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Post by Smiley on Sept 16, 2005 20:01:22 GMT 10
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Post by priscilla01 on Sept 16, 2005 20:34:43 GMT 10
Why thankyou Motherhen for that very useful link... I can see this must be a very touchy subject by the replys.. Am I aloud to ask? Do you crop feed using this method?  |
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Post by AcaciaWattle on Sept 16, 2005 21:51:58 GMT 10
crop feeding is great for sick birds or really young ones that refuse to eat. A lot of people don't agree with crop fed hand raised birds mainly because they haven't really had much interaction with the raiser so a lot of people prefer the spoon fed young. It is a valuable tool to have in your cupboard and a great skill to have. It is very upsetting when you have a sick bird and don't have the knowledge or tools to help your bird. It is really good to use a friendly little bird to trial on first. My first attempt was on a budgie and that was a great experience. The australian birdkeeper books are the greatest too! The handraising book has all the info on different types of feeding too.
good luck
Amanda
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Post by lovemytiels on Sept 17, 2005 10:05:07 GMT 10
It really all comes down to a personal choice. Yes I have crop fed but only for very sick birds. It is not my preferred choice of feeding. It is quick & easy & obviously less messy, & you do need to know what you are doing. All in all I still prefer to syringe feed myself but will crop feed if it warrants it. I like to spend as much time with the babies I am h/rearing, & that includes the feeding process. Cheers Anna
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Post by pollyparrot on Sept 20, 2005 5:17:44 GMT 10
hi there i have only crop needled sick and teeny budgies i am not against it as its a personal choice but my opinion is that babies like to taste and enjoy their food too i know if you are feeding a heap of birds it may be easier but myself i like to spend time with the baby socializing the little fellows etc so where crop feeding has a place i prefer syringe or spoon feeding
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