--- product_id: 741921617 title: "Scratch and Peck Feeds | Starter Grit for Chickens & Ducks | 7 lb Pouch | Crushed Quartzite/Granite, Supports Healthy Gizzard Development, Supplemental Poultry Treat" brand: "scratch and peck feeds" price: "₨3188" currency: SCR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Scratch And Peck Feeds" url: https://www.desertcart.sc/products/741921617-scratch-and-peck-feeds-starter-grit-for-chickens-and-ducks store_origin: SC region: Seychelles --- # Perfectly sized for chicks & small breeds Crushed granite grit for optimal digestion Sustainably sourced, eco-conscious choice Scratch and Peck Feeds | Starter Grit for Chickens & Ducks | 7 lb Pouch | Crushed Quartzite/Granite, Supports Healthy Gizzard Development, Supplemental Poultry Treat **Brand:** scratch and peck feeds **Price:** ₨3188 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🪶 Elevate your flock’s gut game with grit that means business! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Scratch and Peck Feeds | Starter Grit for Chickens & Ducks | 7 lb Pouch | Crushed Quartzite/Granite, Supports Healthy Gizzard Development, Supplemental Poultry Treat by scratch and peck feeds - **How much does it cost?** ₨3188 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sc](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/741921617-scratch-and-peck-feeds-starter-grit-for-chickens-and-ducks) ## Best For - scratch and peck feeds enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted scratch and peck feeds brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Grit Size:** Tailored for baby chicks and small poultry breeds to ensure safe, effective digestion from day one. - • **Pure Crushed Granite:** 100% insoluble quartzite grit that stays in the gizzard, grinding feed naturally without additives or fillers. - • **Clean & Additive-Free:** No calcium, oils, or probiotics added—just pure grit to complement your bird’s natural diet. - • **Sustainable & Non-GMO:** Ethically sourced from North American farms, supporting eco-friendly poultry nutrition. - • **Age-Specific Nutrition:** Designed for use from hatch to 8 weeks, promoting healthy feeding habits and digestive development. ## Overview Scratch and Peck Starter Grit is a 7 lb bag of sustainably sourced, non-GMO crushed granite grit designed specifically for baby chicks and small poultry breeds. Essential for healthy gizzard function and digestion, this grit is perfectly sized to promote optimal nutrient absorption from day one through 8 weeks of age. Free from additives and calcium, it supports natural feeding habits and digestive health, making it the go-to choice for conscientious poultry keepers. ## Description Scratch and Peck Feeds manufactures Certified Organic, Non GMO Project Verified animal feeds, supplements, and treats made from raw, whole grains sourced from North American farmers, growers, and producers. Our grit is available in three convenient sizes Review: Perfect Sized Grit for Growing Chicks! - I needed a small-sized grit that didn't contain any extra ingredients like crushed oyster shells for my 8 week old chicks since they are not laying eggs yet and don't need the extra calcium for egg production. This fit the bill perfectly. It is small enough for them to peck at, but not too fine that it is powder, and not too large that it does no good for their digestion. Speaking of which, if your chicks have runny poops, then you need to put them on this grit. Guarantee to firm up their poop in no time. My local feed stores have been out of stock (back ordered) of this type poultry grit for almost 2 months now. I shopped around online for poultry grit from other manufacturers, and this was by far, the best deal around here on desertcart. I also highly recommend their brand of Scratch and Peck feed selections. I purchase 40lb sacks of them from Azure Standard which is much cheaper than the prices here on desertcart. I just wish Azure Standard would carry this brand of Grower Grit. Review: Good size for a bantam duck - I've just started to give it to my duck, but he certainly dove in with gusto. Bantam ducks can choke on the size of grit meant for large birds (Mine is a Call Duck, less than 1.5 pounds, full grown.) This grit is a good size for him, and feels like a good consistency for doing its job of grinding up his food for him. Time will tell, in terms of whether he continues to digest his food well, but he's