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  • Sale -30% 3m Clear Omlet Run Cover 3m Clear Omlet Run Cover

    3m Clear Cover | Omlet Pet Run | 810.0148

    3 reviews

    3m clear walk-in run roof cover with a gutter edge. September Cover Special! This cover has been designed to fit anywhere on the roof of the Omlet Pet Walk-in Run, providing your pets with an area that is sheltered from the wind and rain. Complete with PVC rope edge which allows waterproof overlap of multiple covers. This cover is made from clear plastic, allowing sunlight through whilst keeping the rain, hail and snow out.This cover measures 95cm x 297cm.The cover can be used in enclosures with two or three panels wide. In an enclosure with two panels wide, the upper half of the side rails is also covered. It comes complete with bungee hooks for attachment to the run.The exact material and eyelet specification may vary. Instructions for use when adding multiple covers:Ensure the roped edge of the overlapping cover is facing away from the direction of prevailing weather or facing downhill if on a slope. (Recommended overlap = 5cm.) Please select your cover size carefully as we do not offer returns, exchanges or refunds on Omlet Covers. If you are looking for covers to place on the sides of your Omlet Pet Run we recommend using covers without a gutter edge. The Eglu Cube Covers (clear or heavy-duty) will work well or the Zippi Run Covers (clear or heavy-duty).

    $85.00$59.50

  • Chicken Fencing 25m | Non-Electric | Kerbl Chicken Fencing 25m | Non-Electric | Kerbl

    Chicken Fencing 25m | Non-Electric | Kerbl

    18 reviews

    Chicken fencing works well to contain your chooks and can be easily moved about as required. It is ideal for containing all poultry, ducks and some small animals but not suitable for rabbits. Please note this fencing is not predator-proof. Can be easily joined to other lengths of Kerbl chicken fencing.  106cm high Mesh size is smaller at the bottom than at the top. Each 25m long fence incorporates 8 plastic posts with steel dual-prong step-ins. Posts are spaced app. 2m apart Extra posts are available Optional Fencing Door/Gate: This Fence Netting Door solves the problem of how to get in and out of a fencing enclosure. Quick and easy to open and close and wide enough to be used for mobile equipment. 86cm wide. Height 125cm. Supplied in kit form and can be installed in new fences and retro-fitted to existing fences. How to set up your fencing. Please choose carefully as we do not accept returns and offer refunds on Kerbl Chicken Fencing.  This non-electric chicken fencing works well to contain your poultry and keep them where you want them (away from your veggies and flower beds!) The nylon-rope style netting has some flex in it which accommodates for slightly uneven ground.

    $299.00

  • Working together - Appletons & Weston Chook Grow Weston Chook Grow Real Proteins

    Chook Grow Pellets 25kg | Weston

    For pullets being reared for table egg production. A formulation with essential nutrients of protein, energy and minerals in readiness for a healthy, productive laying life. Chook Grow is a complete feed formulated as a follow-on feed from Weston Chicks Choice. At Appletons we prefer to grow our birds (both commercial hybrids and heritage) on to point of lay using the Weston Chicks Choice as it has higher levels of protein essential for health, growth and feather production. Chickens do not stop growing at 8 weeks. We would only recommend swopping over to Chook Grow if you personally had issues with the coccidiostat added to the Chicks Choice or are feeding a range of ages of poultry together in one pen and you have laying hens that have access to the same feed. Chook Grow does not contain any coccidiostat (which the Chicks Choice does) There is a 3 to 4% difference in the protein levels which we feel is significant – so if you can keep them on the Chicks Choice then that is what we recommend.  Analysis: 15% crude protein, 3% fat, 4% fibre, 1% salt Weston Milling Stockfeed has the point of difference over most other brands as it is the only commercial poultry feed (here on the South Island) that contains quality ruminant proteins. We see the results in our poultry every day and it is good to hear the positive feedback from our customers once they start using Weston Milling poultry feed.  Please note we do not usually keep Chook Grow in stock at our store. If you would like a bag please let us know we will need a week to order it in. Thank you. MUST NOT BE FEED TO RUMINANTS "contains ruminant protein" Yes, we can courierPlease note all our 25kg bags are sent out in large heavy-duty plastic bags 😊Please re-cycle these where you can ♻️ Working Together - Weston Milling & AppletonsWeston Milling has been supplying feed for our hens and yours for nearly 20 years. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to promote and grow this premium brand while highlighting the benefits of their quality feed. We are thrilled to see their market share increase, and thanks to our combined efforts, we are now able to offer sharper pricing. This means we can provide you, our valued customers, with the best feed at the most competitive prices.

