What if one simple change in your birds’ diet could mean healthier chicks, more vivid feathers, and stronger breeding performance—even through Pakistan’s hot summers or damp monsoons? Many breeders get average results because of overlooked supplements or the wrong feeding plan. Using the right Quiko feeding & breeding products, matched with local conditions, can make all the difference.
Understanding the Role of Feeding & Breeding Enhancers
Why Local Climate and Season Matter
Birds in Pakistan face stressors—heat, humidity, fluctuating food quality, exposure to parasites. During breeding or molting, their nutrient demands rise sharply. Products designed for enrichment, high protein, vitamins, and minerals become more than optional. Quiko’s range is built for these critical periods.
What Enhancers Do
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Boost fertility and embryo development
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Improve feather growth, structure, and coloration
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Support chick growth, especially when natural protein sources may be weak or inconsistent
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Provide vitamins & trace elements that standard seed diets usually lack
Key Quiko Products & Their Benefits
Here are some popular Quiko products found in Pakistan along with how & when to use them. These are also available (or can be sourced) via trusted suppliers like Cage Life Care.
Quiko Classic Egg Food
High-egg content baked biscuit feed enriched with honey & vitamins. Excellent during breeding, molting, and when conditioning birds.
Benefits:
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Strong protein boost via egg biscuit
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Vitamins support feather, immune health, and energy levels
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Good for mixing supplements or medicines
Typical Use in Pakistan Context:
Use daily during breeding, or 2-3 times per week during molt or show period. Slightly moisten for better acceptance. From sources: ~17.5% protein, 6.2% fat.
Quiko Plus (400g)
Suited for chicks and young birds during weaning and first molt. Contains many amino acids & minerals.
Benefits:
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Helps build immune strength
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Supports metabolic demand in young birds
How to Use:
Mix a small amount (e.g. 1 Tbsp per 1 kg of egg food) during rearing period.
Quiko Forte
A powder supplement with Vitamin E, iron, and many trace elements. Good to correct or prevent deficiencies, especially when birds are under stress or during breeding.
Benefits:
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Enhances fertility and skeleton development
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Helps with feather formation
Use Tip: Use alongside the rearing feed when breeding or when noticing signs of deficiency.
Quiko Spirulina
Natural-based additive meant to improve color, feather structure, immunity, and intestinal balance. Especially helpful during breeding season.
How to Use Quiko Effectively in Pakistan
Feeding Strategy by Stage
| Stage | Product Focus | Frequency & Notes |
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| Breeding / Pre-breeding | Classic Egg Food + Forte + Vitamin E liquid/supplement | Daily or every other day; monitor heat stress; ensure hydration |
| Molting / Showing | Classic + Plus + coloration support (if needed) | 2-3 times per week; reduce seed-only diet; support protein and vitamin intake |
| Rearing Young Birds | Classic + Plus + animal protein (where possible) | Provide moist feed; ensure warmth, hygiene; use smaller particle sizes |
Safety & Moderation
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Egg food & enriched feeds like Classic may have higher Vitamin D3; should typically not exceed ~25% of daily diet.
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Introduce mixes gradually to avoid digestive upset.
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Always provide fresh water and clean feeding areas.
Local Sourcing & Authenticity
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Buy from trusted retailers (such as Cage Life Care, BirdsPlanet, etc.) who display sealed, properly labeled packs.
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Check prices and compare: e.g. Classic Egg Food available around Rs. 2,400–2,600 for 1 kg locally.
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Check whether company packs or buckets are resealable to maintain freshness.
Benefits Compared to Standard Seed Diet in Pakistan
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Standard seed mixes often lack enough protein, vitamins (A, D, E), and trace minerals. Breeding and molting put extra demand.
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Quiko’s egg-food and supplement lines fill these gaps. Birds fed well during breeding tend to have better hatch rates, healthier chicks, and increased coloration.
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Also helps in seasons where insect protein may be hard to access (winter or dry season).
Conclusion
Using quality Quiko products—Classic Egg Food, Forte, Plus, Spirulina—tailored with local feeding practices and environmental understanding can lead to noticeably stronger chicks, healthier plumage, and more reliable breeding results. For genuine & fresh stock of these Quiko products, check out Cage Life Care’s Bird Nutrition section. If you need help building a feeding plan specific to your climate, bird type, or breeding goals, our experts are ready to assist.
FAQs
Q1: Can I feed Quiko Classic with regular seed diets daily?
Yes, but it should not make up more than about 25% of the total diet if the enriched egg-food has higher vitamin D3. Use daily during breeding; less often for regular condition feed.
Q2: Is animal protein necessary with Quiko during breeding?
It helps. While Quiko products provide stronger protein sources, adding insect protein or worms during chick rearing improves growth & feather quality.
Q3: How should I store Quiko feeds in Pakistan’s humid conditions?
Keep them in sealed, dry packs; use resealable bags; store away from direct sunlight and moisture; use within shelf period to avoid spoilage.
Q4: Are there Quiko products suitable for color enhancement?
Yes. Quiko Special Red Egg Food and Spirulina are options. They help color, texture, and condition of feathers when used appropriately.
Q5: When should I start using Forte or Plus?
Use Plus when chicks are weaning or during first molt; Forte is good when fertility is required or when there are signs of deficiency in young or adult birds.
