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Pigeon specific beer yeast, probiotics for pigeons

0 Author 2025-08-08 08:55:32

Pigeon specific beer yeast is a widely used nutritional supplement in pigeon breeding, mainly extracted from the sediment of beer fermentation, rich in protein, B vitamins, minerals, and probiotics. The following is a summary of its core efficacy, applicable scenarios, and scientific usage methods:

1、 Core efficacy and ingredients

Intestinal health regulation

Probiotics function: Increase beneficial bacteria in the intestine (such as lactic acid bacteria), inhibit pathogenic bacteria such as Escherichia coli and Salmonella, restore bacterial balance, and reduce problems such as green stool, watery stool, and indigestion.

Dietary fiber: absorbs excess moisture, improves stool formation, and reduces pigeon house odor.

Alternative antibiotics: In mild intestinal infections, antibiotics can be directly replaced to avoid drug side effects.

Nutritional reinforcement

High protein (over 50%): Provides easily absorbable high-quality protein to promote muscle development, especially suitable for young and breeding pigeons.

B vitamins: accelerate energy metabolism, alleviate fatigue and loss of appetite caused by training and competition stress, and maintain feather luster.

Minerals and Amino Acids: Contains over 14 types of minerals and 18 types of amino acids, supporting immune function and stress resistance.

Assistance during special periods

Feather replacement period: promotes the growth of new feathers, enhances feather flexibility and luster.

Recovery after illness: After antibiotic treatment, repair the intestinal microbiota and quickly restore physical fitness.

2、 Applicable scenarios and scientific usage

using objects	Recommended scenarios	Method and frequency	precautions
breeding pigeon	Nurturing period (4-24 days after hatching of young pigeons)	Once every 2 days, mix in feed (5g yeast/500g feed)	Paired with calcium powder to prevent adhesion, the feed should be fed within 30 minutes
Young pigeon	Significant differences in body shape and delayed development	Artificially feeding yeast tablets (2 times a day, 1 tablet each time, continuous feeding for 4-6 days)	Yeast slices are softened by dipping them in water to avoid scratching the esophagus
pigeon	Training/competition period, stress urinary incontinence	Mix tomato sauce and beer yeast 1-2 times a week	Relieve fatigue and maintain peak state
Daily health care	Prevent intestinal problems and enhance immunity	1-2 times a week, 5-10g yeast/1kg slightly moist feed	Avoid co administration with antibiotics, with a minimum interval of 1 day

3、 Usage taboos and precautions

Prohibition of mixing water for drinking:

Beer yeast is prone to fermentation when exposed to water, and mixing it directly with water may cause pigeon diarrhea or digestive disorders. It needs to be mixed with feed for feeding.

Control frequency and dosage:

Overuse (such as daily feeding) may cause calcium loss and weight loss, and it is recommended to consume ≤ 3 times per week.

Wet feed should be mixed and fed immediately to avoid spoilage.

Compatibility suggestion:

Garlic: Garlic puree combined with beer yeast can synergistically kill bacteria and promote beneficial bacterial colonization.

After antibiotics: switch to easily digestible grains (barley, sorghum) with yeast to reduce intestinal burden.

Key points for selection and storage

High quality standard: Slightly yellow in color, delicate in powder, light and fragrant in taste, sticky when wet, and has good pigeon palatability.

Storage: Sealed and protected from light, moisture and high temperature to maintain the stability of active ingredients.

Reasonable use of beer yeast can significantly improve the reproductive capacity of breeding pigeons, the survival rate of young pigeons, and the racing performance of racing pigeons. However, it is necessary to strictly follow the scientific ratio and timing to avoid excessive use that may lead to nutritional imbalance.