Birds

Colonel Potter the macaw parrot with his wings spread out

Trimming Bird Wings

Is trimming a bird’s flight feathers a good idea?There is no right or wrong answer to this question....Read More

Caregiver holding Little Feather the parrot

Parrots for Sale: Why to Adopt Rather Than Buy

Why should I adopt a parrot instead of buying one? There are several good reasons to adopt a bird rather than buy one....Read More

Parrot Behavior and Training

There’s a lot of misinformation about animal behavior and training in general, but even more so for parrots specifically....Read More

Light for Birds: Sunlight vs. Full-Spectrum Bulbs

Light for birds is important to their health and well-being, and there are several factors to consider....Read More

Healthy Parrot: Diet, Nutrition, Toxic Foods

Parrot diets should consist of a combination of a high-quality pellet and whole, fresh foods. Contrary to popular belief, most parrots should not be fed seed mixes....Read More

This woman chose just the right pet for her and her family: a medium-sized dog from the local shelter who is oh-so-sweet.

Choosing a Pet

Sharing your life with an animal has great benefits and can bring you great joy....Read More

Parrot who lives in a "bird proofed" home

Bird Proofing Your Home

As caretakers of our pet birds, we want to keep them as safe as possible....Read More

close-up on the face of a healthy green parrot

Bird Health: Signs of a Sick Bird, Avian Vet Care

Regular checkups, preventative medicine, and emergency preparedness are important to keep pet birds healthy and happy....Read More

Person trying to get a parrot to step up using a towel

Bird Handling Techniques

Should a pet bird be handled? Your bird should be a part of your family and you should spend some one-on-one time with him every day, but that doesn't necessarily...Read More

dog doing clicker training with a person

A Guide to Clicker Training Pets

Clicker training dogs, cats, and other animals is a fun and effective way to communicate with your pets....Read More

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