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African Grey Parrots have been traded as pets for centuries. Even Egyptians and Romans may have kept them, but today they're declining in the wild. more...
Parrots need stimulation and activity to keep them both physically and emotionally healthy. Provide parrots with a variety of safe puzzles and foraging toys. more...
A variety of perches is important for a pet parrot's physical and emotional health. They replace natural perches, and help groom beaks and nails. more...
A pet parrot spends a lot of time in its cage, so it's important to choose the right cage for your bird. Size, features, safety, materials, and security are important. more...
Choosing the right pet bird is easy if you match your expectations with the bird's needs. There are lots of features, requirements, costs, and risks to consider. more...
If you notice any of the following signs of illness in your caged bird, it may be a medical emergency. You should take the bird to an avian veterinarian immediately. more...
Less Common but Popular Pet Birds
Almost everyone is familiar with canaries, budgies and parrots, but mynahs, doves, toucans, and crows are often kept as pets as well. more...
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Best Types of Finches for Pets
By:
Angela England
There are so many birds available from big pet stores it can be confusing to know which types make the best pets. For starters, try these easy to care for finches. more...
Bird Talk Is the Tie That Binds
By: Annette Mardis
African grey parrots are the blabbermouths of the pet bird world. Recognized as the most skillful of talking parrots, the grey is sensitive and thrives on attention. more...
By: Janine Logue
Pet birds need plenty of toys to stay happy and healthy, but you don't have to pay an arm and a leg for them. Making your own bird toys will help you save money. more...
By: Ian Dutton
African Grey Parrots and Mynah Birds are amongst the largest pet birds that can be trained to talk relatively easily. more...
By: Janine Logue
Bird toys come in a variety of materials. Plastic toys or wood toys, which is appropriate for your parrot and why? more...
Good Pet Parrots for Apartments
By: Arthi Aravind
Apartment life doesn't have to prohibit you from owning a pet parrot. Many species are suitable because of their small size and low sound level. more...
Natural Cures for Feather Plucking
By: Janine Logue
Feather plucking in pet birds is usually a symptom of an underlying problem. Figuring out what that problem is and treating it is the best way to stop plucking behavior. more...
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