Poultry Lifestyle Beat the Heat
cool down during the hot weather. If using broth or water, making the mealworms into a popsicle will aid in hydration. Crickets and soldier flies are also great protein insects that birds enjoy.
Mealworm Popsicle Recipe
Ingredients Mealworms( dried or fresh). Water or chicken-safe broth. Optional: fruits or vegetables.
Instructions 1. Prepare the mold: Use ice cube trays or small cups as molds. 2. Mix Ingredients: Place mealworms and any optional fruits or vegetables into the molds. 3. Add liquid: Fill the molds with water or chickensafe broth. 4. Freeze: Place the filled molds with water in the freezer and allow them to freeze completely.
5. Serve: Once frozen, pop out the mealworm popsicles and offer them to your fowl.
B12 Energy Bites
Add B12 to the water to create some energy frozen treats. You can use sheep or goat drench and mix with water to create ice cubes. The ice cubes are pink and
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If you have leftover eggs, scramble and freeze them for added protein that’ s essential for muscle development and feather growth. Eggs contain essential amino acids vital for various bodily functions, including immune response and cell repair. They also provide vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, D, E and B12, riboflavin and folate. The fats and proteins in eggs also provide a great energy source, which is especially beneficial for growing chicks, molting birds or chickens recovering from illness.
With any treats, make sure that all treats are given in moderation. Always monitor them when introducing new foods to ensure no adverse effects.
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