We rotate through these different recipes to provide variety in their diet and help ensure they receive a wide range of essential nutrients.

Please do your own research before using these recipes. Different bird species have different nutritional requirements, so a recipe appropriate for one species may not be appropriate for another. These CHOP recipes are intended as a supplement and source of variety and enrichment, not as a replacement for a nutritionally complete diet. A high-quality formulated pellet should remain a major component of the diet, with fresh foods offered alongside it. Individual dietary needs can vary, so consult an avian veterinarian for birds with medical conditions, growing birds, or other special nutritional requirements.

Option 1:

Leafy Greens + Veggies + Fruits + Herbs

  • Bok choy

  • Snap peas

  • Scant basil 

  • Dandelion leaves + stalks

  • Collared greens leaves + stalks

  • Carrot

  • Broccoli

  • Cauliflower

  • Zucchini

  • Red bell pepper

  • Strawberry

Topped off with organic barley flakes and soaked groats

Option 2:

Leafy Greens + Veggies + Fruits

  • Bok choy

  • Snap peas

  • Carrot

  • Collared greens leaves + stalks

  • Dandelion leaves + stalks

  • Broccoli

  • Cauliflower

  • Butternut squash

  • Blackberry + raspberry

  • Red bell peppers + seeds

  • Zucchini

Topped off with organic barley flakes and soaked groats

Option 3:

Leafy Greens + Veggies + Fruits + Grains

  • Bok choy

  • Butternut Squash

  • Carrot

  • Collared greens leaves + stalks

  • Dandelion leaves + stalks

  • Broccoli

  • Cauliflower

  • Blackberry + raspberry

  • Red bell peppers + seeds

  • Zucchini

Topped off with cooked brown basmati rice, cooked quinoa or cooked pasta

Option 4:

Leafy Greens + Veggies + Fruits + Sprouts

  • Bok choy

  • Butternut Squash

  • Snap peas

  • Carrot

  • Collared greens leaves + stalks

  • Dandelion leaves + stalks

  • Broccoli

  • Cauliflower

  • Blackberry + raspberry

  • Red bell peppers + seeds

  • Zucchini

Topped off with organic, human grade sprouts, we grow ourselves.