Birds are {amazing|incredible|remarkable} {companions|friends}, and when properly {cared for|taken care of|looked after}, can live long & healthy lives. Whether you're feeding parakeets and budgies, or wild birds outside, we have the {knowledge|expertise} and experience to help guide you to the {perfect|best} food. All bird's {nutritional|dietary} {needs|requirements} are different, and what works best for some {won't|will not} provide adequate nutrition for others. Therefore, we proudly provide the Salt Lake City area with the {very best|absolute best|best} food for your feathered friends, {improving|enhancing} their {health|health and wellness} and extending their lives.
Wild bird vs pet bird food:
Wild bird food, depending on where you live, is usually {a mixture|a mix|a blend|a combination} of different types of seeds, including thistle, sunflower, safflower, millet, and sorghum. Additionally, {many|numerous|several} wild bird feeds {include|consist of} peanuts and corn, which are preferred by certain species like cardinals and blue jays. Wild bird food {is diverse|varies} in order to attract as many different species as possible. So while it {meets|satisfies|fulfills} their calorie requirements, it's not dialed-in nutritionally like domestic bird food.
Domestic bird food is {typically|generally|usually|normally} {a blend|a mix} of similar seeds, with nutritionally {dense|thick} pellets {added in|included}. Conures, doves, and pigeons {love|enjoy} millet, as do budgies and parakeets. They also enjoy safflower and sunflower seeds when they're hulled, though parrots and hookbills will {prefer|choose} {larger|bigger} seed types.
Food for pets will have prebiotic fiber and probiotic ingredients included, {as well as|in addition to|along with} {a variety|a range|a selection} of {other|various other} {natural|all-natural} seeds and fruits. These {boost|strengthen} the immune and digestive function of your birds, and more closely {mimic|imitate} their natural diet, which {wouldn't|would not} {typically|generally|usually|normally} {consist of|include|contain} a few types of seeds.
Ensuring {adequate|sufficient|appropriate} nutrition:
Birds need prebiotics and probiotics to keep their digestive functions working {smoothly|efficiently}. Omega-3 fatty acids from nuts and seeds {provide|supply} fat for their brains and nerves, and {improves|enhances|boosts} the gloss and shine of their feathers, while the {various|different|numerous} vitamins and micronutrients keep them healthy overall. Additionally, as your bird ages, you will want to {consult|speak with|seek advice from|get in touch with} {an expert|a professional|a specialist} on what type of food you should be feeding them. Younger birds have different {nutritional|dietary} {needs|requirements} than older birds, and {changing|altering} their food requires care and needs to be done {gradually|slowly}, as birds can have {finicky|picky} digestive systems. {Slowly|Gradually} {incorporate|include} the new food into your bird's dish, replacing more of the old seed with the new food {each day|every day|daily} to {ensure|guarantee} {proper|appropriate} adherence to the new diet.
At vilano pets, we {specialize in|focus on|concentrate on} {making sure|ensuring} your bird is {provided|supplied} with {the best|the very best|the most effective} nutrition for their specific needs. Whether you're feeding wild birds in your {backyard|yard}, or a parakeet in your home, our friendly, {professional|experienced} {staff|team} has your back. If you're in the Salt Lake City area, give us a call at and we can help {optimize|enhance|improve} your bird's feed for a long, healthy life.
