ECHINACEA FLOWERS | Medicinal Properties
Guinea Gourmet Treats' Echinacea Flower mix are a premium, immune-boosting treat for your small pets. Known for their medicinal properties, Echinacea flowers are rich in antioxidants and natural compounds that support a healthy immune system and promote overall vitality. The mildly sweet flavor of these beautiful flowers encourages natural foraging and chewing behaviors, helping to maintain dental health and mental stimulation. Echinacea Flowers are perfect for rabbits, guinea pigs, tortoises, parakeets, green iguanas, chinchillas, gerbils, rats, mice, degus, and hamsters.
Echinacea Flowers are a nourishing forage mix made up of 70% natural echinacea flowers and 30% grasses and hays. This blend not only adds a burst of color to your pets' diet but also offers a range of health benefits:
- Nutritional Benefits: Echinacea flowers are renowned for their immune-boosting properties and are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. This blend supports overall health, enhances immune function, and promotes digestive well-being. The combination with grasses and hays adds essential fiber, encouraging natural foraging behavior and aiding in dental health.
Suitability:
- Guinea Pigs & Rabbits: Highly suitable; the echinacea flowers contribute essential nutrients and antioxidants that support vitality and health.
- Chinchillas & Degus: Suitable in moderation; while echinacea is beneficial, monitor portions to prevent excessive sugar intake.
- Gerbils, Hamsters, Rats & Mice: Suitable; can enjoy this mix as a special treat, providing variety in their diet and encouraging foraging.
- Tortoises: Suitable in moderation; small amounts can be offered, but their primary diet should consist of high-fiber, leafy greens.
- Green Iguanas: Suitable in moderation; can be given as an occasional treat, ensuring their main diet consists primarily of leafy greens.
- Parakeets: Suitable; can be offered as an occasional treat to provide variety in their diet.
Feeding Instructions:
- Guinea Pigs & Rabbits: Small handful daily; can be mixed with other forages for a balanced diet.
- Chinchillas & Degus: Small amount, 1-2 times a week; focus on moderation to prevent excessive sugar consumption.
- Gerbils, Hamsters, Rats & Mice: 1-2 teaspoons weekly as a special treat or foraging opportunity.
- Tortoises: Small amounts occasionally; ensure a primarily leafy green diet.
- Green Iguanas: Small amounts occasionally; supplement with leafy greens as the main diet.
- Parakeets: Occasional treat, no more than once a week.
70% Echinacea Flowers
30% Ready Grass
Quantity/Weight:100g