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There are so many birds available from big pet stores it can be confusing to know which types make the best pets. For starters, try these easy to care for finches.

Pet birds have active minds and will show stress if bored. Engaging the bird's curiosity with toys can entertain, train and help maintain the wellbeing of the bird.

When raptors threaten family pets and backyard songbirds, we need to take precautions and learn tolerance for these vulnerable large birds.

From finches to parrots, exotic pet birds need fresh clean water at all times. Here's what to do when traveling or illness makes taking adequate fluids a problem.

There are four basic categories that you should research in order to ensure that you are choosing a pet bird who you take care of and love for years to come.

Whether you're looking for an eclectus, macaw, or sun conure, consider the source when buying a parrot. Finding a good bird breeder today saves parrot owners grief later.

When deciding on a parrot or pet bird cage, it is important to look at the overall size, the bar thickness, the bar spacing and whether or not there is a play area.

Feeding seed diets is not appropriate for parrots and other psitticine birds. Formulated diets are more complete. Foraging is a valuable tool in feeding pet birds also.

There are many bad reasons to buy a parrot, whether the bird is a little sun conure or a giant macaw. Here are a few reasons not to purchase a pet parrot.

Like puppy and kitten mills, bird mills are only interested in selling as many animals as possible. Parrot mills are a growing area of animal abuse.

In order to tame a baby bird, hand-feeding helps create a bond between people and the newborn bird.

Pet birds need plenty of toys to stay happy and healthy, but you don't have to pay an arm and a leg for them. Making your own bird toys will help you save money.

Developed in 1934 by a group of canary enthusiasts in the Boston, Massachusetts area, American Singers have since become one of the most popular canary breeds in the U.S.

Parrots, cockatoos, and other domesticated birds can eat most of what humans eat, but not all human foods are safe.

Bred in captivity since the 1500s, Serinus canarius domesticus is a colorful independent songster that is easy to keep, even in an apartment.

Providing a safe, comfortable cage for an ill bird is the best way to ensure safety of the ill bird and other flock members.

We spend billions annually on pet food, pet meds and pet insurance. We love our animal friends and evidence shows they love us back in many ways. See how they show it.

Do your research now and gather your tools, so that if an emergency occurs, you can turn tragedy into a success story for your four-legged family members.

Birds are incredibly fragile creatures and being able to recognize the signs of illness could mean the difference between life and death for an ill pet bird.

Macaws are some of the most popular pet birds. These large members of the parrot family are beautifully colored and make excellent family pets.

From small furry animals like hamsters and rabbits to birds, snakes and exotics, which are the best small animal pets depends on the personality of the future owner.

Season five premiere of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia did not disappoint its loyal fans.

Lead poisoning is common in birds - most affected birds die. People accidentally contaminate the environment with lead.

The Burrowing Owl, or Ground Owl, Athene cunicularia, stands out from other owls of the Americas because it nests in the ground and is active during the day.

Burt Lancaster is the rugged American hero or 'man of bronze' who acted in over 70 movies. His films could be described as intelligent macho.

Here are some simple finger games and rhyming games to play with your baby.

Pet stores and bird mills may try to sell you unweaned parrots at a discount. Unless you're an experienced hand feeder, don't try hand feeding baby parrots.

Family pets are at risk of catching the swine flu infection from adults and children, especially if the animal is allowed on the bed with the patient, veterinarians warn.

Monk Parakeets, also known as Quaker Parrots, have established successful breeding colonies in many U.S. cities, adapting to markedly different habitats and climates.