Grapes are delicious fruits that we all love, but are they safe for our cockatiels? We’ll be answering that question throughout this super quick article, as well as if the seeds and stems are safe, if raisins are ok too, and the main risks to be aware of when feeding Read more…
As a responsible cockatiel owner, one of your jobs is to make sure your feathered friend is eating the right foods. After all, a good diet is vital to the health of your tiel’. But knowing which foods are safe and which are harmful can be confusing, especially to new Read more…
If you’re struggling to get your bird to eat vegetables, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many bird owners, including myself at times, face this challenge. Whether you own budgies, cockatiels, or large macaws, this is a challenge you need to overcome. Not eating a healthy diet will negatively impact your Read more…
“Can cockatiels eat tomatoes?” “Are tomatoes safe for birds to eat or are they toxic?” A lot of misinformation is spread about the toxicity of tomatoes for cockatiels, especially on Reddit and other forums. Most assume that tomatoes are completely toxic and 1 bite is enough to poison a cockatiel. Read more…
“Can my cockatiel eat cucumber?” Cucumbers are honoured members of the cucurbit plant family, making them related to melons, pumpkins, and squash. They’re also safe for our cockatiels to eat, which is great news for us cucumber lovers! Cucumbers contain many vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that greatly benefit our cockatiels. Read more…
After reading this beginner-friendly article, you’ll have ALL the information you need to take care of a cockatiel so they can live a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life with you. You’ll learn everything from feeding a nutritious diet to setting up an enriching enclosure. As a fellow cockatiel lover, I Read more…
Can cockatiels eat strawberries? 🍓 “Are strawberries safe for birds or are they toxic?” In short, cockatiels can definitely eat strawberries! They make for a healthy and delicious treat, but should only be fed in moderation. Fruits, including strawberries, should only make up 5% of your cockatiel’s diet. But what Read more…
“Can cockatiels eat bananas?” “Are bananas even safe for birds?” Yes! Bananas are perfectly safe to feed your cockatiel. If you’re a banana lover like me, I’m sure you’re happy to hear that you can share your favourite fruit with your cockatiel! However, fruits must only make up 5% of Read more…
“Can cockatiels eat eggs?” “Are they safe for birds?” Yes! Your cockatiels can eat eggs, but like all treats, they should only be fed in moderation. But what about raw eggs? What about eggshells? Are they all safe as well? And most importantly, how often should you provide eggs to Read more…
Is your bird popping out more eggs than what is normal for its species? If so, you could have a chronic egg-laying problem on your hands. It’s normal for a female bird to lay eggs, but laying too many eggs can cause a range of problems, including malnutrition and calcium Read more…