NutriBird B14 Pellet Bird Food: My Experience With The OVR Bird
Overview
The OVR Bird is a Quaker (Monk) parakeet, and he is the first parrot I have ever raised. In his first days with me, people who raise parrots and have plenty of experience helped me out and gave me some of the food they feed their own birds. It was a mix of all kinds of colorful items, with seeds and nuts inside. It was not a branded product that I could identify, and since I had no knowledge at that point, it was important to me to consult a licensed veterinarian.
At my first visit with the veterinarian I was seeing at the time, she went over what he should eat, and what is allowed and what is not. Most of it matched what the people who helped me had told me, and what I had started to find online. When I showed her the mix I had been given, she said it was less suitable, and that he should be eating pellets without all the additions. She recommended a few brands and specific products, and NutriBird B14 looked to me like the highest quality of them.
She came across as professional and gave logical answers that I later found matched what reputable sources say, so I followed her recommendations, including this food. In hindsight, I know she was not necessarily a specialist in exotic animals, with an emphasis on birds. I think that is worth remembering: if you keep a parrot, it is well worth making sure the vet who treats it specializes in exotic animals, with an emphasis on birds.
I bought the B14, The OVR Bird started eating it quite quickly without any problem, and he has been eating it for 4 years now.
Product details
NutriBird B14 is a pelleted maintenance food from Versele-Laga, described by the manufacturer as extruded pellets for budgies and other small parakeets. The pellets are based on selected grains, fruit, and 40% millet seed, with additional iodine.
According to Versele-Laga, the formula is completely consumable and is designed to prevent selective eating behaviour. The manufacturer also states that it supports the intestinal flora, and highlights three features: Opti Digest (natural clay minerals and prebiotics), Opti Feather (nutrients for plumage), and Opti Calcium (a calcium to phosphorus ratio for healthy bones).
B14 is sold in 800g and 3kg packs. The 800g pack is the one I buy and feed. The manufacturer's directions say to provide it freely, and it offers a switching table for gradually moving birds onto the new food.
Specifications
Product Identifiers
| Product Codes | |
| Barcode (800g) | 5410340221013 |
| Barcode (3kg) | 5410340221020 |
| Form | Extruded pellets |
| Package Sizes | 800 g, 3 kgThe package I reviewed: 800 g |
Suitability
| Recommended For (per manufacturer) | |
| Animal Type | Budgies and other small parakeets |
| Directions for Use | Provide freely |
Composition
| Ingredients | |
| Composition | Seeds (millet 40%), cereals, vegetables, vegetable protein extracts, derivatives of vegetable origin, minerals, oils and fats, fruit (apple 5%), sugars, algae (1%), MOS, yucca. |
Nutritional Breakdown
| Analytical Constituents | |
| Protein | 14% |
| Fat Content | 8% |
| Crude Fibre | 5% |
| Crude Ash | 7.5% |
| Calcium | 0.9% |
| Phosphorus | 0.6% |
| Methionine | 0.35% |
| Lysine | 0.75% |
| Threonine | 0.5% |
| Tryptophan | 0.15% |
| Cystine | 0.25% |
| Vitamins (per kg) | |
| Vitamin A | 8,000 IU |
| β-Carotene | 4.8 mg |
| Vitamin D3 | 1,650 IU |
| Vitamin E | 90 mg |
| Vitamin B1 | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 17.5 mg |
| Calcium-D-Pantothenate | 22 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 6.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.03 mg |
| Vitamin C | 55 mg |
| Niacin | 90 mg |
| Folic Acid | 1.65 mg |
| Biotin | 0.29 mg |
| Choline Chloride | 770 mg |
| Trace Elements (per kg) | |
| Iodine | 2.3 mg |
| Copper | 11 mg |
| Manganese | 110 mg |
| Zinc | 105 mg |
| Selenium | 0.11 mg |
| Organic Selenium | 0.11 mg |
| Other Additives | |
| Technological Additives | Antioxidants (with tocopherols), preservatives, bentonite |
| Sensory Additives | Colourants, flavouring compounds |
Pros
Eaten Willingly for 4 Years The OVR Bird started eating it quickly and has been eating it for 4 years now, with no eating problems so far. Eating it for such a long time is a good sign in my eyes.He also gets vegetables, nuts, and fruit, only what is safe for him, plus whatever he manages to steal from my plate.
Fresh and Well Packaged It feels like a quality product: well packed, and it smells fresh when I open the bag. I do not feel the quality dropping between opening the bag and finishing it.I always close the bag airtight right after opening it and store it properly.
Easy to Mix With Other Foods I sometimes give it with small treats that he is allowed, such as a piece of whole wheat bread, nuts, or other foods I want to try. It adds a bit of variety to his eating habits without straying too far from them.
Lower in Fat Than Other NutriBird Options According to Versele-Laga, B14 contains 8% fat, while NutriBird G14 contains 16%. Quaker parrots are prone to obesity, and veterinary sources say the fat in their diet should be carefully controlled. That is a big reason I started with B14 and am very careful about moving to richer foods.Fat values are the manufacturer's analytical constituents. See Additional Links for the veterinary sources.
Cons
Not Confirmed as Intended for Quakers Versele-Laga describes B14 as a food for budgies and other small parakeets and does not name specific species. The pack shows small parrots, while a Quaker is considered a medium-sized parrot. I contacted the manufacturer asking for guidance and have not received a reply yet. If the manufacturer answers, I will share it here and my opinion may change accordingly.
Not Equally Available Everywhere In the area where I live, B14 is relatively available, but not at every store and seller. Other NutriBird products are much easier to find on the market. I need to plan ahead so I never run out and get stuck without it. This may be different in other markets.
Overall Verdict
The food itself does the job. The OVR Bird has been eating it like a champ for 4 years, with no problems to this day and no strange droppings, and I hope it stays that way.
Everything here is my personal experience, and it is not an authoritative recommendation. The manufacturer intends B14 for budgies and small parakeets, I am not sure it is intended for a Quaker, and I have not received an answer from Versele-Laga. So far no professional has told me there is a problem, but I still want an official answer. To me, this should be a product with a manufacturer that knows what it sells and provides this information in an orderly way. I am publishing this review in part to provide that information too. If you keep a Quaker or any other parrot, please consult a qualified professional. If the manufacturer gives a concrete answer, I will make sure you know about it, and my opinion may change accordingly.
One more thing, to be taken with a grain of salt: a parrot breeder told me that B14 produces less waste because the pellet is smaller and easier for the parrot to eat, so there are fewer crumbs. I do not know whether that is true and it did not come from the manufacturer, so I treat it as a claim that still needs to be tested.
A pellet food that The OVR Bird has eaten without any issues for 4 years, with a lower fat level than other NutriBird options. Whether it is the right fit for a Quaker is something I could not confirm with the manufacturer, so treat this as one owner's experience and check with a qualified avian vet.
Pet Care Disclaimer
The content I share is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. My goal at OVR Pets is to share helpful, experience-based insights while keeping the information accurate and responsible.
All the information I share is based on my personal experience and should be regarded as a recommendation only. I also try to cross-check what I share with reputable sources, and I encourage you to consult a veterinarian, ideally one who specializes in exotic animals and birds.
Where to buy
Below is the link to purchase NutriBird B14:
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FAQ
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Additional Links
Versele-Laga Official Product Page
versele-laga.com
VCA: Feeding Your Quaker Parrot
vcahospitals.com
MSD Vet Manual: Nutritional Diseases of Pet Birds
msdvetmanual.com
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