Articles related to "Companion Birds"
A Bird's Bill of Rights
Companion birds have it easy. All they have to do is sit in their cages, look pretty, sing nice little songs and be happy to see us when we decide to spend a few minutes with them. Right? Wrong! Nothing could be further from the truth.
birds • rights • companion birds • anne watkins • healthy
Companion birds have it easy. All they have to do is sit in their cages, look pretty, sing nice little songs and be happy to see us when we decide to spend a few minutes with them. Right? Wrong! Nothing could be further from the truth.
birds • rights • companion birds • anne watkins • healthy
A Time for Peace
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 Words of hope.
peace healing prayer ecclesiastes companion birds
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 Words of hope.
peace healing prayer ecclesiastes companion birds
Bathing Beauties
Birds love to play in the water! Here are some ideas to make birdy bathtime safe, fun, and exciting for your bird.
birds • companion birds • parrots • conures • amazon parrots
Birds love to play in the water! Here are some ideas to make birdy bathtime safe, fun, and exciting for your bird.
birds • companion birds • parrots • conures • amazon parrots
Considering a Companion Bird?
A few things to consider before purchasing your first bird.
research • parrots • pets • diet • cages
A few things to consider before purchasing your first bird.
research • parrots • pets • diet • cages
Diversification of Birds Topic Update
Topic update with some new sites you might be interested in viewing!
birds • companions • bird feeding • bird watching • bird habitats
Topic update with some new sites you might be interested in viewing!
birds • companions • bird feeding • bird watching • bird habitats
First Aid Kits for Companion Birds
Do you have a first aid kit for your companion bird? It's probably not something many folks think about until it's too late. But what in the world do you put in a first aid kit for birds? Here are a few suggestions as well as some tips for coping with avian emergencies.
companion birds anne watkins parrots pets emergenc
Do you have a first aid kit for your companion bird? It's probably not something many folks think about until it's too late. But what in the world do you put in a first aid kit for birds? Here are a few suggestions as well as some tips for coping with avian emergencies.
companion birds anne watkins parrots pets emergenc
Holiday Memories of Companion Birds
My special holiday gift to you -- memories of some of the wonderful companion birds with whom I've shared my life. Meet Sugar the canary, Domino the cockatiel, Chad the parakeet, and Pippa the little zebra finch. And of course, you won't want to miss another holiday picture of Rio!
companion birds • anne watkins • christmas • holidays • memories
My special holiday gift to you -- memories of some of the wonderful companion birds with whom I've shared my life. Meet Sugar the canary, Domino the cockatiel, Chad the parakeet, and Pippa the little zebra finch. And of course, you won't want to miss another holiday picture of Rio!
companion birds • anne watkins • christmas • holidays • memories
Holidays and Companion Birds
The next few months bring holidays to many countries around the world. Here are some ideas for sharing these special times with our companion birds in safe, fun ways.
holidays • christmas • new years • thanksgiving • hannukah
The next few months bring holidays to many countries around the world. Here are some ideas for sharing these special times with our companion birds in safe, fun ways.
holidays • christmas • new years • thanksgiving • hannukah
Holidays and Companion Birds....Part 2
Happy Holidays from Companion Birds! Let's make sure that our birds' participation in the holiday celebrations are happy, fun and safe! Read on to find out about toxic plants, dangerous decorations, and more.
christmas • decorations • gift wrap • celebrations • holidays
Happy Holidays from Companion Birds! Let's make sure that our birds' participation in the holiday celebrations are happy, fun and safe! Read on to find out about toxic plants, dangerous decorations, and more.
christmas • decorations • gift wrap • celebrations • holidays
One Moment in Time
Musings on a lovely pre-autumn day.
september 11 • anne culbreath watkins • companion birds • parrots • emotions
Musings on a lovely pre-autumn day.
september 11 • anne culbreath watkins • companion birds • parrots • emotions
Parrot Soup
Nasty water or a wonderful bird soup? Your bird's idea and your idea of what should go into his water cup are often completely opposite. What to do?
blue crown conures • orange-winged amazon parrots • water • bathing • fresh
Nasty water or a wonderful bird soup? Your bird's idea and your idea of what should go into his water cup are often completely opposite. What to do?
blue crown conures • orange-winged amazon parrots • water • bathing • fresh
Promises to Keep
My birds are such a special part of my life, and they enrich every day for me. I have made some promises to my birds, promises to make their lives as meaningful and happy as they make mine. Do you have any promises to make?
companion birds • parrots • promises • safety • diets
My birds are such a special part of my life, and they enrich every day for me. I have made some promises to my birds, promises to make their lives as meaningful and happy as they make mine. Do you have any promises to make?
