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Bert's Blueberry Carrot Cake
I created the Blueberry Carrot Cake for a little parrot named Bert on his first hatchday celebration, and it was definitely Bert approved. This yummy Blueberry Carrot Cake is actually...
Bert's Blueberry Carrot Cake
I created the Blueberry Carrot Cake for a little parrot named Bert on his first hatchday celebration, and it was definitely Bert approved. This yummy Blueberry Carrot Cake is actually...
Cancer in Pet Birds
May is Pet Cancer Awareness Month, a time to educate ourselves about the prevalence of cancer in our beloved pets, including parrots. While cancer in pets is not as widely...
Cancer in Pet Birds
May is Pet Cancer Awareness Month, a time to educate ourselves about the prevalence of cancer in our beloved pets, including parrots. While cancer in pets is not as widely...
Is Organic better for your Bird?
 As bird owners we usually ask ourselves whether we should buy organic fruits and vegetables, as well as organic preparedd bird foods, for our birds. Is organic better, safer?...
Is Organic better for your Bird?
 As bird owners we usually ask ourselves whether we should buy organic fruits and vegetables, as well as organic preparedd bird foods, for our birds. Is organic better, safer?...
Spring into some Carrot Tops
Gardening for birds is fun and a win-win for the birds.  Gardening for your bird doesn't require a lot of space and a lot of physical work.  It can be as...
Spring into some Carrot Tops
Gardening for birds is fun and a win-win for the birds.  Gardening for your bird doesn't require a lot of space and a lot of physical work.  It can be as...
How to Teach a Bird to Talk
I am often asked for suggestions on the best way to teach a bird to talk. Everyone thinks a talking parrot is just the coolest thing, and it is indeed...
How to Teach a Bird to Talk
I am often asked for suggestions on the best way to teach a bird to talk. Everyone thinks a talking parrot is just the coolest thing, and it is indeed...
Spring Painting
Planning to do some home spring painting? To carefully to avoid any dangers to your bird. Â To understand why birds are so sensitive to anything in the air including odors...
Spring Painting
Planning to do some home spring painting? To carefully to avoid any dangers to your bird. Â To understand why birds are so sensitive to anything in the air including odors...
The Spring Cleaning Bug
Some easy tips for tackling the Spring Cleaning bug for you and your bird. Deep cleaning is healthy for your bird and a good time to check all perches and...
The Spring Cleaning Bug
Some easy tips for tackling the Spring Cleaning bug for you and your bird. Deep cleaning is healthy for your bird and a good time to check all perches and...
In Case of an Emergency
As a responsible bird owner, it's really important to consider all aspects of caring for your feathered friends, including what to do in an emergency. Have you thought about who...
In Case of an Emergency
As a responsible bird owner, it's really important to consider all aspects of caring for your feathered friends, including what to do in an emergency. Have you thought about who...
Strawberry Coconut Bird Cake
Strawberry Coconut Bird Cake Your bird is going to love this very special Bird Cake!Ingredients:1 package of your favorite Bird Bread Mix2 large eggs1 and 1/3 cup water2 tablespoons olive...
Strawberry Coconut Bird Cake
Strawberry Coconut Bird Cake Your bird is going to love this very special Bird Cake!Ingredients:1 package of your favorite Bird Bread Mix2 large eggs1 and 1/3 cup water2 tablespoons olive...
Parrot Enrichment
What is Parrot Enrichment? Those of us who love parrots already know they are highly intelligent and social creatures. They also require mental and physical stimulation to thrive. Providing enrichment...
Parrot Enrichment
What is Parrot Enrichment? Those of us who love parrots already know they are highly intelligent and social creatures. They also require mental and physical stimulation to thrive. Providing enrichment...
What is a Pin Feather?
We call them "pin" feathers because they look like tiny spiky pins (especially when on the head) of our birds. Â Baby birds have loads of them, but even an adult...
What is a Pin Feather?
We call them "pin" feathers because they look like tiny spiky pins (especially when on the head) of our birds. Â Baby birds have loads of them, but even an adult...
Just How Smart is Your Bird
  Many parrots are known for their ability to mimic human speech often, but have you ever wondered just how smart these colorful birds really are? Understanding your parrot's...
Just How Smart is Your Bird
  Many parrots are known for their ability to mimic human speech often, but have you ever wondered just how smart these colorful birds really are? Understanding your parrot's...
Looking for a New Bird?
Are you considering adding a feathered friend to your family? Adding a new bird to your home can be an exciting experience, but it's important to make sure you are...
