【Sold out】PEGO's Freeze Dried Food/ペゴのフリーズドライごはん

[What is freeze-drying?]
Freeze-drying is a process in which food is first frozen and then dried under vacuum by sublimating the ice (directly converting it to vapor). Foods produced by this process are called “freeze-dried.”

[Why do we recommend it?]
There was a time when pellets were recommended to make up about 70% of the diet, but that view has been shifting. Today, many recommend keeping pellets around 30% and making 70% or more of the diet from whole foods—vegetables, fruits, seeds, nuts, herbs, coconut, and mealworms.

A range of expert opinions and research findings in Europe and North America has contributed to a growing movement among some bird keepers to reduce pellet ratios and favor whole foods.

Many people find it burdensome to purchase several kinds of organic whole foods every day and prepare them (washing and chopping). For those cases, freeze-dried foods are a practical alternative.

[Nutritional value of freeze-drying]
Freeze-drying can retain about 95% of a food’s original nutrients. If fresh produce is considered 100%, only about 5% is lost. In addition, recent technological advances make it possible to produce these foods without additives, and because little heat is involved, nutrient and flavor loss is minimal. As a result, color, aroma, and nutritional value are well preserved, so you can feed with confidence.

[Palatability]
Individual responses vary, but we have many reports of birds that dislike fresh vegetables coming to enjoy the texture of freeze-dried foods. Birds often need time to recognize a new item as “food,” so introduce it gradually. Try offering it powdered or lightly moistened to find what your bird prefers.

This blend is suitable for a wide range of bird species, including finches, small to large parrots, and more.
It is also appropriate for Eclectus parrots and Galahs (Rose-breasted Cockatoos).

Please note: Suitability for lories and lorikeets has not been confirmed, so we recommend feeding at the owner's discretion.
This product may also be given to other small animals, but please check the ingredients carefully and use your best judgment when offering it.

[How to feed]

For best results, moisten the freeze-dried food before serving. We don’t recommend offering it completely dry.

Reason 1 To help prevent dehydration—because it’s ultra-dry, it can draw water from the body and may increase water intake.

Reason 2 To support enzymes—when kept dry, the natural enzymes in whole foods are largely inactive (dormant). If you want to provide optimal nutrition, adding water may help reactivate enzymatic activity.

Feeding it dry isn’t “wrong,” but this guidance has been updated from a nutritional perspective. Eating comes first—if you do serve it dry, please make sure your bird stays well hydrated

In bird nutrition, “whole foods” are ingredients that wild birds could obtain in nature—fresh vegetables and fruits, seeds, nuts, herbs, coconut, edible flowers, insects, and items that are soaked or sprouted. In short, foods you can recognize at a glance.

With the exception of processed products such as pellets, supplements, and bird cookies, most of these are considered whole foods. (Seeds count as whole foods, too.)

Feeding Frequency
Suitable for daily use.

Suggested Amounts
(Typical guidelines from avian specialists in the US)

・Small parrots: 1 Tbsp
・Medium parrots: 2 Tbsp
・Large parrots: 3 Tbsp

Recommended Pattern

Morning: whenever possible, offer higher-moisture foods.
Breakfast: a variety of fresh whole foods.
Late afternoon/evening: freeze-dried foods.

Pellets
Keep pellets to 30% or less of the overall diet, or use as an occasional treat.
Introduce freeze-dried foods gradually to help birds get used to vegetables.

Serving Tips
Finches and budgerigars may find whole pieces too large. Break by hand, crush in a bag, or mill to a finer size.

Best Method
For most birds, the preferred method is to rehydrate freeze-dried foods in water before serving.

Store at room temperature, away from heat and humidity. Once opened, use promptly; reseal the zipper closure tightly or transfer to an airtight container. For reference, our team keeps them in airtight jars from IKEA.

Made with USDA-certified organic, non-GMO whole-food ingredients.
Vegetables and fruits are washed with apple cider vinegar or baking soda. All ingredients are freeze-dried (no heat).

Net weight: 150 g
(Depending on ingredient density, some mixes may look sparse but feel heavier, or look full yet feel lighter.)

All ingredients are USDA-certified organic, non-GMO whole foods. We use Google Translate, so the English ingredient names shown are the accurate ones. Everything is freeze-dried.

Organic broccoli (freeze-dried), Organic carrots (freeze-dried/dried), Organic peppers (dried), Organic green peas (freeze-dried), Organic green beans (freeze-dried), Organic corn (freeze-dried), Organic blueberries (freeze-dried), Organic tomatoes (dried)

To be updated

September 2026

In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sets maximum “defect action levels” for incidental insect matter, and those limits vary by food type and manufacturing process. Because this product uses pesticide-free ingredients and contains no additives, incidental insects may occasionally be present. Insects associated with produce or herbs (i.e., whole foods) are a natural source of animal protein and are generally not harmful to birds; however, please remove them if you prefer. Returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for issues related to incidental insects