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Post by Shirls on Aug 13, 2012 6:36:08 GMT
Message for Mickmay - on one of your chats you said 'make sure it's 'soluble grit'. Being a newbie (and still waiting for budgies) could you explain please. Can you get different types of grit then?
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Post by Marianne Marlow on Aug 13, 2012 7:46:00 GMT
Oyster shell grit is a soluble grit. That is the one that most people, including me use.
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Post by Shirls on Aug 13, 2012 8:24:36 GMT
Thanks Marianne. I knew that oyster shell was best for budgies, but wasn't aware it was classed as 'soluble'. We learn something new every day!! Thanks again.
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Post by sarah*glittergirl2212 on Aug 13, 2012 12:40:51 GMT
Some grits have grit in that is just that and it can't be broken down by the birds digestion it will just sit there and sooner or later cause them problems. Oyster grit is just that and will break down not compact it the birds gut.
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Post by Shirls on Aug 13, 2012 15:26:57 GMT
Thank you Sarah.
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Post by sarah*glittergirl2212 on Aug 13, 2012 19:38:21 GMT
You're welcome!!
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Post by barrieshutt on Aug 14, 2012 8:19:21 GMT
super posts guys
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Post by moonkira *Julie * on Aug 14, 2012 21:57:42 GMT
Where can you get oyster grit ? is it labeled `Oyster grit `
I have got the normal grit but want to change it after reading this
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Post by Shirls on Aug 15, 2012 6:01:38 GMT
Most good pet shops will sell oyster grit and yes it is marked as such. I bought some yesterday and it was only £1.00 for quite a large bag. I did go to a seed supplier, but my local pet shop sells it as well and the same price.
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Post by sarah*glittergirl2212 on Aug 15, 2012 9:31:55 GMT
Just check that it is Oyster grit and doesn't contain oyster grit with other unspecified grit! I buy mine in a tub and it is called "crushed oyster shell". I think happypet make it, but look around there are usually good prices on the net if your local shop don't sell it.
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Post by moonkira *Julie * on Aug 15, 2012 9:37:22 GMT
Thanks, Will have a look
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Post by barrieshutt on Aug 15, 2012 10:28:30 GMT
normal grit can and will cause crop impactation.
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Post by barrieshutt on Aug 15, 2012 10:29:52 GMT
For all the pet breeders www.haiths.com/in your shoes i would be buying from Haiths |
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Post by sweetie on Aug 15, 2012 10:54:26 GMT
I'm so glad this thread is here!! Im putting oyster grit straight on Sweeties shopping list thank guys  |
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Post by sarah*glittergirl2212 on Aug 15, 2012 11:22:14 GMT
Haith's prices are very good.
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