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 […]
A bird’s healthy beak is vital for your bird and has many uses – eating, climbing, tearing, preening, to name some. Your bird should be able to perform all these functions without a problem. Your bird’s beak is made out of keratin, the same material as fingernails are made from. And just like fingernails, the […]
There are so many wonderful, colorful, fun-looking toys to choose for our birds. But you need to be aware of any dangers some toys can pose and choose wisely. Check toys carefully before purchasing them to make sure your bird won’t tangle him/herself in them causing choking or catching feet or body in them. Wear […]