companion birds • parrots • promises • safety • diets
Psychic Ability in Companion Birds -- Part 1
Do you believe that some companion animals exhibit a degree of psychic ability?
psychic ability • esp • companion birds • parrots • anne watkins
Do you believe that some companion animals exhibit a degree of psychic ability?
psychic ability • esp • companion birds • parrots • anne watkins
Psychic Ability in Companion Birds -- Part 2
Rio and Pancho reacted in horror to the events of September 11. Was their response some sort of psychic 'flash' or merely a coincidence? Did other companion animals react to that awful day?
september 11 • psychic ability • coincidence • companion birds • anne watkins
Rio and Pancho reacted in horror to the events of September 11. Was their response some sort of psychic 'flash' or merely a coincidence? Did other companion animals react to that awful day?
september 11 • psychic ability • coincidence • companion birds • anne watkins
Spring Cleaning
Deep cleaning should be a regular part of our bird care schedule, no matter what season of the year it may be!
cleaning • bleach • scrubbing • companion birds • cages
Deep cleaning should be a regular part of our bird care schedule, no matter what season of the year it may be!
cleaning • bleach • scrubbing • companion birds • cages
Travel Tips
Thinking of taking your companion bird on the road with you? Here are some tips to make your trip safe, happy, and enjoyable.
traveling with birds • parrots • anne watkins • companion birds • cockatiels
Thinking of taking your companion bird on the road with you? Here are some tips to make your trip safe, happy, and enjoyable.
traveling with birds • parrots • anne watkins • companion birds • cockatiels
Treats and Tweets
Tips for a safe Halloween with your companion bird.
companion birds • anne culbreath watkins • halloween • treats • holidays
Tips for a safe Halloween with your companion bird.
companion birds • anne culbreath watkins • halloween • treats • holidays
Interview With Mattie Sue Athan
Meet famous avian behaviorist Mattie Sue Athan and read reviews of two of her most popular books.
mattie sue athan • mattie sue athan • birds • parrots • behaviorist
Meet famous avian behaviorist Mattie Sue Athan and read reviews of two of her most popular books.
mattie sue athan • mattie sue athan • birds • parrots • behaviorist
Looking Forward
A look ahead to what I have planned for you in 2001, and a few bird-related resolutions, too.
new year resolutions • parrots • companion birds • people • avian
A look ahead to what I have planned for you in 2001, and a few bird-related resolutions, too.
new year resolutions • parrots • companion birds • people • avian
Choosing and Placing the Cage
Choosing the correct cage for your companion bird is one of the most important decisions you will make. Here are a few suggestions to help you choose the best cage for your companion bird.
bird cages • parrots • conures • african greys • companion birds
Choosing the correct cage for your companion bird is one of the most important decisions you will make. Here are a few suggestions to help you choose the best cage for your companion bird.
bird cages • parrots • conures • african greys • companion birds
Hahn's Macaw
Macaws can be quite challenging, especially for the first time bird owner. The Hahn's Macaw is a smaller, but equally delightful, alternative to the larger macaws.
hahn's macaw • red shouldered macaw • mini macaw • macaws as pets • small parrots
Macaws can be quite challenging, especially for the first time bird owner. The Hahn's Macaw is a smaller, but equally delightful, alternative to the larger macaws.
hahn's macaw • red shouldered macaw • mini macaw • macaws as pets • small parrots
Hand-Feeding Baby Birds
In order to tame a baby bird, hand-feeding helps create a bond between people and the newborn bird.
hand feeding baby birds • hand taming baby birds • eye dropper bird feeding • companion bird feeding • pet bird care
In order to tame a baby bird, hand-feeding helps create a bond between people and the newborn bird.
hand feeding baby birds • hand taming baby birds • eye dropper bird feeding • companion bird feeding • pet bird care
Holiday Gift Ideas for Bird Lovers
Fun gift suggestions for the bird lovers on your list, as well as special holiday pictures of Rio and Pancho!
holidays • gifts • companion birds • anne watkins • parrots
Fun gift suggestions for the bird lovers on your list, as well as special holiday pictures of Rio and Pancho!
holidays • gifts • companion birds • anne watkins • parrots
Make Your Own Bird Toys
Get creative and make customized toys for your birds! Here are a few ideas for safe and fun items you can make yourself.
bird toys parrots companion birds anne watkins lea
Get creative and make customized toys for your birds! Here are a few ideas for safe and fun items you can make yourself.
