Articles related to "Pet 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.

Pet birds are fragile creatures. If owners do not recognize the early signs that their pet bird is ill, it is usually to late to treat the bird.

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

There are a wide variety of birds that can be kept as pets and making the right choice requires careful consideration.

If you notice any of the following signs of illness in your caged bird, it may be a medical emergency. You should take the bird to an avian veterinarian immediately.

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.

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.

Talking birds, singing birds, and birds with bright plumage are all popular for aviaries and cages. Birds that interact with their owners are favorites too.

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.

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.

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.

Choosing the right perch or perches is important to ensure your pet bird's comfort and avoid serious orthopedic problems as your parrot or other companion bird ages.

Choosing the right pet bird is easy if you match your expectations with the bird's needs. There are lots of features, requirements, costs, and risks to consider.

Pet cockatiels are susceptible to night frights, a panic reaction that can cause serious parrot injuries. Learn how to keep your parrot safe and secure at night.

The gorgeous, unique Eclectus parrot can be a gentle and entertaining pet, but requires a specialized diet to thrive.

Apartment life doesn't have to prohibit you from owning a pet parrot. Many species are suitable because of their small size and low sound level.

Almost everyone is familiar with canaries, budgies and parrots, but mynahs, doves, toucans, and crows are often kept as pets as well.

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.

Three species of mealworm are used to feed a variety of pets and wild birds, and it is easy to breed your own.

A parrot is a great pet, but require more work than most pets. From the huge cockatoo and macaw to the humble budgie and lovebird, parrots have very special needs.

The Cameroon pet scam offers to sell exotic animals or rare pet birds (such as the hyacinth macaw). The scam targets prospective pet owners searching online forums.

Lots of plants, or parts of plants, that we have around the house are toxic to birds. This article describes just a few of them.

Seed sprouting is an easy way to improve nutrition in a parrot diet. Alfalfa sprouts and broccoli sprouts can be ready for pet birds within two days.

Whether parrot owners should clip a bird's wings or not is a controversial topic in aviculture. Clipping wings reduces some dangers, but is a fully-flighted bird happier?

Maybe a small pet bird can't learn to talk as larger birds, such as parrots. But there are still many pracitcal, as well as entertaining tricks that you can teach him.

Not all pet bird toys are safe for parrots. Plastic toy parts, zinc-coated metal and frayed rope toys can all harm an unsupervised pet bird.

Feather plucking in pet birds is usually a symptom of an underlying problem. Figuring out what that problem is and treating it is the best way to stop plucking behavior.

When deciding on raising a bird, there are some factors to consider such as the space in your home, a cage, diet and the time you want to commit to your new bird.

Bird toys come in a variety of materials. Plastic toys or wood toys, which is appropriate for your parrot and why?

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.

African Grey Parrots have been traded as pets for centuries. Even Egyptians and Romans may have kept them, but today they're declining in the wild.

Avian influenza viruses are also known as bird flu viruses and can infect all types of birds, including wild birds, commercially raised poultry and pet birds of all types

Wild parrots forage for food, a challenge most pet parrots lack. Using foraging toys entertains pet parrots and helps prevent bored feather mutilation in pet birds.

Sun conures are small, colorful South American parrots similar in shape and behavior to macaws. Find out more information about sun conure care, diet and behavior.

To build a good bird aviary there are some guiding principles and practical points that will both make the task easier and deliver a pleasing result.

Pet birds can be a significant investment in time and money. It pays to get a good start by buying from a good bird breeder. Some simple pointers improve one's chances.

African grey parrots are the blabbermouths of the pet bird world. Recognized as the most skillful of talking parrots, the grey is sensitive and thrives on attention.

A pet parrot spends a lot of time in its cage, so it's important to choose the right cage for your bird. Size, features, safety, materials, and security are important.

Canaries are birds bred for beauty in color, form, and song. Their care requirements are generally undemanding for even the busiest people.

Love birds can be kept as pets, even for beginner bird enthusiasts. This article outlines the care, breeding, cage and feeding requirements for this loving African bird.

Parakeets are small birds and need care. Learn some tips for making sure your pet is healthy.

Canaries make wonderful pets and while they are easy to care for, there are a few things canary owners can do to ensure that their birds remain healthy for a long time.

When choosing a new bird perch, take in to account the size and type of perches your bird already has. Perches can affect a birds health in unexpected way.

Eclectus parrots are prone to feather plucking and feather mutilation. Emotional problems such as stress, boredom and separation anxiety can all lead to feather plucking.

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.

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.

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

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