There was only one instance of my cockatiel having a flying accident… I brought him into the master bedroom which has a large mirror that he has rarely seen before. While in that room, he got scared of something, flew around, and hit the mirror almost at full speed. This left Read more…
This article highlights the unknown impacts wing-clipping has on pet birds and parrots in captivity. I believe anybody who intends on trimming their bird’s flight feathers has a right to know EXACTLY what this does to their birds, hence the creation of this super detailed post. You’ll be presented with Read more…
Regular exercise is vital to the overall health of your parrot. Wild parrots fly, climb, and forage for food throughout most of the day, so there’s no such thing as too much exercise for our companion birds. In fact, all of their daily activities should encourage a little bit of Read more…
Training a new behaviour is one of the most enriching activities you can engage your cockatiel in. It’s fun, builds trust, and most importantly, training is educational for your cockatiel. Parrots love to learn new behaviours and tricks! This article shows you 5 fun training tricks you can easily start Read more…
Identifying the differences between healthy and unhealthy poop is tough for many cockatiel owners. A lot of people simply don’t know what to look for. But learning what normal and abnormal droppings look like will help you spot any health issues early, which could potentially save your cockatiel’s life. This Read more…
So, you’ve just brought your adopted cockatiel home and they’re settling down in their new environment… How do you start bonding with this cockatiel and gaining its trust? Perhaps it’s already acting friendly towards you, but most likely not. Either way, the 12 tips below will help you start a Read more…
Cockatiels are beautiful parrots that can make very friendly and intelligent companions when adequately cared for… But where can you buy one? This article discusses the 5 primary places you can get a cockatiel. Quick Navigation: 5 Places To Buy Beautiful Cockatiels 1. Parrot Rescue Centres – #1 Best Place Read more…
The decision to rehome a beloved bird is heartbreaking. Unfortunately, a lot of situations can force us to make this decision, such as a sudden loss of income, a family member falling ill, mental health, and a whole range of other specific cases. But if it needs to be done, Read more…
The following lists of safe & toxic plants for pet birds are based on multiple reliable sources, such as: Both lists have been organised in alphabetical order to help you find the specific plant you need! Contact me here if you find any of the info in this article to Read more…
Flat platform perches are a great addition to any bird cage. Having a variety of perch types and perches of different thicknesses, shapes, and sizes is healthy for your bird’s feet. From what I’ve seen, most birds enjoy using flat perches for roosting. However, there are many platform perches on Read more…