Quarantine - electrolytes

[maru]

Hi!
I have two new gouldians, and I need to start the quarantine, especially since one of them is fluffed.
I read Laraine´s advice here: http://www.ladygouldian.com/content/why ... -new-birds , but first of all she recommends NV powder or quick gel, and I don´t have any of those. She says: "If you do not have access to any of these products, then you could use either Pedialyte or Gatorade, mixed 50/50 with water. I prefer the products made specifically for birds as most of them also contain needed vitamins and minerals to boost the immune system."
So I thought that I can use this option (Gatorade or Pedialyte mixed with water 50/50) and add Dufoplus, so the birds will have the benefit of the vitamins, too.
I just want to know if it´s ok to mix them.

[maru]

One more question: if I use gatorade, which flavor would be better? I was thinking orange...

[debbie276]

In a pinch I've used the original gatorade but I don't use any of those products so can't help you there. Vitamins added to water can make the water go off quickly in the heat so be careful.
Sometimes birds don't drink water that has added things to it so be careful that they are not drinking whatever you decide to give them.
good luck and congratulations on your new goulds

[maru]

Thank you Debbie!