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 […]
Years ago metal rings with attached chains were attached to a bird’s leg. The chain was then secured to a perch to prevent the bird from flying away. This method of restraint often resulted in severe injuries to the bird. Although still available, with good reason, they are not popular. Today there are several companies […]
Are you inadvertently reinforcing your bird’s screaming? With our busy lives, we sometimes look for easy solutions to problems, solutions that could exacerbate the problem. My daughter’s Sun Conure, Shemesh, has learned that if he screams (and he’s very loud), he’ll get the attention and treats that he wants. Taking the path of least resistance, […]
