Alice Wender Think taking your bird on a trip is all fun and games? Think again! Traveling with your feathered friend can be super risky if you don’t know what you’re doing. Seriously, you could be putting their life in danger without even realizing it! This article is packed with crucial info every bird owner NEEDS to … Read more
Okay, bird lovers, listen up! You think your home is a cozy paradise? Think again! Turns out, our houses are secretly PACKED with dangers for our feathered friends. Don’t panic! You’re not a bad bird parent. Most of us have NO idea about these hidden hazards. But guess what? A whopping 40% of bird owner … Read more
Okay, bird lovers, listen up! You know those crazy stories? Birds taken to regular vets who just… don’t get it? Yeah, those end in heartbreak. When it comes to your precious bird, you CANNOT play roulette with their health. Most people think “a vet is a vet,” right? WRONG! Did you know less than 1% … Read more
Thinking about skipping quarantine for your new bird? HUGE mistake! You’re literally gambling with your whole flock’s lives. This isn’t just some rule – it’s your #1 defense against killer bird diseases. Don’t risk it! In a world full of sneaky bird illnesses (bird flu, anyone?!), quarantine isn’t optional – it’s ESSENTIAL. Seriously, one tiny … Read more
Is your feathered buddy looking a little… patchy? Seeing your bird pluck its feathers can be easy to brush off. “Just a phase,” you might think, like a bad haircut. WRONG! For pet birds, especially parrots, feather plucking is a HUGE red flag. It’s like they’re waving SOS signals with their own feathers! This isn’t … Read more
Think wing clipping is just a normal thing for pet birds? Think again! Turns out, this common practice might actually be BAD for your feathered buddy. Lots of people clip their bird’s wings thinking it’s the safest way to keep them from flying away. But is it really that simple? You’re not alone if you’re … Read more
You love your feathered buddy, right? Of course! But that simple nail trim you think is helping? It could actually be a disaster waiting to happen. Think a quick snip is no big deal? Think again. Stats show tons of birds get HURT by DIY nail trims. We’re talking about 30% of bird injuries vets … Read more
A lone eagle, bobbing helplessly on the waves, might easily be mistaken for a piece of driftwood—if you weren’t paying close attention. But when Canadian fisherman Dan Dunbar spotted what he first assumed was debris off Nanoose Bay, he realized in an instant that this was something far more extraordinary: a young bald eagle fighting … Read more
Have you ever wondered if your feathered friend could outlive you? Imagine your grandkids inheriting not your antique watch, but your brightly colored, chatty companion! Welcome to the fascinating, quirky, and sometimes ridiculously long-lived world of exotic birds. Today, we’re diving deep into the remarkable tales of exotic birds with the longest lifespans. Macaws: Vibrant, … Read more
Thinking of adding a splash of color and personality to your home? You’ve probably asked yourself, “How much does owning an exotic bird cost?” Before you let visions of tropical parrots and singing cockatoos dance in your head, let’s take a closer look at what’s hiding behind those vibrant feathers and playful antics. Spoiler alert: … Read more