Looking for a New Bird?
Are you considering adding a feathered friend to your family? Adding a new bird to your home can be an exciting experience, but it's important to make sure you are...
Winterizing Your Bird Area
Winter cold air means keeping our beloved parrots warm and happy during the colder months. Just like people, our feathered friends may need a little extra TLC when the temperatures...
Winterizing Your Bird Area
Winter cold air means keeping our beloved parrots warm and happy during the colder months. Just like people, our feathered friends may need a little extra TLC when the temperatures...
Caring for Your Senior Parrot
As parrots age, their health and care needs often change. It's important for bird owners to understand how to better care for their senior feathered friends to ensure they live...
Caring for Your Senior Parrot
As parrots age, their health and care needs often change. It's important for bird owners to understand how to better care for their senior feathered friends to ensure they live...
Importance of Humidity
It is essential for parrot owners to be aware of the signs that indicate low humidity levels in their home. Some common signs include excessive preening, fluffed-up feathers, respiratory issues...
Importance of Humidity
It is essential for parrot owners to be aware of the signs that indicate low humidity levels in their home. Some common signs include excessive preening, fluffed-up feathers, respiratory issues...
Healthy Winter Fruits
Choosing Healthy Fruits in Winter is a Win for Your Bird Healthy fruits are not just a summer/fall food. When it comes to keeping your pet bird healthy during the...
Healthy Winter Fruits
Choosing Healthy Fruits in Winter is a Win for Your Bird Healthy fruits are not just a summer/fall food. When it comes to keeping your pet bird healthy during the...
Hidden Danger in Our Kitchen
With the fall and winter holidays upon us, some of us may be planning lots of baking and extra cooking for our families and friends. A good time to remind...
Hidden Danger in Our Kitchen
With the fall and winter holidays upon us, some of us may be planning lots of baking and extra cooking for our families and friends. A good time to remind...
Parrots Helping Veterans
There are many troubled parrots in rescue centers in need of loving homes. Some are abandoned by their family, left behind at the death of their owner, or abused with...
Parrots Helping Veterans
There are many troubled parrots in rescue centers in need of loving homes. Some are abandoned by their family, left behind at the death of their owner, or abused with...
Time Changes Can Affect your Bird
Abrupt changes in daylight hours can cause stress and anxiety in pet birds. Birds rely on the natural light cycle to regulate their sleep patterns, feeding times, and overall behavior....
Time Changes Can Affect your Bird
Abrupt changes in daylight hours can cause stress and anxiety in pet birds. Birds rely on the natural light cycle to regulate their sleep patterns, feeding times, and overall behavior....
National Pet Wellness Month
National Pet Wellness Month October is National Pet Wellness month and that should include bird wellness as well as dogs and cats. Most Avian Veterinarians recommend twice yearly bird checkups...
National Pet Wellness Month
National Pet Wellness Month October is National Pet Wellness month and that should include bird wellness as well as dogs and cats. Most Avian Veterinarians recommend twice yearly bird checkups...
Pumpkin Seed Nutrition
Pumpkin seeds are not only tasty but packed with essential nutrients that will have your feathered friend squawking with joy. It's so easy to add these nutritional seeds to your...
Pumpkin Seed Nutrition
Pumpkin seeds are not only tasty but packed with essential nutrients that will have your feathered friend squawking with joy. It's so easy to add these nutritional seeds to your...
october is fire safety month
October is Fire Safety Month and it's a great time to evaluate your preparedness for the safety of all family members and any beloved pets. Birds are particularly vulnerable in...
october is fire safety month
October is Fire Safety Month and it's a great time to evaluate your preparedness for the safety of all family members and any beloved pets. Birds are particularly vulnerable in...
October the Month of Apples
October is National Apple Month October is not just about pumpkin spice and falling leaves; it's also the perfect time to celebrate apples! These versatile fruits are not only delicious...
October the Month of Apples
October is National Apple Month October is not just about pumpkin spice and falling leaves; it's also the perfect time to celebrate apples! These versatile fruits are not only delicious...
September is Papaya Month
September is National Papaya month, making it a great time to introduce your bird to some papaya if you have not already done so.Papaya is sometimes also called PawPaw and...
September is Papaya Month
September is National Papaya month, making it a great time to introduce your bird to some papaya if you have not already done so.Papaya is sometimes also called PawPaw and...
Summer Harvest Vegetables
There are plenty of healthy vegetables to harvest during the summer that can be shared by you and your bird. Check out the top 8 veggies our birds love that...
