{"title":"Marek’s Essentials | Poultry Support \u0026 Recovery Products","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSupportive nutrition, probiotics, vitamins, and testing options commonly used when managing Marek’s disease in chickens and poultry.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bird-probiotics-powder","title":"Bird Probiotics Powder | Avian \u0026 Poultry Gut Support 100g","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"5b93nh\" data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eWater-Soluble Probiotics for Birds \u0026amp; Poultry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eBird Probiotics\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium water-soluble probiotic supplement formulated to support healthy gut flora, digestion, and intestinal balance in birds and poultry. Suitable for a wide range of species including \u003cstrong data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003eparrots, chickens, ducks, pigeons, chicks, aviary birds, and backyard poultry\u003c\/strong\u003e, this easy-to-use powder can be added directly to drinking water or sprinkled over food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2459\"\u003eMaintaining a healthy digestive microbiome is an important part of overall bird health and may be especially beneficial during periods of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003estress, dietary change, recovery, antibiotic use, environmental challenges, brooding, rearing, moulting, transport, or digestive upset\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003eBird Probiotics is commonly used as part of supportive care and flock management programmes to help maintain digestive balance and support overall wellbeing in both pet birds and poultry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"20\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"5zke1e\"\u003eHelpful Resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"276\" data-start=\"22\"\u003eSupporting healthy gut flora can play an important role in overall bird health, particularly during periods of stress, recovery, gastrointestinal upset, and intestinal challenge such as coccidiosis. Explore our helpful bird health and recovery resources:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"411\" data-start=\"278\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"313\" data-start=\"278\" data-section-id=\"ctf62g\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.avianempire.co.nz\/pages\/first-kid-kit-for-poultry?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=first\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"244\"\u003eBird First Aid Kit Essentials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"372\" data-start=\"314\" data-section-id=\"160pgff\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avianempire.co.nz\/blogs\/sams-blog\/gut-health-after-antibiotics-what-bird-owners-need-to-know\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"765\" data-start=\"709\"\u003eSupporting gut health and digestive balance in birds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"411\" data-start=\"373\" data-section-id=\"117yfr1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.avianempire.co.nz\/pages\/coccidiosis\"\u003eCoccidiosis in poultry and birds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Avian Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43358948458683,"sku":"020","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/6859\/9332\/files\/bird-probiotics-powder-avian-poultry.jpg?v=1779080677"},{"product_id":"bird-electrolytes-powder","title":"Bird Electrolytes Powder | Avian \u0026 Poultry Hydration Support 100g","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ldb90o\" data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eWater-Soluble Electrolytes for Birds \u0026amp; Poultry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eBird Electrolytes\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium water-soluble electrolyte supplement formulated to support hydration, fluid balance, and recovery in birds and poultry. Suitable for a wide range of species including \u003cstrong data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eparrots, chickens, ducks, pigeons, chicks, quail, aviary birds, and backyard poultry\u003c\/strong\u003e, this easy-to-use powder can be added directly to drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eElectrolytes play an important role in maintaining normal hydration and supporting birds during periods of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eheat, stress, transport, recovery, brooding, dietary change, moulting, reduced intake, and environmental challenges\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eBird Electrolytes is commonly used as part of supportive care and flock management routines to help maintain hydration and overall wellbeing in both pet birds and poultry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"5zke1e\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003eHelpful Resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"22\" data-end=\"285\"\u003eBird Electrolytes are a valuable addition to any bird or poultry first aid kit and can be especially useful during periods of heat, stress, transport, recovery, reduced intake, or dehydration risk. Explore our helpful bird hydration and supportive care resources:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"322\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ctf62g\" data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"322\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.avianempire.co.nz\/pages\/first-aid-kit-for-poultry?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=first\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"308\"\u003eBird First Aid Kit Essentials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Avian Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44591388262587,"sku":"031","price":25.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/6859\/9332\/files\/bird-electrolytes-powder-avian-poultry.jpg?v=1779081747"},{"product_id":"bird-vitamins-liquid","title":"Bird Vitamins Liquid | Avian \u0026 Poultry Multivitamin 100ml","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"1600\" data-start=\"1550\" data-section-id=\"xgob9f\"\u003eWater-Soluble Multivitamins for Birds \u0026amp; Poultry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1989\" data-start=\"1602\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1619\" data-start=\"1602\"\u003eBird Vitamins\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium water-soluble multivitamin supplement formulated to support overall health, vitality, feather condition, and nutritional balance in birds and poultry. Suitable for a wide range of species including \u003cstrong data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003eparrots, chickens, ducks, pigeons, chicks, aviary birds, and backyard poultry\u003c\/strong\u003e, this easy-to-use liquid supplement can be added directly to drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2266\" data-start=\"1991\"\u003eFormulated with a balanced blend of essential vitamins, minerals, electrolytes, and supportive nutrients, Bird Vitamins is commonly used during periods of \u003cstrong data-end=\"2265\" data-start=\"2146\"\u003emoulting, breeding, growth, stress, recovery, dietary change, reduced intake, brooding, and environmental challenge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2396\" data-start=\"2268\"\u003eBird Vitamins is designed to support everyday avian wellbeing and can be incorporated into regular flock and bird care routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"20\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"5zke1e\"\u003eHelpful Resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"379\" data-start=\"22\"\u003eProviding balanced nutritional support can play an important role in overall bird health, particularly during periods of moulting, breeding, growth, stress, recovery, and seasonal challenge. 