Increase appetite and encourage weight gain.
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Increase Appetite Naturally with Alfalfa 30c CH
Does your flock need a boost in energy and appetite? Whether you’re raising layers, growers, or recovering rescues, Alfalfa 30c CH is designed to gently stimulate appetite and support digestion in chickens, helping them regain vitality and gain healthy weight.
Alfalfa is a homeopathic remedy that helps the body to increase appetite and aids digestion. It is great used as a nutritional tonic, to assist with weight gain and increase the quality and size of eggs.
Developed by an experienced Animal Homeopath, this remedy offers a safe, natural solution to common feeding challenges in poultry—without synthetic additives or harsh stimulants.
Key Benefits of Alfalfa 30c CH
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Stimulates Healthy Appetite: Increases appetite in underweight or low-energy chickens
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Digestive Support: Acts as a gentle chicken digestive aid to improve nutrient uptake
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Safe & Non-Toxic: Suitable for chickens of all ages, from chicks to seniors
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Easy to Use: Administer directly in the mouth, add to feed, or dilute in drinking water
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Affordable & Effective: A budget-friendly remedy for poultry owners looking for holistic support
Symptoms Addressed
Alfalfa 30c CH can assist chickens experiencing:
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Low food intake or picky feeding behaviour
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Weight loss or stunted growth
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Digestive sluggishness or poor absorption
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Recovery after illness, stress, or worming
Prevent and Manage Naturally
Appetite and digestive challenges in chickens may be linked to stress, illness, diet imbalance, or environmental conditions. Here’s how to support your flock alongside Alfalfa 30c CH:
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Provide varied and nutrient-dense feed, especially during growth and moulting
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Ensure fresh, clean water is always available
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Minimise overcrowding and stressors in the coop
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Rotate supplements seasonally to match your chickens’ needs
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Observe for signs of sluggish digestion or low appetite early
Why Choose Alfalfa 30c CH
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NZ Crafted: Made in New Zealand with care, using safe, natural ingredients.
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Holistic and Gentle: Complements natural chicken rhythms and wellness practices.
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This product is available in various sizes: 25ml, 50ml, and 100ml glass bottles with droppers, 200ml and 500ml plastic bottles with caps, and 1, 2, and 5-litre plastic jerry cans.
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Long Shelf Life: Up to 5 years for easy storage and use over time
Boost Your Chickens' Appetite the Natural Way
Whether your chickens are recovering from stress or simply need a boost, Alfalfa 30c CH offers an affordable and easy-to-administer remedy that promotes healthy feeding and digestive balance.
For more insights, visit our information page on Healthy chickens and birds with homeopathy or check out our other articles on chickens and animals.
Natural Pet is a proudly New Zealand–owned and operated small business, specialising in handmade natural homeopathic remedies for chickens and animals.
How to use
All Agripathics remedies come in liquid form, as we have found this to be the easiest way to administer them.
You can dose a chicken or bird individually or at the flock level.
Individually:
Homeopathic remedies are best administered onto a mucus membrane, so directly into the mouth, otherwise into food or water..
Flock Level:
This is best done by adding one capful or dropperful to their water trough, so that each time they drink, they receive a dose.
How long will a bottle last?
Dropper
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Size |
Individual |
Flock |
Water Volume |
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25ml |
125 |
33 |
Up to 2 litres |
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50ml |
250 |
50 |
Up to 10 litres |
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100ml |
500 |
66 |
Up to 20 litres |
Caps/water troughs
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Size |
Individual |
Flock |
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200ml |
1000 |
20 |
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500ml |
2500 |
25 |
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1 litre |
5000 |
50 |
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2 litre |
10000 |
100 |
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5 litre |
25000 |
250 |
All instructions on usage amount and duration are provided on the bottle.
General Disclaimer: Our remedies are designed to support your pet's and animal's natural immune system. We do not claim to treat, medicate or cure any health conditions. If you are worried about your animal or feel they are in pain or suffering, please contact your veterinarian.
Ingredients
Homeopathic ingredients:
Alfalfa 30c
Base Composition
Formulated in a liquid base of human‑grade undenatured ethanol (10%) and purified water.
About Our Ethanol Base
Our remedies are preserved using human‑grade undenatured ethanol, selected for its purity and suitability across species. The gentle 10% concentration supports product stability while remaining appropriate for routine use with companion animals, birds, horses, and livestock.
Ethanol and Animal Administration
Each dose contains only a minimal amount of ethanol. Most animals tolerate this well, and remedies may be administered orally, added to feed or water, or applied topically depending on species and context.
For animals with known sensitivity - or when cautious administration is preferred - the following approaches may be used:
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Dispense drops into feed and allow to stand for 20 minutes before offering
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Dilute in a small volume of warm water and allow to stand for 20 minutes prior to administration
These methods allow partial ethanol evaporation while preserving the integrity of the active ingredients.
Ingredient Philosophy
We select ingredients with a focus on purity, safety, and functional integrity. Our undenatured ethanol base reflects this commitment - clean, balanced, and suitable for diverse species, from household companions to performance and production animals.
FAQ's
Is ethanol safe for animals? Yes. Our remedies use a very small amount of human‑grade undenatured ethanol (10%), which is widely accepted as safe for routine use across species.
Why is ethanol used in the remedies? Ethanol acts as a gentle preservative, helping maintain stability and potency over time. It also supports the integrity of homeopathic preparations.
Can sensitive animals still take the remedy? Absolutely. For animals with known sensitivity, drops can be added to feed or diluted in warm water and allowed to stand for 20 minutes. This allows partial evaporation while keeping the remedy effective.
Will my animal taste the ethanol? Most animals show no reaction at all. When added to food or water, the taste is minimal to undetectable.
Shipping
Shipping Within New Zealand
We offer FREE DELIVERY within New Zealand on all orders over $72; this is applied at checkout.
Orders below this amount incur a flat $5 shipping rate, including rural addresses.
Place your order by 12 pm for same-day dispatch.
We ship via CourierPost, whom aim for overnight delivery. For rural addresses, tracking may indicate delivery once the parcel has been handed to the rural delivery agent. Please allow an additional 1–2 working days for final delivery in these areas.
International Shipping Available
We currently offer international shipping to select countries, including Australia. This option can be selected during checkout, with shipping fees calculated based on the parcel’s weight and dimensions.
We have ceased shipping to the United States as the tariffs are now 100%.
If your destination is not listed, please contact us directly - we’ll be happy to explore whether it can be added.
Tracking
Once your order ships, you’ll receive an email with tracking details so you can follow your parcel every step of the way.
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