Dr. Pol Healthy Start 18% Poultry Pearls Complete Starter Chick Feed
In a Nutshell
- Healthy and happy chicks when accepted.
- Strong chemical smell is a deterrent.
- Packaging issues reported.
Quick Verdict
Dr Pol Healthy Start 18% Poultry Pearls Complete Starter Chick Feed receives mixed reviews. Some buyers love it, stating chicks have beautiful feathers without issues, while others find the feed rancid and inedible for their chicks, mentioning strong chemical smells.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Some users complained about chemical smell and a strong to be dangerous smell
Prevention: Careful review for the odours prior to purchasing next buy
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Healthy Chicks (2)
Chicks grow healthier and happier.
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Ease of Feeding (2)
Easy to feed with no waste.
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Desirable size (3)
Just right size for newborn chicks
Cons
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Chemical Smell (5) major
Multiple buyers found a strong chemical smell
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Incompatible Packaging (2) minor
Shipping issues include leaky bags.
Quality Trend: Declining
Recent reviews mention quality issues and complaints like chemical smell and ransom feed
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Newest Chickens Owners — For those interested in a good start-mastercaregiver
✗ Skip If
- • Owners not used to chemical ingredient in food — Inedible for their chicks
Durability & Care
Factors: storage conditions
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
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Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Will it make chilks growfast as unlike chemical smell upon warming?
While inititally low smell mentioned it positivly used as overhealth focussed nest
Which companion poultry to partner?
Partenership of mild birds around preferred
Highlighted Reviews
"This spring I ordered 26 chicks of 7 different varieties from Murray McMurray Hatchery. I fed them the Dr. Pol Pearls for their whole babyhood until they were ready to switch to layer pellets. I've had chicks before, but fed crumbles. I like to feed pellets as adults, so initially purchased this ..."
"This feed was rancid when I received it. My chickens, who will eat anything, would not eat it. I tossed it. Total waste of money."
Bottom Line
If chicks accept, Dr. Pol’s feed could be a beneficial investment. However, due to recurring quality concerns, the strong chemical smell complaints and some packaging issues don’t make this a must for everyone. It's crucial to contact the seller or brand to address disruption.