking water, in soft food or pelleted diets.

Active Ingredient

Pack Sizes

 25g, 50g, 100g & 1kg packs.

Directions

Dissolve in water to make a stock solution, which is then further diluted with drinking water or mixed with soft food.

To Make Stock Solution

For 1 Litre of Stock Solution: Add 25g Factor Red powder to 1 litre of  boiling water.

Add half the water (500ml) to the power first and mix until dissolved. Then add the remaining 500ml of boiling water and mix thoroughly.

Store stock solution in the refrigerator.

For Use in Drinking Water

Supply before and during moult periods. Dilute 50ml of stock solution with 950ml boiling water to make 1 litre of drinking water. Allow to cool, before offering to birds. Make fresh daily.

For Use in Soft Food

Feed throughout the year. Add to soft foods such as Passwell Egg & Biscuit and Passwell Finch Soft Food. Thoroughly mix 5ml (1 teaspoon) of stock solution per 100g of soft food offered. Prepare fresh daily.

First Aid for Birds provides emergency nutrition for critically sick or orphaned birds.

Key Features

• An instant energy, high protein boost for all sick birds.
• Highly digestible amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins & minerals for quick absorption.
• Invaluable assist-feeding formula for orphaned or injured birds.

Ingredients

Glucose, maltodextrin, Albumen, hydrolysed casein, vegetable oils, omega-3 & 6 fatty acids, vitamins A, B₁,B₂,B₆, B₁₂,C,D₃,E,K, nicotinamide, pantothenic acid, biotin, folic acid, choline, inositol, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium

Analysis

Ensure that sick or injured birds are kept in a quiet and warm environment (approximately 28ºC).

Birds should be treated for hypothermia, dehydration and shock before attempted to being fed. Seek veterinary advice.

Directions

• Mix 6g (2 heaped teaspoons) of First Aid with 10mL of pre-boiled water heated to about 50°C
• Do not use immediately. Allow mixture to stand for 2 minutes to absorb all the water
• If too thick, reheat and add a little more water
• Feed First Aid at 35°C using a spoon or syringe
• Take care not to introduce food into the bird's windpipe
• Prepare First Aid fresh each time and feed until the bird recovers enough to eat its normal food.

Calcium and Vitamin D supplement to promote healthy egg formation and chick growth in birds.

Key Benefits

• Liquid Calcium and Vitamin D₃ for strong egg shell and bone growth.
• Essential minerals magnesium & manganese for egg production.
• Contains lutein, a natural egg-yolk anti-oxidant.
• Readily absorbable liquid, administered in water, food or orally.

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Active Ingredients

Liquid Gold supplies Calcium, Vitamin D₃, Magnesium, Manganese and Lutein in liquid form that can be added to drinking water, soaked seed or soft foods. Can also be administered orally to deficient birds.

Dosage

In Water: Mix 20mL of Liquid Gold per litre of drinking water.

In Food: Add 40mL of Liquid Gold per kg of soaked seed or soft food and mix well.

Individual bird dosage: 0.2mL per 100g body weight.

Note that both Calcium and Vitamin D₃ may be toxic to birds at high doses so it is not recommended to add Liquid Gold to food preparations which are already fortified with these nutrients.

Coccidia is a common, and sometimes deadly, parasite that infects the intestines of birds causing Coccidiosis.
Coccivet is a dual active, Coccidiosis treatment for use in pigeons and ornamental birds.
It is an in-water treatment that safely and effectively clears infection within 7 days.

Coccidiosis is a parasitic disease of the intestinal tract of birds caused by a protoan parasite known as Coccidia. Protozoa are transmitted through the faeces, where they can remain dormant in the environment for up to 12 months. During hot, damp conditions the protozoa become active and infect birds when ingested.
Coccidiosis can result in nutrient malabsorption, dehydration, and blood loss, and make the bird susceptible to secondary infections.

Coccivet is a safe and effective Coccidiosis treatment for use in pigeons and ornamental birds. With a dual active formulation Coccivet safely and efficiently clears infection over a 7-day course of treatment.

Coccivet has much better activity against parasites than sulphur treatments and may be prepared as a flock dose for large numbers of birds or singular and small aviary dose.When treating for coccidiosis it is important to thoroughly clean all aviaries and environments, using a disinfectant such as Vetafarm Avicare, at the same time to help prevent reinfection.

RESTRAINTS: NOT TO BE USED in food producing species of animals.

Flock dose rate: Mix 15mL of Coccivet in 10L of clean drinking water.

