Can You Help Me With A Shy Pet Bird?
Despite sharing some fearful behaviors, a shy bird stands distinct from a fearful bird.
When you focus, you can observe a shy pet bird’s perception of family life.
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How I Fixed My Rescued Moluccan Cockatoo From Feather Plucking
When I took in a rescued Moluccan cockatoo he had 3 large sores and no feathers on his chest.
We provided him with a 4’×4’×6′ aviary cage with bird lighting, an open window to allow filtered afternoon sun for him to sit in, toys in the 1/3 to 1/2 upper part of the cage, and lots of rope and solid perches.
Following Up on the Cohabitation of Milo and Omar My Budgies
Following Up on the Cohabitation of Milo and Omar My Budgies
Dear Catherine,
I thought I’d give you an update about my new bird Milo — a young (I think), companion for my 4-year-old budgie Omar.
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What We're Doing to Help Smoke Our Budgie With a Broken Wing
What We’re Doing to Help Smoke Our Budgie With a Broken Wing
We take these little feathered angels in. They are not placed in isolation, just Gen-Pop.
Their quality of life is second to none.
The freshest commercially prepared bird foods. (more…)
Why do pet bird keepers allow poop to drop in food dishes?
Why Do Pet Bird Keepers Allow Poop to Drop in Food Dishes?
Marla S. Relates
Hi, your toys, treats, and perch setup is nice. Not overcrowded and laid out nicely. One comment though.
As a Lovebird Mom for over nine years now It baffles me to this day to see other bird parents place their bird’s open food and water dishes on the cage floor!
This is in the direct path of the bird’s droppings!
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How Dangerous is Wi-Fi for My Parrot or Pet Bird?
Subject: wi-fi safety
Description:
HI! Love the newsletter! have a question about wi-fi–how dangerous is it for my parrot? I do not use it often and since I was upgraded to 5g, I keep the computer unplugged when not in use and use ethernet.
Life With Birds @ Windy City Parrot
They were separated shortly thereafter Most of our birds are rescues - we did help hatch 3 of the 8 rescued budgies Note brief cameo of me with beard tucked…
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.
I want to make sure I’m feeding my birds the best diet possible.
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.
My ringneck was getting pretty noisy. He has a full spectrum lamp, lots of toys, and his own room.