    $40.00

  • Mini II ECO Incubator | Brinsea Brinsea Mini II ECO Incubator

    Mini II ECO Incubator | Brinsea

    11 reviews

    Entry-level, low-cost small incubator ideal for the beginner who wants to be hands-on. Download Product BrochureCapacity: 10 hens’ eggs The Mini II Eco combines the fundamental high-quality design of its more sophisticated models with the simplicity of use. (Eggs need manual turning twice daily) See our optional semi-auto turning kit below... High visibility cabinet Biomaster™ anti-microbial plastic External water top-up Fan-assisted airflow Glass thermometer 3-year guarantee Maximum Egg Capacities (approximate): Maximum Egg Capacities (approximate): Quail - 24Pheasant- 12Hen - 10Duck - 8Goose - 0 Optional  Semi-Auto turning kit complete with 7 egg and 12 egg disc + external egg turning the adjuster. Protected by Biomaster antimicrobial additive: proven to reduce bacterial growth by 99.99% and 100% safe for eggs, chicks and humans. Protects hatches from microbial transfer by cross-contamination helping to reduce unexplained hatching failures. Product specifications:Product weight (g): 833Product dimensions inc PSU/power cable (mm): 245 x 244 x 165Typical power consumption (Watts): 12Maximum power consumption (Watts): 20The Brinsea Mini II incubators are subject to EU design registration No: 003007103-0001

    $220.00

  • Cat or Possum Trap | Live Capture Cage Trap Cat or Possum Trap | Live Capture Cage Trap

    Cat or Possum Trap | Live Capture Cage Trap

    8 reviews

    This is a perfect trap to catch feral cats, ferrets, stoats and possums. This is a good-sized trap. An ideal trap around pets and children. The mechanism is activated as the animal treads onto the plate to reach the bait, this releases the door and closes the trap. There is no way of the animal getting back out once the trap has been fired. Once baited and set this trap can be safely left with no risk of injury to children, birds or animals and when a target species is captured, the trap and animal can be handled with complete safety. Also has a metal hand protector so live pests can be carried safely with no risk of bites or scratches. This trap has a rust-resistant zinc coating. Folds flat for easy storage and transportation. Please note we courier this out in its printed outer cardboard carton - it is not wrapped. Dimensions: Length 65.5CM - Height 27CM - Width 24CM This trap is used by professional pest contractors, farmers, Regional Councils and the Department of Conservation.

    $94.95

  • Plastic Bantam or Pigeon Nest Eggs Bantam Hens

    Plastic Bantam or Pigeon Nest Eggs | Pack of 5

    7 reviews

    5 small white eggs. Plastic Bantam or Pigeon Nest Eggs. A plastic bantam sized weighted white plastic brood eggs. Eggs are 40mm long by 30mm in diameter. Weighing 11gms each. Pack of 5 eggs. Please take note of measurements as these eggs are on the small side for bantam eggs. Keep 2 to 3 false eggs in the nest box to encourage your hens where to lay.We recommending investing in some fake eggs. Very handy to have for a few reasons! We place them in the laying boxes when pullets are POL (point of lay) to encourage them to lay in the nest boxes. Hens will go and lay where there is usually an egg or two so having a pair of fake eggs permanently in the nest box/es is a good idea. Collect the fresh eggs daily and leave the fake eggs as an indicator to your hens. Slipping some wooden eggs under a broody hen to keep her sitting is another reason to have a pair... and fake eggs are solid so cannot be pecked at... collect fresh eggs often to reduce the risk of hens eating eggs. 

    $9.00

  • D-Cup Feeder/Drinker 12cm D-Cup Feeder / Drinker 12cm

    D-Cup Feeder & Drinker 12cm

    1 review

    Handy little feeder that doubles as a drinker! Quality plastic feeder/drinker 12cm.We use these for our rabbits too.Current available colour: Sold out of pink and blue...only white available now!

    $6.95

  • Automatic Mini Cup Drinker

    Mini Cup Drinker

    10 reviews

    This drinker fits below a bucket or a container with a thick base. We recommend approx. 1 drinker per 2 to 3 chickens. (e.g. a flock of 6 hens will require approx. 2 to 3 lubing cups). The drinker works on a similar principle to nipple drinkers, although is designed for use specifically for poultry and game (not rabbits or mischievous parrots that like to chew). The device requires a low-pressure gravity feed supply via a header tank, drum or bucket. (no greater than 400mm of head). Alternatively, the cups can be attached directly to any container with a reasonably thick base so can be drilled and threaded. The drinker has a tapered thread, so will self tighten as threaded into your container. Tips for training chooks onto nipples  The golden rule for teaching birds to use any type of new watering system like nipples is to remove all other sources of water! As long as they have what they are familiar with they will use it first and will never try something new. If their only choice is to drink from that new shiny metal thingy hanging under the pipe or bucket, it will only take one thirsty bird to try it and show everybody elsewhere to get a drink. So just to be perfectly clear, to teach your birds to use the nipples, remember golden rule...Remove all other sources of water! When installing the new nipple system, simply gather your chooks around and show them by tapping the nipples with your fingers which cause water to leak. That will get their attention and they learn very quickly. We recommend 1-3 chooks per nipple.