Summer Harvest Vegetables
There are plenty of healthy vegetables to harvest during the summer that can be shared by you and your bird. Check out the top 8 veggies our birds love that...
Summer Harvest Fruits
Harvesting some summer fruits for your bird can mean healthy yummy nutrition. Here are a few fruits you will probably find easily at your local Farmer's Market or even in...
Summer Harvest Fruits
Harvesting some summer fruits for your bird can mean healthy yummy nutrition. Here are a few fruits you will probably find easily at your local Farmer's Market or even in...
Summer Cabbage Birdie Slaw
This birdie cabbage slaw can be fed to all birds, from finches and canaries (by chopping all ingredients into smaller sizes) to the large macaws with chunkier pieces. A great recipe...
Summer Cabbage Birdie Slaw
This birdie cabbage slaw can be fed to all birds, from finches and canaries (by chopping all ingredients into smaller sizes) to the large macaws with chunkier pieces. A great recipe...
Fourth of July Fireworks
The 4th of July and Independence Day celebrations can be exciting, fun, and filled with activities, including fireworks. However, don't forget to consider your feathered and furred friends who may...
Fourth of July Fireworks
The 4th of July and Independence Day celebrations can be exciting, fun, and filled with activities, including fireworks. However, don't forget to consider your feathered and furred friends who may...
Why Birds Molt
Why do birds molt? For most bird people there are really only 3 different feather areas we deal with. Those fluffy white downy feathers that float around the room and...
Why Birds Molt
Why do birds molt? For most bird people there are really only 3 different feather areas we deal with. Those fluffy white downy feathers that float around the room and...
Are you ready for Severe Weather
Spring and early summer often brings tornados, floods, severe thunderstorms, lightning strikes, and extended power outages, or even early hurricanes for some areas of the US. Being prepared ahead of such...
Are you ready for Severe Weather
Spring and early summer often brings tornados, floods, severe thunderstorms, lightning strikes, and extended power outages, or even early hurricanes for some areas of the US. Being prepared ahead of such...
Time to Get those Gardens Going
I thoroughly enjoy spring time. It's freshness and renewal of the earth is rejuvenating. I especially enjoy getting my little garden growing. Unlike years past where a good portion of...
Time to Get those Gardens Going
I thoroughly enjoy spring time. It's freshness and renewal of the earth is rejuvenating. I especially enjoy getting my little garden growing. Unlike years past where a good portion of...
Easter Fruit Breads
A fruity smelling bird bread is springtime in a muffin. Watch your bird enjoy the chunks of mango, pineapple, tangy strawberries, banana, and the yummy coconut in this healthy bird...
Easter Fruit Breads
A fruity smelling bird bread is springtime in a muffin. Watch your bird enjoy the chunks of mango, pineapple, tangy strawberries, banana, and the yummy coconut in this healthy bird...
Spring Time in Parrot World
Those spring time warm days often seem to bring with them a feathered friend who may act like a bird with a newly developed personality disorder. Or maybe even a...
Spring Time in Parrot World
Those spring time warm days often seem to bring with them a feathered friend who may act like a bird with a newly developed personality disorder. Or maybe even a...
St Patricks Day Bird Muffins
Have some St. Patrick's Day fun and bake up some easy-peasy bird muffins in green colors. Nutritious and fun for you and your feathered friends.
St Patricks Day Bird Muffins
Have some St. Patrick's Day fun and bake up some easy-peasy bird muffins in green colors. Nutritious and fun for you and your feathered friends.
Does Your Bird Get Enough Exercise?
Sometimes we don't realize just how inactive our birds really are. They often stay in cages too small to actually fly in if they are flighted. They are often carried...
Does Your Bird Get Enough Exercise?
Sometimes we don't realize just how inactive our birds really are. They often stay in cages too small to actually fly in if they are flighted. They are often carried...
February the Month of Love
"My bird threw up on me. Yuck!" Well, maybe "Yuck!" to the human, but it could be a sign of true love from your parrot. Of course, we are assuming...
February the Month of Love
"My bird threw up on me. Yuck!" Well, maybe "Yuck!" to the human, but it could be a sign of true love from your parrot. Of course, we are assuming...
Create your Own Special Birdie Pizza
February 9, 2024 is National Pizza Day and Pizza is not just for humans. Birds love Veggie Pizzas too. You just need to prepare it a little differently when creating...
