Bird Health

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"...

Many people enjoy keeping birds for pets. These pets can be entertaining, loving and fun. Birds often chirp and make noises, so keep this in mind if you live with other people. Pet birds are easy...

Many diseases can threaten the health and life of a pet bird. Often, caged birds contract diseases from unclean cages or not having enough gravel in their cages. Pet birds can also become sick...

If you have decided that your pet of choice is a bird then you must realize your pet will require exercise just like any pet. It is important that your pet bird gets enough exercise to main its...

Parakeets make nice pets for bird lovers. If cared for properly, they are relatively healthy and grow used to new owners quickly. Parakeets as pets are social birds and do well if they are kept in...

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...

Cockatiels have become many families’ favorite pet. Their mild and gentle nature makes them the perfect pet for households living in apartments, as well as for families with children. By...

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...

Excess weight is as bad for a pet bird as it is for you. Many pet birds die of fatty liver disease, hardening of the arteries and diabetes as a result of obesity. Budgies, Amazon parrots and Galah...

Chronic egg-laying is a common problem in certain species of pet birds. Although any female pet bird can lay eggs, this is mostly seen in the most prolific species of parrots. Cockatiel hens, in...

With a little care and forethought, it's possible to keep a pet bird and other animals when you have cats. It's best to keep in mind, however, that cats are predators, and as such, they can be...

Caring for a pet bird is like caring for any other pet, with the exception that they need a little more care in the safety department. To keep your pet bird safe familiarize yourself with common,...

Gaining your pet lovebird's trust and training it to behave in and outside of its caged are discussed in this free video .

Learn how to take your pet lovebird out of its cage safely in this free video .

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

Learn to spot malocclusion (or misaligned beak) or injuries to your pet lovebird's beak in this free video .

Bathing your pet lovebird safely with a spray bottle is discussed in this free video .

Introducing your pet lovebird to bathing slowly by spraying it with water or taking it in the shower are strategies discussed in this free video .

Recommendations on trimming your pet lovebird's wings are discussed in this free video .

Taking your pet lovebird to an avian veterinarian for procedures like a feather trimming are discussed in this free video .

Feed your pet lovebird high-quality pellet food to prevent obesity, high cholesterol, amino suppression and bacterial fungal infections. Learn more in this free video .

Giving your pet lovebirds sunflower seeds occasionally as a treat are discussed in this free video .

Converting your pet lovebird's diet from seeds to pellets is discussed in this free video .

DNA sex tests and a pet lovebird's diet is discussed in this free video .

Choosing a cage for your pet lovebird that is at least two feet by two feet by three feet is discussed in this free video .

Ensure that your pet lovebird's food and water bowls are clean and safe and easy to get to, and that its cage is secure and inescapable in this free video .

Birds in the wild have little tricks they use to keep from getting lice but not all problems are lice related. There are many problems that can occur with the feathers of a pet bird and the bird...

Parrots are interesting pets. They are very smart and adapt well to most households. Parrots learn quickly and once you get the hang of caring for one properly, you will enjoy sharing your home...

The finch is one of the most popular household birds, and it can be an easy-to-care-for pet as long as you invest the time to learn about its basic care. Your finch may be most comfortable living...

An egg bound pet bird is a bird in trouble. Whether you have purposely set out to breed your pet bird, or she has taken it into her own mind to begin egg production even without a mate, you will...