    $10.00

  • multi nest boxes indoor roll away Rollaway Indoor Multiple Nest Boxes

    Rollaway Multiple Nest Boxes | Indoor

    9 reviews

    Want clean eggs?  Rollaway nest boxes help to reduce egg eating and keep eggs cleaner.An affordable range of wall-mountable metal nest boxes with double and triple nest holes  A rollaway design that ensures that eggs roll safely away upon laying and prevents hens from destroying their own eggs. Features a front guard to help prevent the birds from scratching out bedding. The sides are made of galvanised steel while the sloped top and internal floor is a durable plastic. Small openings on the sides and designed into the plastic bottom nest to allow airflow and ventilation. Detachable plastic basket insert makes for easy cleaning. Shipped flat-packed to save on freight costs, but easy to assemble (and pre-cut holes for mounting on a wall) Please note that our new stock has a slightly different moulded green cover that sits over the eggs once they roll away. Dimensions:Double: 53cm Length x 33cm Depth (plus perch) x 43cm HighTriple: 80cm Length x 33cm Depth (plus perch) x 43cm High

    $149.00 - $199.00

  • Crown Suspension Feeder 5kg Crown Suspension Feeder 5kg

    Crown Suspension Feeder 5kg

    1 review

    Indoor suspension feeder with good capacity. This size feeder is ideal if raising a good number of young chickens on to adulthood and need a feeder that holds a good amount of feed. 5kg quality plastic feeder. Made from high-quality UV stabilised plastic for long life.  The suspension point incorporates a wing nut adjuster for feed flow. The trough also has segregations (anti-scratch fins) to reduce losses from birds flicking feed out sideways. Heavy galvanising on all metal parts. Best hung inside the hen house. Perfect for feeding a small flock of hens: 6 to 10.  Please note these feeders are not sparrow proof. Best used in hen houses with fully enclosed runs to ensure the sparrows do not deplete the feed supply. Please remember sparrows learn quickly where there is free feed and will access houses and runs through pop-holes and gaps in runs to quickly clean up the feed. Upgrade to a Step On Feeder to avoid wastage and contamination from sparrows, rats and mice.

    $25.00

  • 2m Heavy Duty Omlet Run Cover 2m Heavy Duty Omlet Run Cover

    2m Heavy Duty Cover | Omlet Pet Run | 810.0145

    4 reviews

    2m heavy duty walk-in run roof cover with gutter edge. This cover features a unique, innovative built-in gutter edge system which allows you to overlap multiple covers to create a waterproof barrier with no drips.It has been specifically designed to fit on the roof of the Omlet Walk-in Pet Runs. It will provide welcome shade in the summer as well as shelter from the wind and rain.The cover comes complete with bungees so you can easily position it and is made from a long-lasting, heavy-duty material that is completely waterproof. It is extremely hard-wearing and should last you for years to come.This cover measures 95cm x 207cm.The exact material and eyelet specification may vary. Instructions for use when adding multiple covers: Ensure the roped edge of the overlapping cover is facing away from the direction of prevailing weather or facing downhill if on a slope. (Recommended overlap = 5cm.) Please select your cover size carefully as we do not offer returns, exchanges or refunds on Omlet Covers. If you are looking for covers to place on the sides of your Omlet Pet Run we recommend using covers without a gutter edge. The Eglu Cube Covers (clear or heavy-duty) will work well or the Zippi Run Covers (clear or heavy-duty).

