Is this stick formula suitable for all life stages and breeds of large parrots?

The sticks are intended as a complementary treat for adult large parakeets and parrots; they are not a complete diet and should be used sparingly for juveniles, seniors, or birds with specific health concerns.

What is the primary protein source in these sticks, and how does the inclusion of grains and seeds affect a bird’s digestion?

Protein mainly comes from the cereal base and walnuts, while the grain and seed blend (including sunflower seeds) provides digestible carbohydrates and fats; the grain-inclusive formula is generally well tolerated but may be relatively high in fat for birds prone to obesity.

Are there common allergens or ingredients in these sticks that could cause reactions in pet birds?

The product contains nuts (walnuts) and sunflower seeds, both of which can trigger allergies in some birds, and it also includes honey and added sugars, so birds with known nut or sugar sensitivities should be offered the sticks with caution.

Carrefour • 2 x 70 g

STICKS Grandes perruches & Perroquets

Petfood

Product Insights

STICKS Grandes perruches & Perroquets are stick-shaped treats formulated for large parakeets and parrots, containing cereals (about 50%), a blend of seeds including sunflower (about 27%) and walnuts (about 3%), plus dried fruits such as banana, orange and raisin (about 5%). The formulation provides 12.5% crude protein, 12.7% crude fat and added vitamins A, D3 and E, but also includes added sugars (including honey) and falls into the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category, indicating a high level of processing and the presence of additive E460. While the product supplies natural seeds and vitamins, its sugar content, moisture (14%) and moderate protein level suggest it should be offered only as a supplement rather than a complete diet.

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Fruits & Vegetables2.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical parrot treat sticks, this product offers a higher proportion of natural seeds and added vitamins but also contains more added sugars and a higher moisture level, making it more of a supplementary snack than a balanced staple.

Ingredients

Céréales, graines (27,2%, dont graines de tournesol 10,8%), sucres (dont miel 3%), fruits déshydratés 4.5% équivalent à 19,5% de fruits (1.70% de bananes déshydratées équivalent 7,3% à de bananes, 1.40% d'oranges déshydratées équivalent à 4,8% d'oranges et 1.40% de raisins déshydratés équivalent à 7,40% de raisins), noix, huiles et graisses, substances minérales. _Constituants analytiques_ : Protéine brute : 12,5%, Matières grasses brutes : 12,7%, Cellulose brute : 8,7 %, Cendres brutes : 2.2%, Humidité : 14%. _Additifs_ : Conservateurs _Additifs nutritionnels (/kg_) : Vitamine A : 20000 U.I., Vitamine D3 : 15000 U.I., Vitamine E : 35 mg

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