To set the scene, your bird is sound asleep at his/her usual time. Suddenly, in the middle of the night, you are awakened by chaos in the birdcage. If you are frightened, imagine how your bird feels. Night fears can affect any bird, but it appears to be more common in cockatiels. When a frightened […]
Parakeets are also known as Budgerigars (Budgies) in their native Australia. Parakeets are lively, friendly birds that can live about 13 years with proper care. Choosing a parakeet requires some observation. Watch the birds in the cage. You can tell which ones are more active, less timid and even try to perform for you. If […]
Anthropomorphism is the humanization of the non-human, and more people are treating their pets as part of the family. The pet industry is growing in leaps and bounds, the number of pet-owning Americans continues to rise and the number of vets is on the rise too. According to the American Animal Hospital Association, today’s pet […]