    $75.00

  • Nest Box Liner | Eglu Cube Chicken Coop Nest Box Liner Eglu Cube

    Nest Box Liner | Eglu Cube Chicken Coop

    1 review

    These nest liners work really well! Thumbs up all round from both the hens and us! 👍🐔🥚 Lovely, clean eggs to collect each day. We have seen no broken eggs since using the chicken astroturf.  Hens can sometimes kick the wood shavings out the bowl when fluffing around to lay. With the chicken astroturf, they cannot, so eggs are laid directly on top. Perfect! - to await your collection. 😊 Available in a single pack.Size: 22cm x 73cm The advantage of using Chicken Astroturf in your Eglu Cube Chicken Coop: Fewer dirty shelled eggs, fewer cracks and breakages. The open structure of the new nest pad combined with the special shape and high flexibility of its individual blades ensures that the eggs sit on top and do not break. Fewer outside eggs Hens find nests fitted with Astroturf attractive. They seem to prefer Astroturf to any other material.  Cheaper and more profitable Unhygienic litter is now a thing of the past, as is the intensive labour needed to keep replacing it. Astroturf lasts for several years. We recommend buying two squares to alternate between cleans. Easy to install and maintain  The open structure enables more dirt to fall through and the new design prevents dirt from sticking to the nest pad. The mat is easy to clean.

    $36.00

  • Leafy, tightly packed and good quality Lucerne Hay. This season's cut Appletons Lucerne Hay for rabbits and guinea pigs

    Lucerne Hay | 50L Cardboard Box

    10 reviews

    Nutritious, fresh, and locally sourced. Leafy, tightly packed and good quality.  Available in a conventional size bale for pick up or 50L Vol. cardboard boxes for the courier.  No bales available for sale at the moment. Please note we do not fumigate our hay. It is cut and baled in the paddock and stored undercover in our hayshed. We box it on the day we send it. We take a slice from a bale and box it so it's fresh, quality hay, and tightly packed in a cardboard box. We do not have an exact weight - the volume of the box is 50L.

    $18.00

  • Mini Cup Drinker and Elbow

    Mini Cup Drinker + Elbow

    7 reviews

    This drinker fits directly into the side of a bucket or tank. We recommend approx. 1 drinker per 2 to 3 chickens. (e.g. a flock of 6 hens will require approx. 2 to 3 lubing cups). The drinker works on a similar principle to nipple drinkers, although is designed for use specifically for poultry and game (not rabbits or parrots that chew). The device requires a low-pressure gravity feed supply via a header tank, drum or bucket. (no greater than 400mm of head).  The elbow is designed to fit the drinker directly into the side of your own water supply bucket or tank.

    $13.00

  • Wall Connection Kit | Omlet Chicken Fencing Wall Connection Kit | Omlet Chicken Fencing

    Wall Connection Kit | Omlet Chicken Fencing

    3 reviews

    Connect your omlet fencing to a timber fence or Omlet run. The new Wall Connection Kit for Omlet Chicken Fencing is the simple way to connect your fencing with an existing wooden fence, a Walk-In Chicken Run or an Eglu Cube Run. The Connection Kit allows you to create a larger area for your chickens using less fencing, maximising both space and product!All you need to do is attach the three Clip Plates at each end of the fencing to your Walk in Run, Eglu run or wooden fence with the supplied screws, and then clip your Omlet fencing end poles into position, and you will have a new chicken playground. You can choose the size and shape of the area yourself, as well as where you would like to place the gate. Couldn’t be easier! The Omlet Chicken Fencing is the perfect solution if you’re looking to create a space in your garden where your chickens can peck around without the risk of ruining your vegetable patch or wandering into the neighbours, and the Wall Connection Kit gives you more choice when choosing where to position the fencing in your garden. This product includes two sets of attachments to fasten at each end of your fencing. Please choose carefully as we do not offer refunds on Omlet Fencing products.  Please note that the product is designed to work with wood or mesh only. If you want to fasten it to any other material you will need to use your own fixings and installation methods. We recommend speaking to a DIY specialist for advice. Omlet chicken fencing is designed to keep your chickens in an area of the garden and is not designed as protection for your chickens. The connection kit won't work with Omlet Fencing MK1 (purchased before October 2018).

    $42.00

  • Radiant Heat Lamp Set + Emitter | Appletons Radiant Heat Lamp Set + Emitter | Appletons

