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Want a pet parrot? Learn how to feed, groom, and hold parrots in this free pet care video series from a veterinarian.
There are 11 videos in this series:
Before you go to the pet store and pick out a parrot, learn how to care for a parrot in this free pet care video clip on caring for parrots.
Hold a parrot in a towel so you can hold him safely and comfortably when trimming his nails, wings and beak; learn more tips on holding parrots in this free pet care video clip.
Learn about the tools needed to care for a pet parrot like: scissors, nail trimmers and a dremel; learn more about caring for parrots in this free pet care video about parrots.
Learn how to properly clip a parrot's nails and file them with a dremel in this free pet care video about caring for parrots, taught by a veterinary technician.
After trimming your parrot's nails, file them with a dremel to make the nail smooth; learn more pet parrot care in this free pet care video about parrots.
Learn how to trim your parrots beak if it doesn't match up properly so it can chew it's food; learn more tips on trimming a parrots beak in this free pet care video.
It's important to trim your parrot’s feathers so it doesn't fly out of open windows or doors; learn the techniques of feather trimming your parrot in this free pet care video.
Be sure to give your parrot a treat after trimming it's nails or feathers, it's important for it to relax and recover; learn more tips on caring for parrots in this free pet care video.
Learn about what is needed and the organization of a parrot’s cage; get more tips on food, water, toys and cage placement in rooms in this free pet care video.
Parrots cages need to be cleaned daily; learn tips about cleaning the inside and outside of your parrots cage in this pet care video taught by a veterinary technician.
Pet parrots should be kept in a safe area in your home; learn tips on how to keep your parrot and visitors safe in this free pet care video.
We have all seen them. Whether they are perching on a dreaded pirate's shoulder, blissfully flying in the tropical trees, or insulting unfriendly neighbors, parrots have had a very special relationship with humans. Due to their extremely sociable nature and high intelligence, parrots have become a favorite pet of many cultures. Caged parrots can be trained to identify objects, describe them, count them, and even answer questions! With a parrot as your pet, you are destined to have a keen companion. However, the owner must beware. Not all parrots are the same. There are over three hundred species of parrots, and each one of them is different from the other. Where one bird may be calm and subdued, another parrot may just be itching to sing The Beach Boy's “Kokomo.” While this may be a great party trick, some owners may want to control their parrot's outburst. So, if you are thinking of getting a pet parrot, it may be wise to learn how to train these birds.
Training a parrot is not the only thing to consider when buying the bird. Knowing how to take care of these animals is extremely important. There are a variety of tasks that the parrot owner needs to know before they invest in their companion. Our expert, Kelley Willey, gives you advice and tips for caring for a parrot. Learn how to hold and catch a parrot. Also, learn how to trim and clip a parrot's nails, beak, and wings. If you are concerned about what to feed your parrot, learn the best kind of treats to give to your bird. With this free video series, you can learn how to become an expert on parrot care. So, take some time, and learn how to care for parrot's today!
Kelly Willey Kelly Willey has been working with small animals since she was sixteen years old. She moved from New Jersey, where she volunteered at an animal shelter and then worked as an assistant at a vet hospital. She graduated in 1989 with an AS degree in Veterinary Technology. She has enjoyed working as a Certified Veterinary Technician at the same small animal vet practice for the past 19 years.dkdk
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