If you have feathered friends that are your "feather-kids" then you know how they become part of your family and can add all kinds of antics and fun to your home and life !!! However, birds, especially parrots and cockateils can be picky eaters, and bird seed, especially if not fresh (you can check this by seeing if it sprouts after a few days in some damp/wet paper towels) can leave their diet lacking. This leads to any number of potential problems and in a bird, who typically will hide problems until it is too late, this is a big deal. Great nutrition with a variety of fruits, veggies, and protein is the solution. But what if your sweet (on not so sweet :) parrot is tossing seed everywhere, and leaves you wondering - are they getting enough of what they need to stay healthy? Having tried several "cheaper" liquid vitamins on the market from big box pet stores, I have found them lacking. Usually they are liquid and have to be put into water, or on wet foods, the taste does not suit all birds. Further by comparison, the nutrients in Nekton are outstanding. The other brands do not stand up to the scrutiny, and are my last choice only if my Nekton has run out and am waiting for a new supply. I am not an avian expert by profession, but I have had parrots and cockateils in my life for the past 20 years and by far, the best thing I ever did was, at the suggestion of an Avian Specialist Vet, switch over to Nekton products. At first I was put off by the price. But then I realized how far even a little I needed to use. That made the price very fair for the quality of Nekton is amazing. A little goes a long way, and an average bottle of the powdered vitamins and nutrients will last you a very long time. (Depending upon how many feathered friends you have:) TIP: use a fork to piece holes in the seal on the bottle - it allows for great control when you shake out what you need. Everyone is different and some like the little tiny scoop that comes in the bottle. I just find it is easier with the shake method. As far as what to add Nekton to, you are in luck as it easily mixes with all types of foods you will be serving your feathered friends. From soft, to seed, it is easily added and the birds seem to like the taste or not even notice it. This is a good thing! Especially for those picky ones we love! Remember Nekton has a few different types of vitamins, some general, some that assist if birds are mating and need that extra help in nesting season, and also I have seen a feather specific one, that helps during molt or with a bird that is feather picking. Look at the one you purchase to ensure it is appropriate for your needs. For me the General Vitamin formula - Nekton S works well and covers all issues, including a "feather picker" I fostered for a while...truly I believe Nekton got the feathers to start to come back, that an of course a lot of love! I hope this helps you in your decision on buying a bird vitamin supplement, Nekton is worth the wait for a few days for the Ebay seller to get it to you. I think you will find it is very much work every penny. Take Care !!!Read full review
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Excellent product. I have used it for many years, it has been a great help in keeping my bird healthy. I highly recommend it.
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Because I have a 35yr old African grey parrot and she looks fantastic very healthy and playful I think these vitamins have a lot to do with her health and well-being. Her name is Lola!
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I’ve been using this product for over 20 years, nothing brings out the colors and has so many amino acids as this product on the market!
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We have used this vitamin supplement for our canaries for many years and have been very pleased.
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