    Radiant Heat Lamp Set + Emitter | Appletons

    15 reviews

    Our recommended choice if looking for a good quality heat lamp for rearing quail, pheasant and chicks. Providing your newly hatched chicks with the right heat can make all the difference.This is the best set up you can provide your newly hatched chicks/pheasants/ducklings. The quality ceramic heat bulb emits ONLY heat (no light) so your chicks will have the warmth they need without light 24/7. This is a more natural way to raise chicks as the chicks will get a good night's sleep and a rested gut rather than feeding and being active 24/7. We have raised chicks using this heat source for 20 years very successfully. Works particularly well with pheasants, guinea fowl, quail that seem to crave the heat more than chicken chicks!The package comes with all the necessary components and instructions to assemble.We also sell the heat emitter bulbs separately, as always good to have a spare at hand.  Each package includes the following: quality European brand ceramic lamp holder, NZ plug, cord and switch quality New Zealand made reflector quality European ceramic heat emitter information sheet on raising day-old chicks Optional Hanging Chain with Snap HookGalvanised hanging chain and snap hook are essentially for secure hanging of your heat source. Length 1.9m  The safest support for your heat package. Available in 4 sizes depending on the number of chicks you are brooding.  Reflector Size & Wattage Best Position of Use Number of chicks Small Reflector with 75W Emitter In a decent-sized brooder box set up inside a house (building with insulation) Suitable for app. 6-24 day-old chicks Small Reflector with 100W Emitter In a decent-sized brooder box set up in a garage or a shed. Suitable for app. 24 day-old chicks Large Reflector with 150W Emitter In a shed, walk-in hen house  or a very large box (1.5m x 15m) Suitable for app. 24 -50 day-old chicks Large Reflector with 250W Emitter In shed, walk-in hen house or a very large box (1.5m x 1.5m) Suitable for app. 50 day-old chicks

    $148.00 - $192.00

  • Ovaview High Intensity Candling Lamp | Brinsea Ovaview High Intensity Candling Lamp | Brinsea

    Ovaview High Intensity Candling Lamp | Brinsea

    1 review

    This is a brilliant candling lamp! Lights up the whole egg showing the spidery veins in a fertile egg from as early as day 4. The OvaView High Intensity is similar to the OvaView but with a much higher light output from a higher spec LED. The greater power makes the inspection of darker and mottled egg shells easier. Supplied with both the normal flexible black ring to seal against the eggshell plus a smaller version for smaller eggs.The larger power drain means that rechargeable AA batteries are needed. We use camera batteries!

    $99.00

  • Low stock! Topflite Quail Mix 2kg Topflite Quail Mix

    Quail Mix | Topflite

    9 reviews

    1 in stock

    A nutritious blend of seeds and high protein crumble.  Suitable for all breeds of quail. Features NZ grown Canary Seed and Oilseed Bird Rape. Quail are a relatively easy bird to feed especially if kept in an aviary. Topflite Quail Mix is a maintenance food for laying quail older than 6 weeks. Contains no Coccidiostat (antibiotics).Should be fed a part of a balanced diet that includes fresh greens and fruit.  Always have fresh water available. Ingredients: Canary Seed, Panicum (Hungarian Millet), White French Millet, Japanese Millet, Oilseed Rape, Linseed, Red Panicum, Quail Crumble (soya bean meal, peas, broll, vegetable oil). Available in a 2kg and 10kg

    1 in stock

    $20.00 - $48.00

  • 1/8" Plastic Water Nipple for Poultry & Rabbits 1/8" Plastic Water Nipple for Poultry & Rabbits

    1/8" Plastic Water Nipple | Poultry & Rabbits

    4 reviews

    Use nipple drinkers for a clean drink. Small push-operated water nipple suitable for poultry and rabbits. 1/8" Nipples NPT Thread - Nipples can be installed directly into any plastic or alkathene pipes or the base of recycled plastic containers or drums. Very light action, closed by water pressure only. Designed for gravity feed only. NOT suitable for high-pressure mains. No spring or O-ring. Length app. 4cm. Plastic body with a stainless steel pin. How To InstallSimply use a 9mm drill bit and make a small hole in the bottom of your chosen water container. The hole needs to be just smaller than the threaded bit on the nipple. Self screw into the bottom of the container. Advisable to seal around with sealer. Using water nipples helps to reduce water spills where disease would live and breed under open water dishes. Tips for training chooks onto nipples The golden rule for teaching birds to use any type of new watering system like nipples is to remove all other sources of water! As long as they have what they are familiar with they will use it first and will never try something new. If their only choice is to drink from that new shiny metal thingy hanging under the pipe or bucket, it will only take one thirsty bird to try it and show everybody elsewhere to get a drink. To teach your birds to use the nipples remember the golden rule - remove all other sources of water!When you have installed the new nipple system, simply gather your chooks around and show them by tapping the nipples with your fingers which cause water to leak. That will get their attention and they learn very quickly. We recommend 3-4 chooks per nipple.

    $5.00

  • Spray Bottle 1Lt Spray Bottle 2Lt

    Sprayer Bottle

    1 review

    Ideal for mixing Poultry SafeGuard, Smite Pro or Poultry Shield. Handy 1L bottle with an adjustable spray nozzle.  Handy 2L UV stable bottle with adjustable spray nozzle from fine mist to jet spray and a lockable trigger for continuous spraying. Comfortable and lightweight.

