Racing Pigeon Grit 20kg Bulk Bag

Give your racing team the essential foundation they need for health, digestion and performance with Racing Pigeon Grit, a carefully crafted blend of natural grit, crushed shell, flint and mineral-rich components designed specifically for the nutritional needs of racing pigeons. This premium grit mix is formulated to support digestion, bone strength, vitality, feather quality, metabolism and long-term health, making it a must-have for every serious fancier.

The Importance of Grit for Racing Pigeons

Unlike many other birds, pigeons do not have teeth. Instead, they rely on their gizzard—powered by tiny stones and sharp particles—to grind and break down food efficiently. A well-structured grit mix acts as the “teeth” of the pigeon, ensuring proper digestion, nutrient absorption and overall wellbeing. Without access to quality grit, pigeons may experience slow digestion, poor feed conversion, reduced performance, weaker bones and inconsistent form.

Racing Pigeon Grit provides the perfect combination of texture, minerals, and trace elements, allowing pigeons to self-select exactly what they need at any time of year.

Key Ingredients & Their Benefits

1. Flint Grit – Supports Digestion & Natural Pecking Behaviour

Flint grit is one of the most essential components of a pigeon’s mineral intake. Its sharp, durable edges help grind and process grains in the gizzard, improving digestion and maximising nutrient extraction from every meal. Good digestion leads to:

• Firmer droppings

• Better feed efficiency

• More consistent energy levels

• Improved muscle function and stamina

Flint grit also encourages natural pecking behaviour, keeping pigeons stimulated and helping maintain a calm, content loft atmosphere.

Crushed Cockle Shell – Strength for Bones, Feathers & Eggs

Crushed cockle shell is a highly absorbable source of natural calcium. Calcium plays a crucial role in:

• Bone density

• Feather quality and elasticity

• Eggshell strength in breeding hens

• Muscular contractions during flight

• Long-term skeletal health in young birds

Because cockle shell is softer and easier for pigeons to absorb than stone grit, it provides a fast and reliable mineral boost.

Oyster Shell – Boosts Metabolism & Fat Utilisation

Oyster shells offer a slow-release form of calcium but also support metabolic activity. A strong metabolism is essential for:

• Efficient fat burning

• High-performance racing

• Maintaining form throughout the season

• Supporting recovery after long-distance flights

Oyster shells dissolve gradually in the pigeon’s digestive system, helping maintain long-term mineral balance.

Omega-3 Enriched – Supports Immunity, Feathers & Disease Prevention

Omega-3 fatty acids are well-known for their health benefits in animals and humans alike. In pigeons, Omega-3 plays a powerful role in:

• Reducing inflammation

• Improving feather sheen and feather growth

• Strengthening the immune system

• Supporting heart and respiratory health

• Helping prevent serious disease and oxidative stress

Very few pigeon grit products include Omega-3, making this an exceptionally valuable addition for overall vitality.

Why Racing Pigeon Grit Is Essential for Peak Performance

✔ Supports long-distance stamina

Proper digestion means pigeons extract more energy and nutrients from their feed, fuelling longer, harder and more competitive races.

✔ Improves vitality and wellness

The balanced mineral profile helps pigeons maintain strong bones, good feather quality, stable digestion and a healthy immune system.

✔ Aids breeding and youngster development

Calcium-rich cockle and oyster shells support healthy eggshells, fertility, and strong skeletal development in squabs and young pigeons.

✔ Enhances natural behaviour

Flint grit and shell fragments encourage natural pecking and foraging instincts that reduce stress and promote positive loft behaviour.

✔ Year-round benefits

Whether during breeding, the racing season, the moult or winter rest periods, pigeons require constant access to grit to remain in balance.

How to Feed Racing Pigeon Grit

• Provide free-choice in a grit tray, small dish or gallipot.

• Replace frequently to maintain freshness and prevent contamination.

• Can be offered daily or several times a week depending on loft preference.

• Suitable for racing pigeons, breeders, youngsters and stock birds.

Pigeons naturally regulate their mineral intake, so allowing them constant access ensures they take exactly what their body needs—no more, no less.

Who Is This Product For?

• Competitive racers seeking consistent results

• Fanciers who want to strengthen digestion and overall health

• Breeders needing reliable mineral support for hens and youngsters

• Anyone who wants to provide a complete, natural grit blend for pigeons

Whether you’re racing club level or national competition, Racing Pigeon Grit is an essential part of a strong nutritional programme that keeps pigeons flying hard and recovering fast.