been on it for a couple of days and so far so good. Because he's a drake, (male duck), he shouldn't have all the calcium that any egg-laying female should have. This grit is good for drakes, and females who aren't laying any eggs, because it has no added source of calcium (like oyster shell). So my duck can get the grit he needs without having to ingest more calcium than is good for him. I also appreciate that it doesn't have any other additives like some of the other grits have in them -- such as vegetable oil or probiotics. He gets healthy fats and probiotics in his food, anyway, which is also from Scratch and Peck, and which I believe to be an excellent quality food. In the ingredients of some of the other grits on the market, they just list "vegetable oil". No telling what kind, what quality. Plus, oil goes rancid, and grit may be stored for quite a while. I'd rather my duck gets his oils and probiotics from a high-quality food which has not been stored longer than is advisable, (as well as from all the "free ranging" bugs he can eat, and from all that dabbling in the mud, which has *got* to be providing some soil-based probiotics... ) ## Features - Necessary For Digestion - Made up of insoluble crushed quartzite or granite, grit remains in the bird’s gizzard to help with digestion. Grit is an essential part of your bird’s diet and should always be provided. - Age to Give - Start day 1 through 8 weeks of age. Broiler from day 1 to 4 weeks. This helps establish correct feeding habits by sprinkling grit over their feed mash for the first week and then offer it free choice in a separate container. - Available In Different Sizes - Scratch and Peck Feeds Cluckin’ Good Poultry Grit is available in three convenient sizes: Chick, Grower, and Layer. We recommend you transition to our Grower Grit from 8 weeks to 20 weeks. - Better Nutrition - Using the appropriately sized grit allows for the maximum nutrient benefit from whole grain chicken feed. Use Chick Grit in conjunction with our Chick Starter Feed to provide your poultry with optimal nutrition from day one. - Promote Healthy Habits - In the wild, the will go out and get the grit themselves, their mother will teach them to pick up little stones and they ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B014RYWRTQ | | Additional Features | Designed for Baby and Small Breeds | | Age Range Description | Baby | | Age range (description) | Baby | | Animal Food Diet Type | Raw | | Animal Food Ingredient Claim | Non-GMO | | Brand | Scratch and Peck Feeds | | Brand Name | Scratch and Peck Feeds | | Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds | | Container Type | Bag | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 894 Reviews | | Dog Breed Size | Small | | Flavor | Chicken | | Flavour | Chicken | | Item Form | Raw | | Item Weight | 3.23 Kilograms | | Item form | Raw | | Manufacturer | SCRATCH AND PECK FEEDS YOU ARE WHAT YOUR ANIMALS EAT | | Manufacturer Part Number | 609224799716 | | Model Number | 609224799716 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | Birthday | | Package Size Name | 7 lb | | Product Benefits | Aids digestion and promotes healthy gizzards | | Recommended Uses For Product | Young Poultry, Chickens, Ducks (1-8 weeks of age) | | Special Ingredients | Crushed Granite | | Special ingredients | Crushed Granite | | Specific Uses For Product | Nutrition | | Specific uses for product | Nutrition | | Target Species | Bird | | UPC | 609224799716 | | Unit Count | 112 Grams | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** Baby - **Brand:** Scratch and Peck Feeds - **Flavour:** Chicken - **Item form:** Raw - **Specific uses for product:** Nutrition ## Images ![Scratch and Peck Feeds | Starter Grit for Chickens & Ducks | 7 lb Pouch | Crushed Quartzite/Granite, Supports Healthy Gizzard Development, Supplemental Poultry Treat - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61DSKuj-ERL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is grit white?** A: This will be shades of grey as it is crushed granite and/or quartz. Crushed oyster shells will be white in appearance. Crushed oyster shell is good for grit and for providing a calcium supplement. However, you don't need to give baby chicks calcium until just before they start laying - somewhere around 6 months. I recommend giving both oyster shell and rock grit to layers. **Q: Does grit normally have calcium in it?