    $8.00 - $18.00

  • Elstein ceramic heat emitters Elstein ceramic heat emitters 100W 150W 250W

    Ceramic Heat Emitter | Elstein

    8 reviews

    Top quality. Top brand. An excellent source of heat for newly hatched chicks.Unlike other light bulbs, ceramic heat emitters generate only ceramic radiant heat - not light. This not only saves you energy but also prevents keeping your animals awake at night, simulating a natural cycle and promoting greater health, growth and vitality. Because no energy is wasted as light, they are much warmer than a standard 100W light globe and give off intense radiant heat very quickly - perfect for raising your young chicks, pheasant and ducklings. Ceramic heat emitters also last much longer than conventional lighting bulbs which helps offset the upfront costs. They have a very long life span of up to 10 000 hours if used correctly. They are suitable as a constant heat source for both poultry and in terrariums. Protect against water splashes and knocks. Available in 100W, 150W and 250W. IMPORTANT: Use only in ceramic bulb holders. Elstein-Werk founded and patented the infrared ceramic heat emitter.  Based on the highest possible quality and performance level, their heating elements and systems completely fulfill all demands that customers and users expect from the ceramic infrared emitter.  These are the emitters we use at Appletons and sell in our Appletons Brooder Starter Packages and Radiant Heat lamp Sets. Please check all your orders on receipt. We have 7 days to lodge a claim with the courier. This includes heat emitters (these are all tested and checked to be functioning on dispatch). If we are not notified within 7 days, unfortunately, we cannot address any damage incurred, and this will be at your expense.

    $52.00 - $60.00

  • Poultry Slaughter Cone Poultry Slaughter Cone

    Poultry Slaughter Killing Cone | Medium

    6 reviews

    Slaughter cone. Using a killing cone is a foolproof way to cull poultry. Made of galvanised iron. Safe and humane Fix to a post or wall. Ideal size for heavy breed poultry and ducks. Dimensions: Length 35cm. Diameter 27cm. Step-by-Step Humane Use of a Dispatch Cone 1) Prepare Equipment: sharp killing knife (at least 12–15 cm, double-sided if possible), very clean, disinfected. Cone: mounted at a comfortable working height. Optional but best practice: poultry stunner (electric or percussive). Have a bucket/tray beneath for blood collection. Keep the environment quiet and calm (away from other birds if possible). 2) Catch & Handle Gently Approach calmly, hold the bird firmly but gently. Support wings against the body to prevent flapping. Avoid chasing birds, as this causes stress. 3) Place in the Cone Insert the bird head first into the cone. The cone should be snug so the bird cannot turn or flap. The head and neck should extend out of the bottom. 4) Stun (Preferred Method) If you have a stunner, apply it now: Electric: electrodes applied to both sides of the head (follow device instructions). Percussive: a rapid blow to the head, causing instant unconsciousness. Confirm unconsciousness (no blinking when the corner of the eye is touched, no righting reflex). ⚠️ If no stunner is available, you must cut swiftly and very cleanly (step 5). 5) Neck Cut Use the sharp knife to make a deep, firm cut just behind the jawbone, across both sides of the neck. Aim to sever both carotid arteries and jugular veins in one clean stroke. Avoid cutting the spine or decapitating — bleeding is more effective and humane when vessels are cut. 6) Allow to Bleed Out Keep the bird in the cone while it bleeds. Reflex flapping is normal, but the bird should be unconscious if cut/stunned correctly. Time to death is usually under 60 seconds. 7) Confirm Death Before removing from the cone, check: No rhythmic breathing. No blink reflex when touching the eye. No heartbeat (may be hard to feel, but absence of breathing + reflex = safe). 8) Aftercare Dispose of blood and offal hygienically (MPI requires this). Clean and disinfect equipment after each use. ✅ This method is considered the most humane way for home kill poultry in NZ when a cone is used. ✅ SPCA recommends always stunning first, but if not possible, the cut must be rapid and precise.

    $59.95

  • Eglu Cube Feeder Green Eglu Cube Feeder

    Eglu Cube Feeder | Omlet

    3 reviews

    Great little feeder! If you've expanded your flock, you can make sure there's plenty of delicious food for all your chickens with the Eglu Cube Feeder. The carefully sculpted overhanging front makes it easy for your chickens to eat while keeping their food dry and protected from the droppings of wild birds. Made of hygienic, easy to clean plastic, the Eglu Cube Feeder attaches to your run with strong steel clips. Also fits the Walk-In Run and Runs for the original Eglu Cube Mk1, Eglu Go and Eglu Go UP Chicken Coop. Dimensions: 18cm high by 18cm wide by 35 cm deep The capacity of the feeder is 2.7 litres when placed on a vertical run panel such as the Eglu Cube or Walk in Run, and 1.8 litres when placed on an angled run panel such as the Eglu Go.

