{"product_id":"acox-100ml","title":"Acox 100ml","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAcox Liquid Treatment for Bird Coccidiosis (\"Going Light\")\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eCoccidiosis is a devastating parasitic disease that causes a high mortality rate in young chicks. Commonly affecting greenfinches, canaries, British finches, and pigeons, this condition—often referred to as \"going light\"—requires swift and effective intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAcox\u003c\/b\u003e is a highly effective, easy-to-use liquid treatment designed specifically to combat coccidiosis in birds. It is administered directly into your bird's drinking water to help manage and prevent severe infestations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/b\u003e DO NOT give Acox when chicks are in the nest. Always read the label before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnderstanding Coccidiosis and \"Going Light\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\"Going light\" is primarily caused by a protozoan parasite known as \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003eCoccidia\u003c\/i\u003e. While adult birds frequently carry Coccidia with few visible issues, they can easily pass the parasite to their babies during feeding. Because young chicks have poorly developed immune systems, they are unable to fight off the heavy parasite load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHow the infection progresses:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBloodstream Invasion:\u003c\/b\u003e The Coccidia parasites enter the bloodstream, changing form (often referred to as \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"104\"\u003eatoxoplasma\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrgan Damage:\u003c\/b\u003e The parasites infiltrate and damage the liver and spleen. While there is still enough functioning liver, the chicks appear to grow normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Critical Point (8-12 Weeks):\u003c\/b\u003e As liver damage worsens, birds will spend a lot of time eating but will rapidly lose weight (\"go light\") and ultimately die.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eBy the time physical symptoms appear, the liver damage is permanent. While feeding specialized diets can reduce the liver's workload and save some birds, the liver will not fully repair, leaving them permanently vulnerable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrevention and Management Strategies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eThe key to managing Coccidia is prevention. While it is nearly impossible to eliminate the parasite completely, reducing the Coccidia load in adult birds is crucial. We recommend a three-tiered approach:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFirst Choice (Feast Eggfood):\u003c\/b\u003e Feed your birds our \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003eFeast Eggfood\u003c\/b\u003e. It contains natural anti-coccidial herbs and powerful immune support to keep infestation levels down before and throughout the breeding season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecond Choice (Flourish Supplement):\u003c\/b\u003e If you prefer a different brand of soft food, add our \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"91\"\u003eFlourish supplement\u003c\/b\u003e to their diet. This provides the exact same immune support and anti-coccidial herbs found in Feast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThird Choice (Targeted Treatment with Acox):\u003c\/b\u003e While we advocate for natural prevention, genuine outbreaks require stronger action. We recommend using \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"149\"\u003eAcox\u003c\/b\u003e in addition to Feast or Flourish for the current and following breeding seasons to get the problem under control. \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"268\"\u003e(Reminder: Do not use Acox while chicks are in the nest).\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAcox Application \u0026amp; Dosage Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eAcox is a water-soluble treatment designed for simple administration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStandard Dosage:\u003c\/b\u003e Add 6 ml of Acox per 1 litre of drinking water. Administer for exactly one week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSevere Cases:\u003c\/b\u003e In particularly bad outbreaks, you may continue treatment for a second week at a half-dose (3 ml per 1 litre of water).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eActive Ingredient:\u003c\/b\u003e Amprolium Hydrochloride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImportant Safety Information:\u003c\/b\u003e Always read the product label prior to application. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"82\"\u003eDO NOT GIVE WHEN CHICKS ARE IN THE NEST.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paws \u0026 Perch Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58323257950595,"sku":null,"price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/4420\/6467\/files\/Acox_coccidiosis_treatment_for_cage_and_aviary_birds_2018__44903.webp?v=1782377223","url":"https:\/\/pawsandperch.co.uk\/products\/acox-100ml","provider":"Paws \u0026 Perch Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}