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How to care for birds, including training, feeding and keeping your feathered friend healthy. If you have a new pet bird and want to know more about cages, bird seed and common bird behaviors, eHow can help. Train a parrot to talk in no time with eHow's step-by-step instructions. Or, learn grooming tricks to keep those feathers looking silky smooth. From understanding bird personalities, to selecting a proper diet, eHow offers expert advice to keep any bird singing a happy tune.

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How to Identify a Tree Swallow

By eHow Pets Editor

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There's a sense of joy in tree swallows not common in the world of birds. Many bird watchers report seeing them playing with a feather, dropping it and then retrieving it as it floats through the air. Tree swallows are hole nesters and sometimes ... more »

How to Keep a Lovebird Sociable

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Lovebirds are the smallest member of the parrot family. They have a fun personality, like the parrot, but are easier to keep as a pet because of their small size. As their name implies, a lovebird is a very social bird that will require a lot of ... more »

How to Live With a Moluccan Cockatoo

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The Moluccan cockatoo is a native of Seram and surrounding islands in Indonesia. Often referred to as a pink parrot because of its salmon pink color, the Moluccan is high maintenance. Although cuddly and lovable, the Moluccan cockatoo is not a ... more »

How to Make Homemade Bird Food

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Making your own bird food involves using a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables... more »

How to Perform First Aid for Injured Birds!

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When you find an injured bird or one that appears ill what should you do? You should never take on the role of a veterinarian, but there are a few things you can do to help the bird until you can get them to a vet... more »

How to Prevent your Pet Parrot from Feather Picking

By George Sommers

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When a bird develops a feather picking habit, it's hearbreaking for the owner watching his once-beautiful pet mutilating itself. It's a difficult, but not impossible situation to remedy... more »

How to Read a Bird's Body Language

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Understand your bird's body language and you'll develop a long-lasting, loving relationship with your bird. If you know the difference between aggressive and loving behavior, you'll be more likely to keep your bird rather than return it to the ... more »

How to See Wild Parrots in the US of A

By George Sommers

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Wild parrots cavorting among the treetops: it's a sight you could spend thousands of dollars on and travel thousands of miles to see. OR you might just find wild parrots living in your own backyard..... more »

How to select the best fighting cock

By karlitosway

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Distinguish the best physical aspects of the fighting cock and its relation to its game... more »

How to Set Up a Bluebird Box

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Bluebirds are beautiful, and there is nothing more charming that watching a pair of these birds raise a brood of young. Bluebird boxes require very specific dimensions in order to attract the birds... more »

How to Squirrel Proof Your Bird Feeder!

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Whether you have an existing Wild Bird Feeder, or want to buy a new one, you can take steps to stop squirrels from chasing your songbirds, eating your wild bird seed, and most of all damaging your Wild Bird Feeder! We also included a couple of ... more »

How to Stick-Train a Parrot

By Tiki

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Stick-training can be very helpful, especially if you have an aggressive parrot. This way you can pick your parrot up and transfer him to a perch, playgym, etc. without losing fingers... more »

How to Teach a Parrot Not to Bite

By eHow Pets Editor

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Teaching a parrot not to bite takes commitment. Parrots are intelligent and can learn many things given the right circumstances, patience and repetition. Keep at it and your lovely pet parrot can be taught to stop biting and the rest of the ... more »

How to Train a Bird to Stop Plucking Feathers

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A bird will pluck at his feathers for a number of different reasons, but no matter why he may be doing it, it's always a problem. You can train a bird to stop plucking his feathers. All you need is understanding and a little patience... more »

How to Treat Pet Allergies

By eHow Health Editor

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According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, there are about 4 pets for every 10 people in the United States. Between 10 and 30 percent of people who suffer some type of allergic reaction are allergic to dogs and cats (see Resources ... more »

How to Trim a Bird's Beak

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Most pet birds' beaks remain in good condition without trimming if the birds have an appropriate diet. However, "hookbills," such as parrots and cockatoos, are likely to require beak care when kept in captivity... more »

How to Attract a Wide Variety of Birds to Your Winter Feeders

By Scott Cavanagh

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Nothing can brighten up a dull winter day quite like a yard filled with varied and chirping birds at your feeders. Follow these simple tips to attract a wide variety of feathered friends... more »

How to Attract Bluebirds!

By edotnet

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Bluebirds can be found throughout most of the country and are easy to attract with the right nest box placed in the right habitat. There are three species of Bluebirds in North America. The Eastern Bluebird lives throughout the East. The Western ... more »

How to Birdhouses/ building for a specific species

By logan

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No single size house fits all birds. Adjusting the dimensions, one design can be used for several species... more »

How to Build a Nest Box for Cockatiels

By TerriR

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There are many options when it comes to nest boxes for cockatiels. You can purchase a ready-made box or can make you own out of wood, plastic or cardboard. Cardboard nest boxes are low-cost and require no clean up or storing. You simply throw ... more »

How to Build Pens for Geese

By eHow Pets Editor

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Geese are common in zoos, parks and near lakes, and they can even be found in backyards as pets. Even if you don't live on a farm, you may find that geese are a rewarding pet to have and breed. Like a dog, geese also need a house or pen to stay ... more »

How to Build Quail Pens

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One quail pen does not meet all the needs of a game bird owner. Whether transporting these game birds for dog training, breeding quail for release, or raising eating birds, quail need different pens for different purposes. Here are some ideas for ... more »

How to Buy a Bird

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Birds make wonderful companions, but they aren't the right pet for everyone. Learn all you can before buying a bird to make sure that you and your pet will be happy together... more »

How to Buy a Bird Carrier

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If you own a bird and spend a lot of time traveling, you might want to keep your pet with you rather than place it in the hands of a sitter. A bird carrier will make traveling more pleasurable for both of you... more »

How to Buy a Cockatiel

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Cockatiels are very social birds that make great companions. Bring one into your home and allow it to become a part of your family... more »