  • 1kg 7-Hole Jar Feeder for Chicks & Quail 1kg 7-Hole Jar Feeder for Chicks & Quail

    7-Hole Jar Feeder for Chicks & Quail 1kg

    3 reviews

    Fantastic feeder for newly hatched chicks, pheasant and quail. Screw-on base with 1kg capacity jar. Narrow base diameter makes this feeder ideal in confined spaces. Perfect for small quail. Straight sides make these super hygienic and really easy to keep clean. High Quality, UV Stabilised PE/PP Plastic. Suitable for day-old chicks, bantams and ducklings plus great in the aviary for budgies, finches, quails etc.

    $10.00

  • 7 Hole Bottle Drinker Disk

    7-Hole Bottle Drinker

    5 reviews

    Recycle your plastic drink bottles with this clever little chick drinker! This clever little 2 piece drinker set is a must-have for raising chicks in a brooder or even suitable if raising chicks with their mum. Also ideal in aviaries with quail etc... No chance of accidental chick drownings, as the water tray is totally covered with just enough space for their beaks. There are 7 holes for chicks to drink from. The drinker is in 2 parts with a separable base and top which is threaded to cope with the most common style drink bottle threads (As seen in photo with 1.5 litre cola water bottle) Note: Bottle not included. The top can be totally removed so the unit can be thoroughly cleaned.

    $10.00

  • Green Tunnel Door | Zippi Green Tunnel Door | Zippi

    Green Tunnel Door | Zippi

    Green door. With the Zippi Tunnel  System there are no limits to the size or shape of system that you can build so you can let your imagination - and your pet - run wild!The lockable Zippi tunnel door can be added to the Zippi tunnel door frame to create a handy 'lock-out' option. This allows you to safely contain your pets within a run and is especially useful when it comes to cleaning their hutch or another part of the Zippi system. The diameter of the hole is 168mm and the door frame itself measures 253mm x 313mm.

    $23.00

  • Working together - Appletons & Weston Pigs Choice Pigs Choice 25kg | Weston

    Pigs Choice 25kg | Weston

    1 review

    Grow your pigs well. A complete feed for growing and finishing pigs Analysis: 17% crude protein, 6% fibre, 6% Fat,  2% Salt Westons Milling Stockfeed has the point of difference over most other brands as it is the only commercial poultry feed (here on the South Island) that contains quality ruminant proteins. We see the results in our poultry every day and it is good to hear the positive feedback from our customers once they start using Weston's poultry feed.  Yes, we can courierPlease note all our 25kg bags are sent out in large heavy-duty plastic bags 😊 Please re-cycle these where you can ♻️ Working Together - Weston Milling & AppletonsWeston Milling has been supplying feed for our hens and yours for nearly 20 years. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to promote and grow this premium brand while highlighting the benefits of their quality feed. We are thrilled to see their market share increase, and thanks to our combined efforts, we are now able to offer sharper pricing. This means we can provide you, our valued customers, with the best feed at the most competitive prices.

    $40.00

  • Euro Chick Feed Trough Euro Chick Feed Trough

    Euro Chick Feed Trough | 30cm

    5 reviews

    Ideal for newly hatched chicks, or in aviaries with ground foraging birds such as quail. Ideal plastic troughs for feeding young chicks up to 4 to 6 weeks of age. Perfect trough if raising chicks in small brooder boxes. The plastic top is hinged one side with clips on the other. Easy to fill and easy to clean. Works well with a chick drinker as a complete chick-rearing set. Available only in a small 300mm/16 hole size.

    $10.00

  • Heavy Duty Half Length Eglu Go Cover

    Heavy Duty Half Length Cover | Eglu Go | 810.0098

    Brilliant half cover that offers some protection. This product will cover approximately half of your Eglu Go 2m Run, providing your pets with a dry, shady area to sit in when they want protection from the sun or rain. Your pets will still have a sunny area to stay in if they choose. This cover is made from a long-lasting, heavy-duty material that is completely waterproof. It is extremely hard wearing and should last for years to come. Complete with bungee hooks for attaching to the run.Exact material and eyelet specification may vary.Cover measures 86cm x 147cm Please select your cover size carefully as we do not offer returns, exchanges or refunds on Omlet Covers.