bird toys parrots companion birds anne watkins lea
Night Frights
Has you companion bird ever thrashed violently around during the night? If the answer is yes, then come along for a discussion of some of the common causes of night frights and learn a few ways of preventing them.
companion birds • anne culbreath watkins • cmpanion brids • thrashing • night frights
Has you companion bird ever thrashed violently around during the night? If the answer is yes, then come along for a discussion of some of the common causes of night frights and learn a few ways of preventing them.
companion birds • anne culbreath watkins • cmpanion brids • thrashing • night frights
Owning a Moluccan Cockatoo
If you are considering buying a Moluccan Cockatoo, there are some important facts you need to know before you make a lifetime commitment.
pet cockatoo care • moluccan cockatoo care • moluccan cockatoo training • moluccan cockatoo behavior problems • cockatoo hand taming
If you are considering buying a Moluccan Cockatoo, there are some important facts you need to know before you make a lifetime commitment.
pet cockatoo care • moluccan cockatoo care • moluccan cockatoo training • moluccan cockatoo behavior problems • cockatoo hand taming
Parakeets: How to Feed and Take Care of Your Pet Budgie
Learn about the most popular caged bird in the world.
caring for a parakeet • companion birds • caring for a budgerigar • pet budgie care • feeding parakeets
Learn about the most popular caged bird in the world.
caring for a parakeet • companion birds • caring for a budgerigar • pet budgie care • feeding parakeets
Spotlight on Animal Environments
Award-winning bird cage company Animal Environments is dedicated to providing not only the best enclosures for companion birds, but to meeting the needs of folks who share their lives with special feathered friends. Come see what makes this company so special!
animal environments • cages • companion birds • anne culbreath watkins • safety
Award-winning bird cage company Animal Environments is dedicated to providing not only the best enclosures for companion birds, but to meeting the needs of folks who share their lives with special feathered friends. Come see what makes this company so special!
animal environments • cages • companion birds • anne culbreath watkins • safety
Ten Tips for Easy Bird Room Maintenance
Birds are slobs! Here are a few tips to simplify your life and help keep your home more sanitary.
messes • companion birds • anne culbreath watkins • brids • cages
Birds are slobs! Here are a few tips to simplify your life and help keep your home more sanitary.
messes • companion birds • anne culbreath watkins • brids • cages
Understanding the Molt
Every year our companion birds shed their worn out old feathers and grow in beautiful, vibrant new ones. Molting can be stressful for our birds -- it's hard work growing all those new feathers! Here are some suggestions to help make this normal, seasonal process easier for our birds, and to help us all understand what's happening and why.
molting • molts • molt • bird feathers • parrots
Every year our companion birds shed their worn out old feathers and grow in beautiful, vibrant new ones. Molting can be stressful for our birds -- it's hard work growing all those new feathers! Here are some suggestions to help make this normal, seasonal process easier for our birds, and to help us all understand what's happening and why.
molting • molts • molt • bird feathers • parrots
Understanding Your Bird's Behavior
Allopreening, regurgitation, beaking...do these words confuse you as much as your bird's wacky behavior sometimes does? Let's examine a few common bird behaviors and discover what the heck is going on!
allopreening • beaking • regurgitation • companion birds • parrots
Allopreening, regurgitation, beaking...do these words confuse you as much as your bird's wacky behavior sometimes does? Let's examine a few common bird behaviors and discover what the heck is going on!
allopreening • beaking • regurgitation • companion birds • parrots
Watch the Birdie!
Here are a few tips to help you take great pictures of your companion birds. Pancho and Rio kindly consented to model for the article.
photographing pet birds • parrots • conures • companion birds • anne watkins
Here are a few tips to help you take great pictures of your companion birds. Pancho and Rio kindly consented to model for the article.
photographing pet birds • parrots • conures • companion birds • anne watkins
A Little Birdie Told Me
Perhaps one day we will see animals as not so different from ourselves. Surely, if we reach into their hearts and find our own longings, we will treat them with more respect.
parrots • parakeets • budgies • talking birds • companion birds
Perhaps one day we will see animals as not so different from ourselves. Surely, if we reach into their hearts and find our own longings, we will treat them with more respect.
parrots • parakeets • budgies • talking birds • companion birds
Choosing Your First Pet Bird
Learn about the different types of birds and what to expect if you decide to own one.
birds • parrots • parotlet • finch • canary
Learn about the different types of birds and what to expect if you decide to own one.
birds • parrots • parotlet • finch • canary
Cockatiels
Learn about the care and feeding of this very popular pet bird.
cockatiel • bird • birds • bird feeding • bird care
Learn about the care and feeding of this very popular pet bird.
cockatiel • bird • birds • bird feeding • bird care
Fun With Feathers!
