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Quail are BACK!

We’re happy to announce that the FULL size range of QUAIL and QUAIL EGGS are back!

We’ve got a new source, so quail are now LOCALLY SOURCED from a FAMILY FARM. Individually frozen, so no more ‘bird clumps!

Quail is a great way of providing variety for your snake, cat, dog, or bird of prey!

Quail and quail eggs can be excellent additions to the diets of reptiles, dogs, and cats for several reasons:

  1. Nutritional Value: Quail and quail eggs are packed with essential nutrients that are beneficial for the health of pets. They are rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals such as B vitamins, iron, zinc, and selenium, which are important for maintaining energy levels, supporting muscle growth, and promoting overall wellbeing.
  2. Digestibility: Quail meat and eggs are easily digestible for pets, making them a suitable option for animals with sensitive stomachs or digestive issues. This digestibility can help prevent gastrointestinal upset and ensure that pets can efficiently absorb the nutrients they need from their food.
  3. High Protein Content: Protein is a crucial component of a pet’s diet, especially for carnivorous animals like reptiles, dogs, and cats. Quail meat and eggs are high in quality protein, which is essential for maintaining healthy muscles, supporting immune function, and promoting proper growth and development.
  4. Low Fat: Quail meat is relatively low in fat compared to other types of poultry, making it a suitable option for pets that require a lean diet or those prone to weight gain. Additionally, the fat content in quail eggs is also moderate, providing a balanced source of nutrition for pets.
  5. Variety: Offering a variety of protein sources in a pet’s diet can help prevent nutritional deficiencies and boredom with their food. Quail and quail eggs provide a novel protein option for pets, which can be especially beneficial for animals with food sensitivities or allergies.
  6. Natural Calcium Source: Quail eggs are an excellent source of calcium, which is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth in pets. Providing calcium-rich foods like quail eggs can help support skeletal health and prevent conditions such as osteoporosis or bone deformities.
  7. Enrichment: Incorporating whole prey items like quail into a pet’s diet can offer mental and physical enrichment. For reptiles, the act of hunting and consuming prey items can simulate natural behaviors, while for dogs and cats, it can provide a satisfying chewing experience and mental stimulation.

When introducing quail or quail eggs into a pet’s diet, it’s important to do so gradually and monitor for any adverse reactions.

Quail Sizing

SKU
QUAIL-EGGS
Description
Quail Eggs
QUAIL-DAYOLDDay Old (1-9g)
QUAIL-CHICKQuail Chicks (10-15g)
QUAIL-SMALLSmall Quail (20-30g)
QUAIL-MEDIUMMedium Quail (30-60g)
QUAIL-LARGELarge Quail (80-130g)
QUAIL-SUBADULTSub Adult Quail (130-160g)
QUAIL-ADULTAdult Quail (170-200g)
QUAIL-LGADULTLarge Adult Quail (200-240g)
QUAIL-XLADULTXL Adult Quail (250-280g)
QUAIL-JUMBOJumbo Quail (280g+)

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    Closed June 5-10th, 2023

    We’ve decided we’re going to be closed June 5th to 10th, 2023.

    Gatineau customers we’ll be adding a delivery THIS WEEK to accommodate.

    Anyone with weekly orders we’ll be contacting so you can double up.

    Since 2020 we’ve really seen the need to keep the work life balance and take time to rest and reset both mentally and physically.

    Thank you for your understanding!

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    Canada Day Order Deadlines

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    Summer is fast approaching and so is Canada Day!

    With the holiday our order deadlines will change slightly for orders between June 19th to July 3rd 2022.

    All order days will move up one day, (Monday @2pm instead of Tuesday @ 2pm)

    It is especially critical to order all all live rodents as well as larger (10+) quantities of soft worms (hornworms, silkworms, waxworms, butterworms) before the deadline to ensure we have enough available to fill your order.

    Regular DeadlineHoliday Order Deadline
    June 21st, 2022 @ 2pmJune 20th, 2022 @ 2pm
    June 28th, 2022 @ 2pmJune 27th, 2022 @ 2pm

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    Short Week Don’t forget to order!

    KEEP CALM THERE'S STILL TIME TO ORDER!!

    Hope everyone had a great Easter long weekend! Don’t forget to get those orders in by 2pm Tuesday for this week!