Small aviary and singular bird dose: mix 1 drop (0.05ml) per 30mL of clean drinking water.

Treat all birds continuously for 5 - 7 days. Remove all other sources of drinking water during treatment. Repeat treatment as required.

Storage

Store below 30°C (room temperature) Protect from light.

Expiry

2 years from date of manufacture

Ingredients 

80g/L Amprolium,

5.1g/L Ethopabate

A shot of electrolytes can be a life saver if your pet is sick or has heat stress.
Spark Liquid provides hydration and quick recovery with its specifically designed electrolyte formula. Spark Liquid is the perfect support in times of hot temperatures, illness, stress and transport.

Spark Liquid, formulated by veterinarians, is a fast and effective energy and electrolyte source to ensure optimum results for rehydration, replenishment and recovery.

An essential tool in times of extreme temperature, as a first aid supplement for sick, stressed or injured birds, and is also an invaluable tool for birds in transport or on show.

Why do we recommend Spark Liquid?

During times of heat stress (e.g. birds have their wings out, are mouth-breathing and are down on the ground) birds are undergoing changes in their body chemistry. Their blood pH is altering, their sodium and potassium levels are out of kilter and their fluid balance is incorrect. While we struggle to control the temperature, we must also help the birds return to normal as soon as possible – this is why we use electrolytes!

When we are talking about electrolytes - it is balance that is key. Not only do all body cells require electrolytes to function correctly, they require certain amounts of each type of electrolyte.

Along with the supplementation of electrolytes, Vetafarm Spark Liquid also includes vital carbohydrates that will greatly improve the recovery from stress, travelling, illness, and, of course, heat.

Broad spectrum antibiotics are an essential tool to have on hand when a bacterial infection is suspected but the group of bacteria is unknown or when infection with multiple groups of bacteria is suspected.

Triple C is a broad-spectrum antibiotic powder formulated for use in ornamental birds for bacterial infections. Used as an ideal “first line” antibiotic, Triple C is an easy to use powder that may be added to your birds food or water.

Intestinal parasites can cause serious health problems like malnutrition, weight loss, poor egg production and other issues. Just like humans, birds need regular worming.

Wormout Gel is used for total worm control in caged and aviary birds. It contains rapidly acting ingredients for a complete and safe kill of intestinal worms in an easy, in-water treatment or direct dose via a crop needle.

Wormout Gel effectively kills all intestinal worms including Thread Worm (Capillaria spp.), Tapeworm (Raillietina spp., Choanotaenia spp.), Roundworm (Ascaridia spp.), Caecal Worm (Heterakis gallinarum), Hook Worm (Acuaria spp.).

This in-drinking water treatment can be mixed with a small amount of orange juice for fussy drinkers or given via a direct crop needle dose.

Aristopet Bird Mite and Lice Spray plus Insect Growth Regulator controls avian mites, lice, biting insects, houseflies, mosquitoes, cockroaches and spiders found in the birds’ environment. Does not treat Scaly Face Mites.

• Low Toxicity
• Safe for Use
• Controls Bird Mites and Lice
• Provides Up to 6 Weeks of Protection

Contains Methoprene; preventing the growth of insects for up to 6 weeks

How to Use:
To control Avian Mite (Dermanyssus spp., Ornithonyssus spp.) and Lice (order Mallophaga): Before application remove all feed and water from the cage. Spray directly onto bird by holding spray 30 - 40cm from the bird. Avoid spraying in eyes, do not spray birds in confined spaces.

For the environment: Spray aviary, perches and nest boxes thoroughly, allow nest boxes to dry before using. One spray should give up to six weeks protection.

Active Ingredients:

• 1.25g/L Permethrin 25:75
• 6.25 g/L Piperonyl Butoxide
• 10mg/L S-Methoprene

APVMA Registration NO: 60061

For Animal Treatment Only

A broad spectrum antibiotic powder for the treatment of bacterial enteritis and diseases caused by tetracycline sensitive organisms in birds.

Easily added to your birds food or water.

Active Ingredients: 200g/kg Tetracycline hydrochloride (equivalent to 184.8g/Kg Tetracycline)

How to Use

APVMA Registration NO: 47295

For Animal Treatment Only

For the treatment of scaly face and scaly leg caused by the external parasite Cnemidocoptes pilae in budgerigars, canaries, finches and parrots.