    $58.00

  • Syringe

    Syringe

    Handy dosing syringe. Always handy to have if administering coxiprol, aviverm or pour-on drench. Similar to one in the image. Please note syringes are for animal use only. 

  • Geo Bird Cage | Budgies, Finches and Canaries Geo Bird Cage | Budgies, Finches and Canaries

    Geo Bird Cage | Budgies, Finches and Canaries

    20 reviews

    Modern geodesic indoor bird cage. Check out our special price on the cream-gold colour way 😊 The revolutionary Geo Bird Cage from Omlet is a breathtaking, contemporary design that redefines what a pet bird's habitat can and should be. The geodesic dome forms a light, safe and spacious area for your birds, creating the perfect environment to reveal their natural beauty.

    $325.00 - $370.00

  • Outdoor run for rabbits and guinea pigs by Omlet Rabbits love to run, hop and jump, so it's important to provide them with enough space to play every day with a Omlet Outdoor Run

    Omlet Outdoor Run | Rabbits & Guinea Pigs

    15 reviews

    Heavy duty steel enclosure for pet bunnies and cavies. Guinea Pigs love to amble around and rabbits love to run, hop and jump, so it's important that you provide your pets with enough space to play in every day. The Omlet Run is extendable in width, length and height, making it suitable for every breed of guinea pig and rabbit (from mini lops to flemish giants).

    $999.00 - $3,399.00

  • Clear Full Length Eglu Go Cover will cover the top and one side of the Eglu Go 2m Run. Protection from wind, hail and rain Clear Full Length Eglu Go 2m run Cover, made from thick, clear plastic, allowing sunlight through whilst keeping the rain, hail and snow out.

    Clear Full Length Cover | Eglu Go | 810.0087

    3 reviews

    Offers protection from the rain for your pets. This cover will cover the top and one side of the Eglu Go 2m Run, giving your pets the ultimate protection from wind, rain and even snow. This cover is made from thick, clear plastic, allowing sunlight through whilst keeping the rain, hail and snow out. The clear cover is designed specifically with the winter months in mind as it allows light in and traps warmth, so definitely not one for the hot weather!  Complete with bungee hooks for attaching to the run.Exact material and eyelet specification may vary.Cover measures 147cm x 168cm Please select your cover size carefully as we do not offer returns, exchanges or refunds on Omlet Covers.

    $79.00

  • Chick Brooder Starter Package for Rearing Day Old Chicks | Appletons Chick Brooder Starter Package for Rearing Day Old Chicks | Appletons

    Chick Brooder Starter Package for Rearing Day Old Chicks | Appletons

    16 reviews

    Everything you need to get started raising chicks. All you need for raising day-old chicks, ducklings, pheasant or quail. 🐥🐥🐤The Appletons Chick Brooder Starter Package is a safe and great way to raise young chicks. The package comes with everything you need to get started...except for the fluffy chicks and starter feed! Wood shavings are packed in a plastic bag inside the starter pack.

    $364.00 - $439.00

  • Chick Drinker & Euro Trough Set

    Chick Drinker & Euro Trough Set

    4 reviews

    Perfect for the brooder box! Perfect for using in the brooder box for day-old chicks, ducklings, guinea fowl and pheasant.The set includes a Crown 1.3L drinker and the Euro chick feed trough. Using the correct drinker and feeder in the brooder box will save both time and money. The chick drinker is designed to prevent chicks drowning and stops chicks walking through water and wetting all the bedding.

    $19.00

  • Omlet Rabbit Water Bottle 600ml (plastic) Omlet Rabbit Water Bottle 600ml (plastic)

    Omlet Rabbit Water Bottle 600ml (plastic)

    4 reviews

    Omlet rabbit water bottle. This standard 600ml Water Bottle Drinker is supplied with the Rabbit Eglu Go Hutch. This bottle is compatible with the Omlet hay rack. The bottle supplied is a different colour to the one in the photo. No wire supplied. The 600ml bottle is designed to fit in the Omlet Hay rack. If you wish to attach directly to the run of a hutch best to use cable ties. Two or three tied together work well. Please take the time to read the instructions on the side of the drink bottle for best results. CAUTION - Follow the instructions below to prevent leakage:1. Completely fill the bottle with fresh, clean water - not half-filled.2. Fully tighten the cap to create a waterproof seal - not loosely tightened.3. Shake or squeeze the bottle once to create a vacuum.4. Check that water is not continuously dripping from the spout.5. Attach the water bottle to the cage for your pets to enjoy, double-check that water isnot dripping.

    $11.95


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