Planning a vacation is an exciting endeavor, but if you’re a pet bird owner, you face a unique challenge – what to do with your feathered friend while you’re away. Unlike cats or dogs, birds require specialized care and attention. Leaving them alone for an extended period can be stressful for both you and...
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Birds are often considered to be separate from other reptiles, but did you know that they areactually classified as reptiles according to cladistic taxonomy? Cladistic taxonomy is a systemof classification that groups organisms based on shared characteristics and evolutionaryhistory. In this blog post, we’ll explore why birds are classified as reptiles according tocladistic taxonomy....
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Parrots are fascinating birds that come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. With over370 species of parrots in the world, it can be challenging to understand the different types of parrots and their characteristics. In this blog post, we’ll discuss parrot classification and the different types of parrots you might encounter. Parrot...
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Hand rearing, also known as neocare, is the process of raising a baby parrot by hand, without the presence of the parent birds. Hand rearing can be a rewarding experience for bird owners, but it requires a significant commitment of time, effort, and resources. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what hand rearing is...
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As a parrot owner, you want your feathered friend to look and feel their best. Keeping yourparrot’s nails, feathers, and beak in good condition is an important part of their overallhealth and well-being. Birds naturally groom themselves however sometimes human intervention may be required during periods of overgrowth. However, these tasks can be intimidating...
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It's not as cruel as it sounds, rather a process of finely chopping fresh and/or cooked food to form a mix. Simply put, a bird salad....
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Avian professionals who specialize in breeding or rescues, investing in stainless steel cages is a must. However as first time bird owners, what are your options?...
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Unlike the traditional dry bird seed mix, sprouted seeds are a healthier option due to low fat and high vitamin content. Learn how to make your own sprout seed mix today!...
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Birds are highly intelligent animals therefore you can easily teach them tricks that will sure be a household entertainment hit. Start off easy with a spin....
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Positive reinforcement is introducing a stimulus to incite a behavior e.g. praise/rewards. Negative reinforcement & punishment are often confused. Here is why.....
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Have you ever come across an injured bird and didn't know what to do? Quickly recognizing the signs of avian shock is ultimately a matter of life or death....
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Do you clip your birds wings? Before you pick up the scissors, take a short anatomy lesson to see if you're clipping the correct feathers....
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