Active Ingredients

APVMA Registration NO: 45336

For Animal Treatment Only

An extremely bitter tasting spray to aid in the prevention of undesirable feather picking habits in ornamental birds. Feather Picking is characterised by the loss or damage of feathers on the body and neck with normal feathers on the head.

Feather picking can be the result of many underlying causes including nutritional deficiencies, parasites (mites and lice), bacterial, fungal or viral infections, psychogenic problems such as boredom, stress, sexual frustration etc.

The underlying causes must be addressed to eliminate the problem. For example: remove environmental stress and in the case of boredom provide toys and entertainment when the bird is alone (radio or television).

If problem persists consult an avian veterinarian.

Active Ingredients

APVMA Registration NO: 47594

For Animal Treatment Only

Aristopet Sulphadim is formulated for the treatment of bacterial infections in ornamental birds including Enteritis, Caecal Coccidiosis, Pneumonia and White Scours.

NOT TO BE USED in food-producing birds.

Active Ingredients

APVMA Registration NO: 46781

For Animal Treatment Only

Aristopet Bird Wormer is indicated in the control and treatment of roundworms (Ascaridia spp.) in ornamental birds.

Roundworm infestation can be associated with weight loss, poor appetite, retarded growth, diarrhoea and severe debilitation.

Active Ingredients

APVMA Registration NO: 47065

For Animal Treatment Only

Aristopet Wormer Syrup for Ornamental Birds is indicated in the treatment of Threadworm (Capillaria spp.), Caecal worm (Heterakis spp.), Roundworm (Ascaridia spp.), Gapeworm (Syngamus spp.), Gizzard worm (Acuaria spp.), and Tapeworm (Raillietina spp.) in ornamental birds.

Easy to use, just add the recommended dose to your bird's water.

Active Ingredients

APVMA Registration NO: 51081

For Animal Treatment Only

A fortified insect food that improves the nutritional value of feeder insects such as crickets, woodies & mealworms.

Benefits of Insect Booster

• High in Calcium – To ensure a positive calcium to phosphorous ratio in feeder insects.
• More Effective – Compared to dusting insects with calcium powder.
• Supplies Essential Nutrients – Minerals, vitamins, amino acids (e.g. methionine), fatty acids (omega-3 & 6) and colour-enhancing carotenoids.

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Ingredients

Wheat pollard, calcium carbonate, soy & whey protein isolates, methionine, vegetable oils, omega-3 & omega-6 fatty acids, carotenoids, vitamins A, B₁ ,B₂ ,B₃ ,B₅ ,B₆ ,B₉ ,B₁₂ ,C, D₃, K, biotin, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium.

Analysis

Pack Sizes

 300g, 5kg & 20kg.

Crickets & Woodies: Feed Insect Booster as a dry powder in a shallow bowl or plate. For optimum results, supply as the sole food to insects for 2-5 days before feeding out to animals. Moisture should always be available to insects and can be supplied as a piece of wet sponge or other absorbent material to avoid drowning.

Mealworms: Make a 50/50 mixture of Insect Booster with wheat bran and use as the substrate in which the mealworms live

Complete food for rearing and supplementing insectivorous and carnivorous birds.
This includes magpies, kookaburras, birds of prey & seabirds.

Key Features

• High Protein – 52% protein which is the highest level of any commercial bird diet .
• Calcium for Bones– balances meat and egg food mixes.
• Ideal Live Food Replacer – replicates the nutrient content of an insect or whole prey diet.
• Low in Carbohydrates – no wheat, rice or cereal fillers.

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Also available with added yellow or red colour enhancers to  help prevent colour-fading in softbills.

Ingredients

Meat meal, fish meal, blood meal, whey protein, soy protein, vegetable oils, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, lysine, methionine, taurine, carotenoids, vitamins A, B₁, B₂, B₃, B₅, B₆, B₉, B₁₂, C, D₃, E, K, biotin, choline, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium, 1g/kg Actigen® dried yeast prebiotic.

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Pack Sizes

 250g, 1kg & 5kg.

Directions for Use

Prepared food may be stored refrigerated for a day or frozen for up to 2 weeks. Do not add extra vitamin, mineral or concentrated food supplements to these diets.

Meat Mix

Mix 10g (1 level scoop) of powder with 20g of minced meat or fish.

A little water may be necessary to moisten the preparation. Always use good quality meat as a base. Feed as a maintenance diet to magpies, ravens, kookaburras, frogmouths, raptors and seabirds.

Egg Mix

Mix 20g (2 level scoops) of powder with 1 large hard-boiled egg.

