Ringneck Advice For a Well Bitten (Her Words) Customer
Sharon Mc. writes:
 Hi Catherine,
 Sunnie (if female)/Sunny (if male) was born on 4/27 and I brought her home on 6/27. (more…)
How Do I Handle the Loss of a Budgie From a Bonded Pair?
Marylinda reported,
After probably 6 – 7 years together, Winter, the male of the pair of parakeets we adopted was found dead in the bottom of the cage on July Fourth. He had looked like he was getting ready to molt.Â
The Effects of Zinc on Parrots Should Not Be Underestimated
More than you ever wanted to know!
For the Birds
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Should I Be Concerned With Feeding My Birds Chop?
Lisa S related,
Hi, I read the recent article about chop and I’m a little concerned.Â
I want to make sure I’m feeding my birds the best diet possible.Â
I have an IRN and a conure.
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The Importance of Introducing Toys to Pet Birds Early On
The Importance of Introducing Toys to Pet Birds Early On
Dear Catherine,
Omar and Milo are not playing with those wonderful toys.
I’m thinking that the breeder that turns the young budgies over to the animal shelter had probably never exposed them to toys before and they don’t know how to play.
How to Use Exercise for Quieting Noisy Birds in Your Home
Lisa wrote
I want to thank you for your advice on birdie exercise. Â
My ringneck was getting pretty noisy. He has a full spectrum lamp, lots of toys, and his own room.Â
Can I Leave an African Grey Outside the Cage & Go to Sleep?
He’s new to our family. I’m afraid to try to put him back in the cage, he may have unwanted reactions. The place is safe for him and closed, and he’s still in his cage now.
Catherine replied
Why are you making the assumption that your new parrot who came from a caged environment would have a problem with living in a caged environment in your home?
How Do I Make My Cockatiel Parents Act Like Cockatiel Parents?
Until recently, I've been very proud of King and Snow's parenting of their baby. However, Snow has started pulling out the baby's feathers. The baby is in his/her fifth week. …
How Do I Convince My Budgies to Come Off That 13 Foot Valance?
Rosemary asks, My present parakeet, Kiwi, lost her friend Snowy on 2/19/23. Two and a half weeks ago I adopted a new parakeet friend for Kiwi, Lemon. Lemon came out…
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Do You Offer Mess Less Pet Bird Feeders for Cockatiels?
I have an A & E parrot cage for my cockatiels. The side door measures 7“ wide x 6“ tall.  Do you have a no-mess seed dispenser that would fit…
