I’m Frustrated With Featherbrite-how Do I Fix My Lighting?
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I’m Frustrated With Featherbrite-how Do I Fix My Lighting?

Cynthia expresses her frustration with the FeatherBrite birdcage lighting system:

I have the swag lights that require two bulbs.

I bought the 16 watts LED bulb and the UV blue bulb in September, and now they’re burned out.

I don’t even see the same bulbs as a set for sale on your site.

I have a Pagoda-style light that requires one bulb but those apparently aren’t sold for that style anymore.

I can’t keep buying lighting fixtures. Help!

 

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If Albino Birds Are Mutations Why Do They Have Shorter Lifespans?
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If Albino Birds Are Mutations Why Do They Have Shorter Lifespans?

Bruce S. relates:

 

Hi, recently Mom’s albino parakeet I’ve been taking care of crossed the rainbow bridge.

 

Mom passed in November (2020), and the bird had been with me for several years.

 

Believe he made it to almost 7 years old, and I’m waiting for info from the pet store on the exact age.

 

Just curious about your knowledge of albino parakeets, he was a sweet and cool bird.

 

Thanks!!

 

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How Do I Care For My 2 Eclectus Parrot Pluckers?
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How Do I Care For My 2 Eclectus Parrot Pluckers?

Hi Randall

I’m looking at the pictures you sent, thank you.

Obviously, the birds have feather self-destruction issues.

Typically these need to be addressed holistically.

Before we get granular on the issue let’s do some housekeeping and talk about this particular species.

 About 20% of parrots are sexually dimorphic meaning you can determine the sex of the bird by its color or markings.

Eclectus parrots are either red and blue (female) or green (male). 

Male ringnecks have the ring,  females have none.

 

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Follow Up to Did a 6 Week Absence Cause My Budgie’s Negative Behavior?
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Follow Up to Did a 6 Week Absence Cause My Budgie’s Negative Behavior?

Hi Mitch,

I just noticed that you posted my questions about Ricky on your Blog. 

Here’s the original post

I’m fine with that but feel a bit uncomfortable about naming my bird’s vet and giving her web address.

I came to you with my query as I am not seeing improvement in my bird after several appointments. 

Your advice has been read and will be re-read. 

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Do Birds Get Coronavirus? I Had It About a Month Ago.
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Do Birds Get Coronavirus? I Had It About a Month Ago.

From: June S.

 

Subject: Re: Hi June ~ How to Remodel Cages to Reduce 2 Bird’s Hormonal Behavior

 

Hi Mitch,

 

Do birds get coronavirus? I had it about a month ago.

 

My two parakeets have become so quiet and sleep alot.

 

I changed where I keep them thinking a change would help.

 

Some but not much.

 

Can they know I haven’t been very well?

 

Thank God I have recovered any thoughts?

 

June

 

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I Can’t Believe How Many Dangers Are in My Bird’s Cage!
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I Can’t Believe How Many Dangers Are in My Bird’s Cage!

From: Donna L.

 

Subject: Dangers found in toys and Oops, wrong Donna?

 

Hi Mitch,

 

I received your informative lesson about the dear little budgie?  (Sorry, tiny strokes-no memory)

 

I couldn’t stop reading.  So happy I found you! 

 

I started to dismantle my sweet little 21-year-old Meyer’s parrot’s toys to DIY new ones. 

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How Do I Keep My Cockatiel & Conure From Flying Into Windows?
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How Do I Keep My Cockatiel & Conure From Flying Into Windows?

From: ‘jmcoops’

My buddy flew into the window yesterday twice and all the feathers fell out as you can see (above).

 

I figured that’s where he hit the window.

 

He was stunned and still for several hours on my lap.

 

Today he seems fine.

 

Will those feathers grow back?

 

Anything I should watch for?

 

My husband and I debate constantly about flighted vs wing-clipped birds.

 

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How Do We Teach Our Bird His Name?
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How Do We Teach Our Bird His Name?

This is a follow-up post to:

 

How to Remodel a Cage to Reduce 2 Bird’s Hormonal Behavior

 

Lisa N. writes:

 

Happy New Year Catherine this is Lisa. I just wanted to let you know that Reggie and Kiwi are getting along like best friends. There have been no problems with Reggie attacking Kiwi they love being together. Thank you for that lighting treatment. 

 

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How Do I Wrangle This Quaker Under Control?
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How Do I Wrangle This Quaker Under Control?

Subject: Re: Hi Leigh ~ Why Won’t This African Grey Play With His Toys?

Hello Mitch!

I wanted to thank you for your awesome weekly email – I look forward to the information and the humor every week!

I have a question on lighting and biting:

We have a 4yr old Quaker, Boop, who we think is male… does a bit of chest plucking – almost like a Tourettes behavior… but he seems to get awful pin feathers. It’s better now I have him on an avian vitamin powder.

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