** A: No it does not period. This grit product is made of crushed granite. It is not soluble and it passes whole through the entire digestive system. Oyster shell products is soluble and is a great source of calcium. **Q: What is the size of this layer grit vs the chick grit (in mm)?** A: This is a larger grit. Much to big for a silkie my larger hens are not as keen on it. Pretty big pieces **Q: Does this have probiotics?** A: No, and if I want to give probiotics, I'd choose the one I thought best, store it well, and give it in food or on/in a healthy treat. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Sized Grit for Growing Chicks! *by M***. on 26 June 2022* I needed a small-sized grit that didn't contain any extra ingredients like crushed oyster shells for my 8 week old chicks since they are not laying eggs yet and don't need the extra calcium for egg production. This fit the bill perfectly. It is small enough for them to peck at, but not too fine that it is powder, and not too large that it does no good for their digestion. Speaking of which, if your chicks have runny poops, then you need to put them on this grit. Guarantee to firm up their poop in no time. My local feed stores have been out of stock (back ordered) of this type poultry grit for almost 2 months now. I shopped around online for poultry grit from other manufacturers, and this was by far, the best deal around here on Amazon. I also highly recommend their brand of Scratch and Peck feed selections. I purchase 40lb sacks of them from Azure Standard which is much cheaper than the prices here on Amazon. I just wish Azure Standard would carry this brand of Grower Grit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good size for a bantam duck *by I***O on 6 March 2020* I've just started to give it to my duck, but he certainly dove in with gusto. Bantam ducks can choke on the size of grit meant for large birds (Mine is a Call Duck, less than 1.5 pounds, full grown.) This grit is a good size for him, and feels like a good consistency for doing its job of grinding up his food for him. Time will tell, in terms of whether he continues to digest his food well, but he's been on it for a couple of days and so far so good. Because he's a drake, (male duck), he shouldn't have all the calcium that any egg-laying female should have. This grit is good for drakes, and females who aren't laying any eggs, because it has no added source of calcium (like oyster shell). So my duck can get the grit he needs without having to ingest more calcium than is good for him. I also appreciate that it doesn't have any other additives like some of the other grits have in them -- such as vegetable oil or probiotics. He gets healthy fats and probiotics in his food, anyway, which is also from Scratch and Peck, and which I believe to be an excellent quality food. In the ingredients of some of the other grits on the market, they just list "vegetable oil". No telling what kind, what quality. Plus, oil goes rancid, and grit may be stored for quite a while. I'd rather my duck gets his oils and probiotics from a high-quality food which has not been stored longer than is advisable, (as well as from all the "free ranging" bugs he can eat, and from all that dabbling in the mud, which has *got* to be providing some soil-based probiotics... ) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ High quality grit *by L***S on 12 August 2025* My chickens gobble up these rocks. These are noticeably bigger than the starter grit so pay attention to the age recommendation. ## Frequently Bought Together - Scratch and Peck Starter Grit Supplement for Chickens and Ducks - 7 lbs Bag - Essential Supplement for Gizzard and Digestive Health - Sustainably Sourced - Scratch and Peck Whole Grain Starter Mash for Baby Chicks and Ducklings - 10 lb Bag - Corn and Soy-Free Feed with 20.5% Protein, Certified Organic and Non-GMO - Scratch and Peck Feeds Whole Grain Starter Crumbles Chicken and Duck Feed - 25 lbs Bag - Corn-Free and Soy-Free - 20.5% Protein, Certified Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified Chicken Food --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sc/products/741921617-scratch-and-peck-feeds-starter-grit-for-chickens-and-ducks](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/741921617-scratch-and-peck-feeds-starter-grit-for-chickens-and-ducks) --- *Product available on Desertcart Seychelles* *Store origin: SC* *Last updated: 2026-06-28*