Goal:
Grow strong new feathers. Feathers are mostly made of protein, so nutrition matters greatly.
Increase:
✅ Protein moderately
✅ Amino acids
✅ Omega fats
✅ Vegetables rich in vitamins
Best Foods:
- Cooked quinoa
- Lentils
- Egg (small amounts)
- Hemp seed
- Flax seed (small amounts)
- Dark greens
- Pumpkin
- Carrot
Support:
✔ Bathing opportunities
✔ Reduced stress
✔ Good sleep
Avoid:
❌ Overbreeding during heavy molt
❌ Poor seed-only diets
📌 Poor feathers often reflect poor diet.