Create your Own Special Birdie Pizza
February 9, 2024 is National Pizza Day and Pizza is not just for humans. Birds love Veggie Pizzas too. You just need to prepare it a little differently when creating...
Small Birds like Big Toys Too
My small bird prefers really big toys, is that normal? Some people may think this is an unusual question, but it really is not. Â Bird toy preferences vary greatly among...
Small Birds like Big Toys Too
My small bird prefers really big toys, is that normal? Some people may think this is an unusual question, but it really is not. Â Bird toy preferences vary greatly among...
Why Is My Bird so Noisy?
What is a loud noisy parrot to one person, may be a very quiet bird to another. Noise is definitely relevant to each individual. A macaw or cockatoo yelling out the...
Why Is My Bird so Noisy?
What is a loud noisy parrot to one person, may be a very quiet bird to another. Noise is definitely relevant to each individual. A macaw or cockatoo yelling out the...
How cold is too Cold for a Parrot?
Although parrots are native to many hot tropical rainforests with temperatures in the 90's and humidity even higher at times, that does not mean you will need to keep your...
How cold is too Cold for a Parrot?
Although parrots are native to many hot tropical rainforests with temperatures in the 90's and humidity even higher at times, that does not mean you will need to keep your...
Holiday Fruit Cake for your Bird
Love Fruitcake? I'm pretty sure your bird will love this wonderful holiday fruit cake with loads of fruity goodness including coconut, pineapple, papaya, and Brazil nuts,
Holiday Fruit Cake for your Bird
Love Fruitcake? I'm pretty sure your bird will love this wonderful holiday fruit cake with loads of fruity goodness including coconut, pineapple, papaya, and Brazil nuts,
How important is humidity in winter?
Very low humidity levels increase dry skin, itchy skin, and even flakiness for your bird. Â It can cause over-preening and even feather destruction in an attempt to help relieve the...
How important is humidity in winter?
Very low humidity levels increase dry skin, itchy skin, and even flakiness for your bird. Â It can cause over-preening and even feather destruction in an attempt to help relieve the...
Holiday Safety Tips for Birds
We all want our winter holiday season to be a safe happy time of the year. Here are a few suggestions and thoughts on how to help keep everyone safe...
Holiday Safety Tips for Birds
We all want our winter holiday season to be a safe happy time of the year. Here are a few suggestions and thoughts on how to help keep everyone safe...
A Thanksgiving Feast for Your Bird
We humans are part of our bird's flock and sharing is caring you know. However, not all food that we humans enjoy, is necessarily healthy or a good choice to...
A Thanksgiving Feast for Your Bird
We humans are part of our bird's flock and sharing is caring you know. However, not all food that we humans enjoy, is necessarily healthy or a good choice to...
It is Nutty Season!
If you are a nutty human who lives with a nutty parrot (meaning one who loves nuts), then knowing how to save a few pennies and keep the nuts fresh...
It is Nutty Season!
If you are a nutty human who lives with a nutty parrot (meaning one who loves nuts), then knowing how to save a few pennies and keep the nuts fresh...
Tips for Being Prepared for Winter Temperatures
As we move into winter temps across the country, warmth is necessary for us and for our birds.  Whether you use electric or gas powered central heat, having an annual checkup...
Tips for Being Prepared for Winter Temperatures
As we move into winter temps across the country, warmth is necessary for us and for our birds.  Whether you use electric or gas powered central heat, having an annual checkup...
Halloween Pumpkin Cake
Use your imagination and create your very own special Halloween Pumpkin Cake for your special bird. You can be as creative as you want with this fun birdie cake. Use...
Halloween Pumpkin Cake
Use your imagination and create your very own special Halloween Pumpkin Cake for your special bird. You can be as creative as you want with this fun birdie cake. Use...
Halloween Safety Tips
Although there are usually less and less Trick-or-Treaters going door to door in neighborhoods these days, there are still plenty of fun activities that include sweet treats. If you do...
Halloween Safety Tips
Although there are usually less and less Trick-or-Treaters going door to door in neighborhoods these days, there are still plenty of fun activities that include sweet treats. If you do...
It's Pumpkin Season
Pumpkins for your Bird! Pumpkins and pumpkin seeds are truly a superfood. High in vitamin A, providing calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, and other wonderful healthy nutrients, makes them a winner for...
It's Pumpkin Season
Pumpkins for your Bird! Pumpkins and pumpkin seeds are truly a superfood. High in vitamin A, providing calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, and other wonderful healthy nutrients, makes them a winner for...
