Creating a stimulating and safe cage environment is essential for the mental and physical health of your parrot.
These clever and curious birds need more than just food and water; they require constant mental stimulation, physical exercise, and a sense of safety.
Parrots are delicate creatures that often hide signs of illness until they become seriously ill.
As a pet owner, it’s vital to be vigilant and informed about common health issues that might affect your pet bird.
Understanding and Addressing Aggression
Congo African Grey parrots are renowned for their intelligence, remarkable speaking abilities, and complex personalities.
Helen D. reported
What can be done about our four-year-old Parrotlett dropping his feathers?
Feathered factoid: Birds are ranked as the fourth most beloved pets in America, following dogs, cats, and fish.
In the United States alone, there are approximately 14 million birds being kept in homes, a significant number of which are parrots.
I came across a fascinating piece discussing the most perilous hazards linked to harm and fatality in parrots. At the forefront of this list was the peril of neglecting to trim your feathered companion’s wings.
Janet C. relates,
I am in the process of getting my cockatiel “Rascal” to eat more fresh foods.
Since the intro of better lighting (thank you) I am making progress. (more…)
Hey Mitch!
I’m soo happy I found your blogs. I’ve been feverishly reading through your windy city posts!
2.5 wks ago my 16yr old green wing macaw, Sprout decided to have a hot-girl summer… I woke up to a sea of red feathers on her cage floor. (more…)
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…)
This is a concern to help reduce feather plucking, screaming, and prolific egg-laying.
Here are some techniques to help reduce hormonal behavior and feather plucking in pet birds: