Bird Health

Certain times of the year we get small birds that get injured flying into our windows that reflect clouds and sky. We have use a few methods to minimize birds flying into the south side windows,...

After the veterinarian has seen your bird, diagnosed him and given you medicine for the bird, you are probably left wondering, how am I supposed to give him medicine? The level of difficulty in...

Sometimes our pets get sick. When they do, they rely on us to give them the best possible care. If your pet bird is not feeling well there are a few things you can do to make him feel a little...

With pet parrot on shoulder, you decide to take a walk outside. "Aren't you afraid it'll fly away?" is one of the top stranger FAQs. When you reply, "No, his wings are clipped"...

If you are interested in raising ducks, one important thing you will need to know is how to tell the difference between male and female ducks, also called gendering. It is much easier to gender...

Black or red insects, which often look like moving dots, on a bird are most likely bird mites. Bird mites drink blood and are nocturnal. Bird mites travel out of the bird's nest and will attack...

It may sound easy but that can be deceptive. There are countless dangers to a bird in an average household and many you would never think of. Birds are strong and delicate all at the same time and...

My article is about how to attract hummingbirds attention. What they like the most and least. How to keep away from ants, and even how to make your own food from home, without having to buy it!...

In the wild, cockatiels are small birds that face many dangers from predators. Their main defense is to fly away from danger. Pet cockatiels that are frightened or startled also attempt to fly or...

Before you bring home your companion bird, you should know what household products are not safe to use around your feathered friend. It can be quite challenging to have to give up some of your...

Organic free ranged chickens are healthier and they produce healthier meat and eggs. The meat and eggs from free ranged organic chickens is not only healthier, it tastes better! Farmed chickens...

If you have a chick that appears to be having difficulty breathing you should act promptly. If all of your chicks are panting through their beaks the problem is likely that the temperature in the...

If your feathered friend is undergoing behavioral issues and you've tried just about everything to rectify the situation, you should consider hiring an avian behavioral consultant to help you....

Parrots can live for more than thirty years and they become part of the family. It's easy to help keep your parrot happy and healthy with easy homemade parrot food. This is a simple recipe that...

Are you confused as to what to feed your new hookbill? Your bird needs special attention with his diet so he can live a long and healthy life. Avian nutritional research is still young. No...

A bird's wings are its forelimbs. They are the most important body part of a bird as they enable flying, a definitive bird characteristics. And even though not all birds actually fly, all birds...

This will show you the quick simple way to give your parrot a bath.

Hatcheries are facilities where eggs of fish or poultry are hatched under artificial conditions. Hatcheries are primarily used as an aid in conservation efforts or to enhance food supplies. The...

Pet bird insurance is also called avian insurance. Avian insurance works in the same way as most pet health insurance works. The pet owner pays the bill at the veterinarian's office at the time of...

Field shelters can be a way to support habitat for certain bird species as well as a lovely addition for any birdwatcher. Whether you are building a field shelter for your backyard, a nearby field...

People normally take measures to protect themselves and their children from getting the flu during the flu season. Such measures include frequent hand washing and staying away from sick...

If you are saddened or frustrated by seeing your beloved parrot pluck his feather - have hope - it may be only temporary. Some parrots pluck out of boredom or frustration during breeding season....

Keep your poultry healthy year round with just a few simple steps.

Splay leg, or spraddle leg, is a deformity that occurs in baby parrots, generally while they are still quite young. If left untreated, the deformity becomes permanent and can prevent normal...

Just like most animals, chickens can over-heat when it gets hot in the summer. Follow these easy tips to help keep your flock cool!

Learn to hold your pet lovebird properly so you can examine its feet, tail and wings is discussed in this free video .

Learn why it's easier to keep one lovebird social than it is to keep two social in this free video .

Choosing an avian veterinarian is perhaps the most important decision you'll ever make regarding the health of your parrot or other bird. Veterinarians specializing in avian medicine aren't as...