Brown's Encore Classic Natural Parakeet Food
In a Nutshell
- Highly praised by parakeets and owners
- Quality and variety of seeds are excellent
- Recent price increases and health concerns reported
- Most users are satisfied, but caution is advised
Quick Verdict
This is an excellent seed mix for parakeets, praised for quality and variety. However, recent price increases and reported health issues in birds have caused some concern.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Pros & Cons
Pros
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High Quality Seeds (4)
Users praise the variety and quality of seeds.
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Favorite Among Parakeets (3)
Detailed reports from multiple users confirm their birds love this food
Cons
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Recent Price Increases (1) major
Multiple users have commented on significant price increases.
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Bird Health Concerns () critical
There's a serious issue raised by Linda who says my birds became ill after this change
Quality Trend: Declining
Users report a decline in quality due to the presence of fillers and a significant price increase
Positive overall with some recent concerns
concerned because of recent product qualtiy issues
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Parakeet owners — Parakeets love this food and it’s praised for its variety and quality.
✗ Skip If
- • Those on a tight budget (purchased for years) — Recent price increases and concerned reports about fillers and health issues.
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
What kind of fillers were included in the seed?
dried smashed peas and carrots
Were all birds affected by fillers?
the same would be bought by 13 out of 41 buyers because many expressed positive views
Highlighted Reviews
"Very impressed by how quickly all my parakeets took to this new brand. I am very pleased with the quality."
"Ive ordered this for years and even recommended it to my community. Past few months price went from average $6 for 5lb bag to $9 for 4lb bag. On top of it fillers that no one can eat (dried smashed peas and carrots) and my healthy birds became ill all at once, one may not even make it. Ive ordered 1..."
Bottom Line
If you're looking for a high-quality seed mix that your parakeets will enjoy, this is a strong contender. However, be mindful of the recent price increases and potential health risks mentioned by some users.