Do birds have feelings and emotions? I’m sure you know your bird’s personality and can see that they truly do have emotions. There is no scientific agreement about whether or not birds have feelings, but birders who watch their
Clipping Wings and Trimming Nails
Do you clip your bird’s wings? What about your bird’s nails? I have done this in the past yet had bad outcomes that resulted in bloody wings and nails cut too short. Ouch! Nearly all exotic birds entering the pet
How Much Sleep Does a Bird Need?
How do you feel when you don’t get enough sleep? I’m guessing you are not focused and unhappy? Birds need 12-14 hours total sleep a day. When their sleep time is compromised, they can be a bit “grumpy” and show it in
Bathing your Bird
Some birds appreciate a daily misting/being lightly sprayed with room-temperature water, while others prefer to bathe in a shallow dish of water. A combination of both is great — provided your parrot is amenable to both. A good number of
Importance of Foraging Bird Toys
What is foraging? Foraging is the act of searching for and finding food. In the wild, birds spend a good part of their day foraging. They use a number of skills for finding food that engages them both
Beating the Heat!
Wow, it’s sure hot outside! Dangerous heat levels can have fatal outcomes for your precious bird. Just like humans, hydration and protection from the heat and sun are needed. How do you protect your bird? If you don’t have AC
Bird Cages for Pionus!
Pionus have amazing personalities and charm! These amazing birds are gaining popularity. Do you have one? If so, tell us about your bird! They have a reputation for being “perch potatoes” but I’m not sure they deserve that rep.
Bird Safety on the 4th of July
America celebrates the Fourth of July each year with food, fun and, of course, fireworks! While you’re out having fun, don’t forget about your bird. How well do you know your bird? Do loud noises or flashes of light
Product of the Month- Poop-Off Bird Poop Remover
Do you struggle cleaning your bird’s cage? Sometimes cleaning and sanitizing a cage is quite the chore. Using harsh chemicals does not support good health and can often lead to health problems or even be fatal for your bird. Our
Playstands
Having a Playstand is critical to the development of a properly socialized bird. Knowing by now that your bird should not play on top of its cage, on your shoulder or head,