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Vitamins, Minerals, Teas
Vitamins are needed in the course of the metabolic processes.
They are indispensable compounds for animals and humans. Pigeons
receive vitamins as part of their feed, or acquire them in the form of
additives to the feed or drinking water. Vitamin requirements vary,
they require certain amounts at all stages of life. More than average
amounts are needed when birds are young, during growth, moulting, mating,
breeding and especially during and after illnesses. Various forms
of sugar are used as bulking agents in some vitamin preparations.
Drinking a sugary solution can create a thirst and predispose birds to
bowel problems. When using vitamin supplements in the drinking water,
this provides a greater opportunity for multiplication of bacteria, especially
in warm weather. It is important to change the water every day.
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