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Learn tips and advice on owning a lovebird, including feeding, diet, bathing, cages and general bird care in these free how to video clips.
There are 19 videos in this series:
Learn why it's easier to keep one lovebird social than it is to keep two social in this free video .
Understand your lovebirds initial checkup, including a physical exam, fecal check and possibly blood work 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 .
Learn the importance of cleaning the bedding of your pet lovebird's cage and how to pick the appropriate bedding materials, such as newspaper, paper towels or recycled paper bedding 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 .
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 .
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 .
Learn to spot malocclusion (or misaligned beak) or injuries to your pet lovebird's beak in this free video .
Taking your pet lovebird to an avian veterinarian for nail trimmings is discussed in this free video .
Talks of microchip implantation and leg bands for your pet lovebird appear in this free video .
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 .
Agapornis, or lovebirds as they are commonly known, are a type of parrot. These social and affectionate birds make very popular pets. While their reputation for developing close bonds with a mate has led many to believe lovebirds should only be kept in pairs, they are capable of developing a solid relationship with human companions as well. Because of their social nature, lovebirds require a considerable amount of attention and care.
In this series of free video clips you’ll learn everything you need to know about owning a lovebird. Expert animal health technician Sarah Tingle offers important information on gender, diet, lifespan, and vet checkups, as well as tips and advice on handling, bathing and caring for your pet bird. You’ll get tips on helping your bird adjust socially to being around people, converting your bird to a more nutritious pellet diet, and ideas on how to best set up your lovebird’s cage. Following the tips in these free videos will help you provide a safe and loving home and help you build a great relationship with your pet lovebird.
Sarah Tingle Sarah is a resident exotic animal health technician and has been working as a technician for seven years, but she began working with animals over 12 years ago at the Wildlife Care Center and has worked at several animal hospitals in the South Florida and Gainesville areas. Her "family" includes Ed the "Lhasa Apsa," an orange tabby named Max, a chinchilla named Pinball, an Oriental Shorthair named Charlie, and two rabbits named Halibut and Porkchop. Her interests outside work include reading, working on cars, and playing paintball.dkdk
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