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…
How Often and How Much Time Should I Interact With My Parrot?
How Often and How Much Time Should I Interact With My Parrot?
And what actions should I take when face to face with the bird? As highly social and intelligent animals, parrots thrive on regular interaction with their human caregivers. Editors note: …
Can Two Species of Pet Birds Be Kept in the Same Birdcage
The question of whether two species of pet birds can be kept in the same birdcage is a common one among pet bird companions. While it is possible to keep…
Why Are Pet Birds So Messy? Got Vacuum?
Birds are known for being messy creatures, and this can be seen not only in their living spaces but also in their feeding areas. There are a few reasons why…
Another Senegal Parrot Morphing Into a Tiny Feathered T-rex!
So, you've got yourself a Senegal parrot, and it's decided to turn into a tiny, feathered T-Rex! Don't worry, we've got you covered. Here are some reasons why your parrot…
Wrangling hormonal budgies makes cat herding look easy
Wrangling Hormonal Cockatiels Makes Cat Herding Look Easy
This is a follow-up to the post How My Cockatiels Are Surviving a Long Trip Away From Home Diane P. relates, Using the suggested 72 hours of light seemed to…
Can We Stop Our Four-year Old Parrotlet From Laying Eggs?
Chris S. reported, Our four-year-old parrotlet has recently started laying eggs. She has suddenly begun nesting under the newspaper we put in the bottom of her cage. So far she…
Does My Female Budgie’s Posture Indicate Her Hormonal Behavior?
J. J. H., II wrote: Hello Catherine, I have a quick question for you. I have a female Budgie that I have had for over two years. Her birthday is…
I have a parrotlet who will be 10 years old this year
Does My 10-Year-Old Parrotlet Need a Warmer in His Birdcage?
Hi there, I have a parrotlet who will be 10 years old this year. Just recently (past 6 months) she has decided to sit on top of the lampshades in…
