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Whats the Best Way to Introduce a New Carrier to My Cockatoo?
Patricia N. explains, I have an Umbrella Cockatoo and have a new travel cage arriving soon. Always hard to get it to try anything new and he’s not a fan of cages, other than
Why Did My 23-year-old Severe Macaw Start Wanting to Feed Me?
Dorothy T. is seeking a pet bird keeping solution Henry a Male, by all means, started wanting to feed me, he became obsessive. Then my other bird. Not a buddy, but someone
Should I Imp My Baby Conure’s Feathers?
Bonnie D. is interested in, Imping Feathers on a baby Conure Hi, I recently adopted a baby conure – hatched 6/4/2021. Her wings were clipped. After I adopted her, I
How We Handle our 38-year-old DYH Amazon’s Heart Disease
Patty M. relates, My 38-year-old DYH Amazon just had an echocardiogram done by Dr. Fitzgerald, an avian cardiologist specialist. It was a beneficial exam that helped us adjust Pancho’s meds. Pancho has the typical Amazon
What is a Suitable Perch for a Disabled Parakeet?
Vee B. is seeking a disabled parakeet perch. Hi, I’ve rescued a disabled parakeet named Henry. He was malnourished when he was young and the vet believes that’s why over time he has lost the
Do You Have a Recommendation for the Best Pionus Parrot Food?
Judith S. seeks a reco, Dear Judy Pionus parrots are small but beefy little birds that fit in between most ready-made bird food mixes. They would enjoy a blend made for medium to larger parrots
How Do I Get My Older Umbrella Cockatoo to Embrace Pellets?
Hi, I am the very happy owner of a 27-year-old umbrella cockatoo. I’ve had her for about 12 years (her previous owner passed). She’s always been a picky eater. She of course loves peanuts and
Do You Offer Bird Training? We’re Considering Adopting an Older Bird From a Shelter.
Dear Alyssa, Unfortunately, birds are not like dogs and training is not something you can pass off onto a service to do. You will have to do it within your family and household. Dogs like
What Kind of Lighting Do You Recommend for Our Parrotlets?
Carla H. wants to know about lighting for my parrotlets. Hello, I am needing assistance in finding the best lighting for my parrotlets. I have spent countless hours reviewing the lighting needs
Learn How Gordon Controls Bird Cage Ants W/ Isopropyl Alcohol
Gordon T. relates about his success controlling ants with isopropyl alcohol Our Senegal parrot, Frisbee, spends warm weather days on our screened-in porch, where he has a stainless steel cage. Ants are a serious problem.
Can My Quaker and Lovebird Share a Cage?
Sharyl R. asks about birds sharing a single cage. I have a Quaker and a lovebird and they are inseparable. They have recently become roommates. Their cages are next to each
How Do I Handle My Molting Green Cheek Conure With Another Bird?
Lisa N writes, Hey Catherine hope all is well I need your help again I thought by now I would be a better mommy 🙂 Our Reggie is molting big time she loves taking a