Too lovely to toss in the trash, here are a few uses I've come up with over the years for all those molted parrot feathers!
feathers • parrot • molted • molt • crafts
Too lovely to toss in the trash, here are a few uses I've come up with over the years for all those molted parrot feathers!
feathers • parrot • molted • molt • crafts
Pet Parrots and the Exotic Pet Trade
Although illegal in many countries, the exotic pet trade continues to smuggle wild caught parrots, reducing the numbers of endangered parrots in the wild.
wild caught parrots • parrot breeders • pet parrots • cites • smuggling parrots
Although illegal in many countries, the exotic pet trade continues to smuggle wild caught parrots, reducing the numbers of endangered parrots in the wild.
wild caught parrots • parrot breeders • pet parrots • cites • smuggling parrots
Sharing The Earth-A Book Review
This week, I’ve decided to try my hand at a book review-something new for me. So I hope I can do justice to a very special book, a book about the animals, both tame and wild, that share our beautiful planet earth with us, enriching our lives.
sharing • earth • animals • tame • wild
This week, I’ve decided to try my hand at a book review-something new for me. So I hope I can do justice to a very special book, a book about the animals, both tame and wild, that share our beautiful planet earth with us, enriching our lives.
sharing • earth • animals • tame • wild
The Proper Parrot Diet
The proper diet is an important health consideration for parrots.
parrots • parrot food • feeding habits of parrots • parrot diets
The proper diet is an important health consideration for parrots.
parrots • parrot food • feeding habits of parrots • parrot diets
We Are Not Broken
When the worst of human nature reveals itself, it is often met with the best of human nature. New Hampshire is part of America united.
terrorism • new york • washington dc • pennsylvania • new hampshire
When the worst of human nature reveals itself, it is often met with the best of human nature. New Hampshire is part of America united.
terrorism • new york • washington dc • pennsylvania • new hampshire
Fairy Workshop
Sometimes the birds of winter are cared for by the winter fairies...
birds • food • winter
Sometimes the birds of winter are cared for by the winter fairies...
birds • food • winter
Say What??
Be careful what you say around your birds. Just like children, they are apt to surprise you in front of company by tossing out a comment or two best reserved for private conversation! Here are a few jewels from the beaks of the Watkins parrots.
parrots • birds • talking birds • talking parrots • conure
Be careful what you say around your birds. Just like children, they are apt to surprise you in front of company by tossing out a comment or two best reserved for private conversation! Here are a few jewels from the beaks of the Watkins parrots.
parrots • birds • talking birds • talking parrots • conure
So, you want to rescue birds
This artice provides some food for thought for anyone wishing to rescue birds, or any other companion animal.
birds • bird rescue • pets • adoption • bird
This artice provides some food for thought for anyone wishing to rescue birds, or any other companion animal.
birds • bird rescue • pets • adoption • bird
Instinct Vs. Intelligence: Part 1
Parrot instincts & intelligence
parrots • intelligence • instincts
Parrot instincts & intelligence
parrots • intelligence • instincts
Little Talking Birds
Parrots aren't the only companion birds with the ability to talk. Some parakeets and cockatiels develop extensive vocabularies and make fabulous pets!
parakeets • cockatiels • talking birds • little • parrots
Parrots aren't the only companion birds with the ability to talk. Some parakeets and cockatiels develop extensive vocabularies and make fabulous pets!
parakeets • cockatiels • talking birds • little • parrots
Shopping for One Tough Bird
Sofi has brought new meaning to what it means to be "one tough bird". Reginald explores the shopping options for a cocketial or other pet bird.
bird • parrot • cocketial • pet • food
Sofi has brought new meaning to what it means to be "one tough bird". Reginald explores the shopping options for a cocketial or other pet bird.
bird • parrot • cocketial • pet • food
Their Mysterious Ways--A Book Review
"Their Mysterious Ways" is a special book about animals who help us confront our adversities and rebuild our lives.
book review mysterious ways • animals • mysterious • burden • rebuild
"Their Mysterious Ways" is a special book about animals who help us confront our adversities and rebuild our lives.
book review mysterious ways • animals • mysterious • burden • rebuild
Wild Things in New Hampshire
Join me as I take you on a trip to find the wild things in New Hampshire. You may be surprised to find out where they have been sighted!
wild things • spring • summer season • binoculars • ducks
Join me as I take you on a trip to find the wild things in New Hampshire. You may be surprised to find out where they have been sighted!
wild things • spring • summer season • binoculars • ducks
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