{"product_id":"seasonal-vegetable-with-puffs-freeze-dried-bird-chop","title":"SEASONAL VEGETABLE WITH PUFFS Freeze Dried Bird Chop","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur seasonal vegetable blend with added puffed grains and seeds, for additional crunch. Ideal for birds that prefer to eat their chop as a dry mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Human-Grade Ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreeze-Dried to Lock in Freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo Fillers, No Preservatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady in Seconds — Just Add Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for pet birds of all sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur chop is locally sourced and made with only human grade vegetables, cooked legumes, grains and sprouted healthy seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo fruit or nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e are included as we find birds tend to fill up on these and not eat the more nutritious vegetables offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINGREDIENTS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients in batches will vary depending on seasonality\u003c\/strong\u003e. This ensures a variety of nutrients and aims to keep your bird interested in eating chop. We aim to include more than 10 vegetables in each batch with additional puffed grains\u003cbr\u003eIngredients can include but are not limited to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKale (Green, Tuscan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet potato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilverbeet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroccoli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCauliflower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrot (orange, purple)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePak Choy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChinese broccoli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOkra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeans (green, snake)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChillies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapsicum (red, yellow, green)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeetroot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZucchini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParsnip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumpkin (Butternut, Kent, Grey)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epuffed millet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epuffed brown rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epuffed amaranth \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epuffed buckwheat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epuffed quinoa \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreeze drying retains up to 97% of the original nutritional value of the ingredients, it doesn't change the look or taste of food and has up to a 25 year shelf life if stored correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note as the puffs are mixed in with the vegetables before freeze drying, they may be coloured (for example red due to the beetroot in the mix) and not appear white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDIRECTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can serve our chop dry or rehydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend adding 1:1 ratio of cold water to freeze dried chop if serving rehydrated. Simply mix well, drain excess water and serve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note freeze dried chop will not expand dramatically after rehydration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend feeding our chop first thing in the morning as this will be when your bird is the hungriest and more likely to try new foods\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSampler (equivalent to 3 cups, 45 grams)\u003cbr\u003eSmall bag (equivalent to 4 cups, 90 grams) \u003cbr\u003eLarge bag (equivalent to 8 cups, 180 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Please note net weight is due to freeze dried food weighing as little as 12% of original fresh weight due to the freeze drying process removing about 98% of a food’s water content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSERVING SIZES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall birds (budgies, canaries, cockatiels etc) : 1\/2 tbsp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium birds (caiques, conures, lorikeets etc) : 1 tbsp\u003cbr\u003eLarge birds (Eclectuses, galahs, cockatoos etc) : 2 tbsp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Please note these are only \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003estarting guides\u003c\/span\u003e, you may need to add more or less depending on your bird's appetite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBird chop should be seen as a supplement  and be served in conjunction to a well balanced pellet. We recommend a diet of 50-70% pellets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEXPIRATION DATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend storing in a dark cool place and using within 3 months of opening. Please squeeze the air out and re-seal the bag tightly after each use. Moisture and humidity will increase the rate of spoilage of freeze dried food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure you check the food before serving. Any change in appearance, smell or texture may indicate that freeze dried food is spoiled and should not be give to your bird. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf packaging has been left unsealed for long periods, the freeze dried food should be discarded. If you have any concerns please send us a message via our socials or chirpychopau@gmail.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDELIVERY AND HANDLING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you live in Melbourne and would like to pick up in store from Bird Vet Melbourne in Burwood, please order through www.chirpychop.com.au. There is no shipping fee for in-store pick up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe take the utmost care to ensure your product arrives in the perfect condition. 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