Parrots have loud voices as anyone acquainted with them can attest to. They usually decide to use them at the most inopportune times – when we are on the telephone, trying to have a conversation with a visitor, etc. Usually there’s a good reason when they are especially noisy. The first thing to do is […]
In a recent alert, we warned about fumes from teflon-coated pots and pans. But there are other hazards in your home that can harm your bird. Birds have very sensitive respiratory tracts and just a small whiff of something harmful or play with some objects can prove fatal. Here are some hazards to be on […]
Shredding is a natural behavior in birds. Wild birds shred and tear material searching for food and to build nests. Birds seem to shred even more during breeding season when an increase in hormones is present. Lots of bird toys encourage this normal behavior. While it may mean that your bird will destroy a toy […]