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Explore our helpful bird health and supportive care resources:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"416\" data-start=\"381\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"416\" data-start=\"381\" data-section-id=\"ctf62g\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avianempire.co.nz\/pages\/first-aid-kit-for-poultry?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=first\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"400\" data-start=\"367\"\u003eBird First Aid Kit Essentials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is-intersecting=\"true\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a0a7484-a6cc-83ec-a05e-13c073c9b742-13\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Avian Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44620196348091,"sku":"034","price":29.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/6859\/9332\/files\/bird-vitamins-liquid-avian-poultry.jpg?v=1779082048"},{"product_id":"bird-cage-aviary-cleaner-for-birds-500ml","title":"Bird Cage \u0026 Aviary Cleaner NZ | Bird House Cleaner 500ml","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qfhaod\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eBird Cage \u0026amp; Aviary Cleaner for Birds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"438\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eBird House Cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bird-safe cage and aviary cleaner designed to help maintain clean, hygienic environments for parrots, pigeons, poultry, ducks, aviary birds, and wildlife rehabilitation settings. Proudly made in New Zealand, this easy-to-use cleaner is suitable for routine cleaning of cages, perches, brooders, nest boxes, food and water containers, incubators, and bird housing areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eFormulated to be non-toxic and gentle around birds when used as directed, Bird House Cleaner helps remove everyday grime, droppings, food residue, and organic buildup while supporting cleaner bird environments and routine husbandry management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eSuitable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"796\"\u003eparrots, chickens, ducks, pigeons, aviary birds, backyard poultry, and wildlife rehabilitation\u003c\/strong\u003e, this versatile cleaner can be used as part of a broader bird hygiene and biosecurity routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"929\"\u003e500ml spray bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avian Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44732844048571,"sku":"039","price":28.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/6859\/9332\/files\/Bird_Cage_Aviary_Cleaner_for_Birds_500ml.jpg?v=1779157767"},{"product_id":"pcr-test-mareks-disease-virus-poultry","title":"Marek’s Disease Virus (MDV) PCR Test for Chickens","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"15359vf\" data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eMarek’s Disease Virus (MDV) PCR Test for Chickens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"893\"\u003eMarek’s Disease Virus (MDV) PCR Test\u003c\/strong\u003e is a laboratory PCR screening test designed to detect Marek’s disease virus in poultry. This assay is performed by PVS Labs using freshly plucked feather samples and is commonly used as part of Marek’s disease investigation and flock health assessment programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTesting is performed through PVS Labs. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eResults are reviewed and interpreted by our avian veterinarian to help support accurate diagnosis and informed flock management decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eMarek’s disease is a highly contagious viral disease of chickens caused by a herpesvirus that may affect the nervous system, immune system, skin, eyes, and internal organs. Clinical signs can vary depending on disease form and may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4oxnbl\" data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eProgressive paralysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15yvlk8\" data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eWeakness or lameness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x8a2yz\" data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eWeight loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rn8bp9\" data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eReduced growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3addvd\" data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eSudden death\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lxuzdr\" data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eTumour development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ucixac\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eUneven pupils or vision changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x0oaft\" data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eReduced flock performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"v6q9sf\" data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2923\" data-start=\"2786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2816\" data-start=\"2786\"\u003eThis is a digital product.\u003c\/strong\u003e After purchase, you will receive instructions outlining how to collect and submit your sample for testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3067\" data-start=\"2925\"\u003eIf you do not automatically receive your instructions and FEC submission form after purchase, please contact us at \u003cstrong data-end=\"3066\" data-start=\"3040\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" data-end=\"3064\" data-start=\"3042\"\u003einfo@avianempire.co.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3193\" data-start=\"3069\"\u003eTesting results should always be interpreted alongside clinical signs, husbandry, and veterinary guidance where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"5zke1e\" data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2611\"\u003eHelpful Resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003eNeurological signs, unexplained paralysis, weight loss, reduced flock performance, and sudden deaths can sometimes be associated with significant infectious disease events within poultry systems. Early testing, strong quarantine procedures, and good biosecurity practices can play important roles in long-term flock management. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCheck out our helpfull Marek's resource below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3048\" data-end=\"3219\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o0ejwk\" data-start=\"3048\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.avianempire.co.nz\/pages\/mareks-disease?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=mareks\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003eInformation on Marek’s Disease In Poultry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PVS Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46038389522619,"sku":"063","price":52.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/6859\/9332\/files\/Marek_s_Disease_Virus_PCR_Test_for_Poultry.jpg?v=1779163720"},{"product_id":"bird-recovery-bites","title":"Bird Recovery Bites | Supportive Care Nutrition for Poultry 250g","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eBird Recovery Bites\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"344\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBird Recovery Bites \u003c\/strong\u003eare a highly palatable supportive care food designed for chickens, ducks, turkeys, quail and pigeons requiring additional nutritional support during illness, recovery, injury, stress, rehabilitation, or periods of reduced appetite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eDeveloped by Avian Empire, Bird Recovery Bites provide a convenient way to assist-feed birds without the stress and mess often associated with syringes or hand-feeding formulas. 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