    **NOTES** No Saturday pickup this week, chicks/quail still very limited.

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    Shipping Updates – Insulated boxes

    We’ll be slowly transitioning to either:

    Uninsulated boxes – feeders that can tolerate cooler over night temperatures and/or will stay warm enough with just box + heatpack

    Light Insulated boxes – More sensitive insects (crickets, superworms, silkworms etc

    Think Insulated boxes – Frozen items

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    No Saturday Pickup – April 23rd

    There will be no Saturday pickup available on April 23rd. Deliveries on April 22nd maybe earlier than usual.

    We’ll also be closed Monday April 25th.

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    Frozen Chicks/Quail – Stock Update

    Due to avian flu it seems that frozen chicks (chickens) and quail will be unavailable for the next 2-3 months. We’ll be doing an inventory on our current stock of quail, but will be very limited for the next while.

    Shop Quail now: https://thedragonlair.ca/frozen-quail/

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    Order Deadline CHANGE for week of April 11th

    Due to Easter long weekend all orders need to be submitted before 2pm on MONDAY. This especially applies to any LIVE rodents as we will not be bringing in any extras.

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    COVID-19 Response and Precautions

    Intro

    We have had allot of people reaching out asking how the current COVID-19 pandemic would impact our business and deliveries. Below is a small FAQ we have started in relation to questions we have received. While these changes may seem extreme we want to ensure safety for both customers and drivers.

    We will continue to update this page as questions come in, however for the most up to date information be sure to follow our Facebook Page.

    Will we be closing during the Pandemic?

    We have no intention of closing during the pandemic. We will continue to operate with minor changes unless the situation changes.

    Pet stores (and our suppliers) are considered an Essential service buy the Ontario Goverment. Unless this changes (which is not expected) we will continue to be open,

    Operating Hours

    **UPDATED APRIL 4, 2020**

    In order to maintain our phyiscal and mental well being, we will be making a slight change to our operating hours. This will impact (when we answer the phone, Facebook Messages and Emails.

    NEW HOURS:
    Monday 9-6pm
    Tuesday 9-6pm
    Wednesday 9-9pm
    Thursday 9-9pm
    Friday 9-6pm
    Sat/Sun- Closed.

    Order Cut Off times

    **UPDATED APRIL 21, 2021**

    In order to maintain a quality level of service our customers expect we will be implimenting the following order cut off times during the current scenario.

    Local Deliveries (Ottawa, Gatinea, Rockland, Kingston, West Carelton)

    Wednesday Deliveries – 6pm Tuesday
    Thursday Deliveries – 6pm Wednesdays
    Friday Deliveries 6pm Thursdays

    Canada Wide Shipping

    Confirmation and all payments must be received before the times listed below:

    Wednesday Shipments — 6pm Tuesday

    New Precautions relating to COVID-19

    While we continue to operate we will be making several changes as a precaution.

    We are temporarily going to stop accepting payments at the door. All orders must be pre-paid. Orders can be paid in advance via Credit Card or EMT (e-Transfer). If you have any questions regarding this please let us know.

    “Knock and Drop” deliveries, too your door deliveries will continue in Ottawa, Gatineau, Rockland, and our Kingston route. However we will now be using a ‘knock and drop’ method for deliveries to limit exposure for both our customers and drivers. This means that drivers will knock/ring to ensure your home and leave your order on the door step.

    Appartment/Condo Deliveries, for customers living in Appartments or Condo with a buzzer/ringer for access customers will be rung/buzzed to inform them that the driver is on site. Delivery can then be picked up in the enterence way. We will ask that our drivers remain on site until delivery is received to ensure delivery.

    Canada Wide Shipping

    **UPDATED APRIL 4, 2020**

    We do not expect any changes to shipments unless Purolator/UPS/FedEx stop accepting packages. Shipments will be sent out on Wednesdays due to some couriers reporting delays in delivery.

    Donations to Ottawa Food Bank

    **UPDATED APRIL 4, 2020**

    We will now be giving customers the option of rounding up there order to the nearest dollar and donating to the Ottawa Food Bank.

    More information

    For more information be sure to follow reliable information sources. Below are links to information available from Government of Canada as well as regional Public Health offices.

    National – Public Health – Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Updates (Canada.ca)

    Ottawa Public Health

    Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington Public Health

    Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit