Behavior & Training
The Hormonal Hen: Ouch!
Sometimes you just get a hen who is determined to mate. The hen chooses you to be this "mate." You are now the recipient of nasty bites whenever you get too close to another human being. Basically, your roommate, spouse, or other family member becomes a threat. The jealo... Read MoreTeaching Parrots to Talk
One of the reasons humans love parrots is their ability to talk. We love their vocalizations (well, maybe not the screaming they are sometimes prone to), and we enjoy the feeling of communicating with these intelligent, beautiful creatures. (more…)... Read MoreHealth & Safety
Bird-Safe Homes
We have previously discussed dangers such as nonstick cookware, zinc, junkfood, and hazardous toys and household items. One of the more critical concerns in a bird household is the presence of deadly fumes. Many fumes that would not be hazardous to humans and other pets, suc... Read MoreDiet & Nutrition
Wheatgrass: Health Food for Pet Birds
Wheatgrass Can Improve the Health, Vitality, and Fertility of Your Companion and Breeder Birds
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Why the Whydah Has Such a Long Tail
The whydah finch might look like a rather ordinary finch during the nonbreed... Furry Friends
Announcement: The New Dog, The Amazon, and The Senegal Parrot
Inca, my blue-fronted amazon parrot, says "Hi" to Phinnie when he wanders out the patio door toward ... Read MoreThinking of Getting a Bird
How Noisy Is That Parrot?
For some people, noise is a major consideration when bringing a parrot into the ...