Mash the egg with a fork and then slowly add the powder to turn into a crumbly mass. Feed as a maintenance diet to small insectivores (e.g. wrens, robins), waders or to orphaned precocial chicks. Mix in live insects to encourage intake. Can also be used as a protein supplement for softbills, songbirds, breeding finches & parrots.

Moist Pellets

Mix 10g (2 level scoops) of powder with 12mL of warm water.

Slowly add the water and mix to a putty-like consistency. Break small pieces from the prepared mix and roll into pellets for feeding. Extra water should be offered by mouth when feeding pellets. Use as a rearing food for orphan magpies, ravens, kookaburras or frogmouths.

Liquid Slurry

Add 10g (1 level scoop) of powder with 15mL of warm water.

Slowly add water and mix to make a slurry. Let the mix stand for 2 minutes to absorb all the water. If too thick, add more water and continue mixing. Feed at about 30°C using a spoon or syringe and tube. Use as a force-feeding formula for sick birds or orphaned altricial chicks.

Raptors & Seabirds (Whole-body eaters)

Stuff 10g (1 level scoop) of powder per 100g of whole fish, rodent or day old chick.

Cavities may be stuffed by preparing as a slurry and using a syringe.

Easily prepared liquid food for nectar-eating birds and animals including lorikeets, honeyeaters and sugar gliders.

No weighing, no measuring, just add water and shake. 100gms makes 500ml

Ingredients

Sucrose, glucose, maltodextrin, whey protein, casein, vegetable oils, omega-3 & 6 fatty acids, carotenoids, vitamins A, B₁, B₂, B₃, B₅, B₆, B₉, B₁₂, C, D₃, E, K, biotin, choline, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium.

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Pack Size

100g makes 500mL of nectar.

Also available as Wombaroo Lorikeet & Honeyeater Food in 300g, 1.5kg, 4.5kg & 9kg packs

Directions

To make 500mL: Half fill bottle with warm water and shake to disperse powder. Then fill bottle with more water and shake. 

Store nectar in refrigerator for one day or freeze for upto one month. Freeze small portions in ice-cube trays and thaw-out as required. Do not re-freeze thawed nectar.

For added variety and flavour, make-up using half water and half fruit juice.

Feeding Captive Birds

Use Nectar Shake 'N' Make as a treat for captive lorikeets, lories & honeyeaters. Do not overfeed as this is wasteful and may cause obesity in captive birds. Birds should be offered fresh fruit and blossom daily.

Supplementing Wild Birds

Wombaroo Nectar Shake 'N' Make can be used as a supplement for attracting native birds into the garden. Set up an elevated feeding station on a pole or suspended from the branch of a tree. Provide the prepared food in a shallow, glazed bowl or feeding tube. Ration daily feed to no more than 10mL per lorikeet or 5mL per honeyeater. Always limit the amount of food offered to reduce dependence on the food. Remove the bowl after feeding and thoroughly clean it - disease transmission can be a problem at feed stations. Be aware that when you attract birds into your garden you may also be attracting predators, so steps may need to be taken to avoid this problem.

For larger volumes

If feeding larger volumes use the Wombaroo Lorikeet & Honeyeater Food, as this is available in more cost effective bulk sizes and made up at a higher concentration. This product also comes with suggested maintenance feed volumes per day.

Peckish Aviary Shell Grit is intended to be added to your bird's regular diet to aid in digestion and supplement calcium. Suitable for all aviary birds.

Feeding Instructions:

Add to your birds' normal feed.
 

Ingredients:

Shell Grit.

Aviary grit cannot substitute a varied, healthy diet for birds. While this grit does have many benefits for your bird, it is important to ensure their regular diet includes fruits, vegetables and fibre. Store dry and in closed original packaging. Fresh water should also be available at all times.

D'Nutrical, formulated by avian veterinarians, is a maintenance and breeding season supplement. It is particularly useful for calcium supplementation in breeding birds and growing chicks.

Symptoms of vitamin and/or mineral deficiencies include mouth plaques, abscesses, sneezing, tail-bobbing, wheezing, lethargy, nasal discharge, crusty nostrils, depression, diarrhea, feather discolouration, swollen eyes or ocular discharge, weight loss.
More severe deficiencies can result in nutrition related diseases such as musculoskeletal disease, cardiac disease, reproductive issues, hypovitaminosis, iron storage disease and hepatic lipidosis.

D'Nutrical is easily dusted onto food sources.

Used and recommended by Birds International (Philippines).

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