Bird Supplies

Part of providing good basic care for your bird includes keeping them busy and entertained with toys. For budgie and cockatiel owners this is not an expensive venture. For cockatoo, macaw, and...

Pet birds are in constant need of stimulation to keep their brains and their beaks busy. Toys are a great way to provide stimulation and variety to help alleviate boredom. Toys can be made from a...

There are nearly 4.5 million households that own birds as pets in the United States according to the 2007 U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook. Birds can be cheerful companions filling...

Doesn't it seem that those galvanized chicken waterers don't last very long. And the plastic ones don't seem to be much better. Several years ago I came up with this simple cheap alternative to...

Nesting boxes are a necessary piece of equipment for any bird owner who plans on raising chicks. A nesting box is mounted in the bird's cage and offers the female a safe, secure place to lay her...

Bluebirds are cavity nesters, preferring bird boxes in open areas such as meadows to nest. Increasing development of rural areas is giving bluebirds fewer places to nest, affecting their...

Mealworms are the grub of the darkling beetle and are commonly used by buyers as supplemental nutrition for wild or pet birds. Mealworms are high in protein and potassium and can be easily mixed...

Climbing ropes for birds give them some much-needed stimulation in their smaller housings. The birds enjoy perching, swinging and chewing on these cage accessories and can help resolve undesirable...

Since birds are playful pets, they require toys to keep boredom and destructive behaviors at bay. Decorating a bird's cage with plenty of interactive toys will reduce anxiety-driven behaviors such...

Finches are adorable cage birds to own. Their soft "beep-beep-beep" is soothing and funny. Their hyper antics, foraging, and social activities are endearing and entertaining to watch. Social birds...

So you decided to purchase a New Parrot. You didn't realize how messy they can be but the rewards over come the mess. Her are some easy ways to keep them happy!

Birds living in cages must have some type of perch to be able to move around. A variety of different sizes, types and styles is best so that your bird has several choices. Bird perches are...

Many people try to make different mixtures for chicken feed and there are probably hundreds of different options that will work great. With that said, there are some choices that will actually be...

When you own a bird, you need to make sure you have the right cage and toys to maintain a happy and healthy pet. This article will give you the information you need to know to make the right choices.

This article will teach you how to make a swing ring for your bird that serves as a perch and play area at the same time. It’s fairly easy, and provides great entertainment for your bird.

Birds love brightly colored objects, so their toys are frequently colored to attract and hold their attention. However, if you make your own bird toys, you must be careful to only color them with...

Parrots are highly intelligent and easily bored. It’s a good idea to rotate toys often, which can lead to a substantial investment …..quickly! So how do you provide a tri-level play-stand or the...

The Arapuca bird trap is an ingenious trap you can build in just a few minutes out of nothing more than sticks, twigs and a little string. The trick to using this trap effectively is getting a...

Parakeets, budgies and other domesticated birds are extremely active and intelligent, which means that they sometimes tire quickly of simple bird toys. In order to keep them occupied, you may...

Wooden bird toys can run a bird owner into quite a bit of money, especially if the bird is a power chewer. Some of the larger birds can destroy a wooden bird toy in as little as a day, but most...

Don't forget about your pets when you consider going "green"! Here are five easy ways to be green and a good pet owner!

Birds are always looking for places to nest, especially since human expansion has limited or destroyed many of their natural habitats. You can make your yard a bird-friendly sanctuary by recycling...

Parrots are considered to be the most intelligent bird in the world. With an intelligence level equivalent to that of most toddlers, parrots need a wide variety of items in their environment to...

Finches are wonderful birds to keep as pets for those who enjoy lively, happy little birds who are often vocal in song. Many species of grass finches are easily bred, which can provide much...

Because of man-made establishments, most bluebirds have lost their homes and are in need of places to nest. Building bird houses for bluebirds and placing them in scarcely populated areas has...

Young birds, especially parrots, that are raised in captivity are usually transferred to a weaning cage once they no longer need to be kept in a brooder but are not yet ready for an adult cage. It...

A huge variety of parrot cages are available on the market, both in pet stores and online retailers. Most parrot cage are intended for medium size parrots including Aratinga Conures, Poicephalus,...

Although there are a variety of toys on the market for birds, hanging toys are by far the most common and popular. Most hanging toys consist of a series of wooden shapes that attach to the top of...

Hummingbirds don't use conventional type bird houses, they much prefer their homes to be open. That is good for us bird watchers because it allows for an complete view as they come and go and...

Your child brings home a parakeet he just rescued from the neighbor’s cat and you are facing a dilemma. You do not know of anyone who is missing a bird but at the same time you do not dare...

When breeding birds, hanging nest boxes on the outside of the cages or aviaries can make them considerably more accessible to the owner. Outside mounted boxes also don't take up space within the...

Parakeets are delightful birds to keep in your home but truth be told, they are somewhat destructive when it comes to traditional wooden cages. At the same time, the commercially available cages...

A closed band is a small, flat ring worn on the leg of a bird. Bands for parrots and parrot-like birds are almost always made of metal, usually aluminum. Birds with unusually strong beaks require...

Your parrot will need to have a cage set up in your home in order to protect it and to offer it a place to live, eat, drink and sleep. You will need to understand how to set up and organize these...

Your parrot or cockatiel will be happiest living in the biggest cage you can afford. But it's wise to train your bird to sleep in a second, smaller cage. That way, you can easily cover him and...

Cockatiels, like all bird need a place in their cage where they can sit up and watch the world pass them by, they need to have a perch. When you are raising a cockatiel, it is best if they have a...

Pet birds are living better lives, thanks to an overall increased spending on companion animals. According to the 2007-2008 National Pet Owners Survey, 6.4 million American households have at...

Whether you're keeping pigeons as pets, for racing or homing purposes, it is important to house them properly in a well made pigeon coup. The pigeon coup you choose will have a great impact on the...

When properly cared for, parrots make great family companions. Aside from food, proper grooming and love, your parrot will need a comfortable cage to call home. Knowing your bird's needs will make...

Lovebirds are a small species of parrot that originates from Africa. These beautiful, vocal birds are highly prized for their colorful plumage. They have specific housing needs that cater to their...

Now that you've decided to give a home to a feathered friend, you must choose a bird cage. Take into consideration the safety, health and growth and development of your bird when checking out the...