National Pet Bird Day: A Crazy Bird Owner's Loving Perspective

National Pet Bird Day: A Crazy Bird Owner's Loving Perspective

Many of you have heard me talk about Lely before. As the proud owner of a delightful cockatoo named Lely, I am thrilled to celebrate National Pet Bird Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the joy, companionship, and unique beauty that pet birds bring into our lives.
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A Beautiful Amazon Parrot Tells His Amazing Story

A Beautiful Amazon Parrot Tells His Amazing Story

Paco, an Amazon parrot discusses the basics of Amazon parrot ownership. Read here to learn more about these amazing birds.
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Reminder - Your Birds Don't Understand The Time Change

Reminder - Your Birds Don't Understand The Time Change

Reminder - Your Birds Don't Understand The Time Change
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Secrets About Feathers

Secrets About Feathers

Think you know everything about feathers? Read here to discover some interesting things you probably never knew!
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Unique and Fun Phonetic Alphabet for Aviculturists

Unique and Fun Phonetic Alphabet for Aviculturists

Have you ever wondered what the Phonetic Alphabet would look like if you used only species names for our companion birds? Check out this fun version, designed with the aviculturist in mind.
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3 Harmful Mistakes Bird Owners Make with their New Birds

3 Harmful Mistakes Bird Owners Make with their New Birds

Careful interactions during the first, formative weeks of ownership are a great way to enjoy your new bird without resulting in bad habits that can result in rehoming. Here are three common mistakes new bird owners make and how you can easily avoid them.
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How Many Colorful Parakeets Can You Fit in a Cage?

How Many Colorful Parakeets Can You Fit in a Cage?

The title of this column probably sounds like the start of a bad joke, but it is actually one of the more common questions I receive. This column will help you discover the answers to that and other common questions about parakeets.
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Covid-19: 3 Surprising Ways Your Bird Might Be Suffering

Covid-19: 3 Surprising Ways Your Bird Might Be Suffering

Have you noticed a change in your bird's behavior since the start of the pandemic? This column will help you identify critical ways your bird might be suffering.
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Easing Parrots into Their New Loving Home

Easing Parrots into Their New Loving Home

In the wild, parrots are social creatures that live together in large flocks. When parrots are kept as pets, we humans become their new flock. Parrots still require the social interaction to maintain a well-balanced disposition. 
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Maybe It's Time to Say Goodbye Now

Maybe It's Time to Say Goodbye Now

Think your parrot will outlive you? Maybe not. This is the story of one cockatoo owner's decision about euthanasia.
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Baby Parrots Don't Fit in Car Seats

Baby Parrots Don't Fit in Car Seats

So what’s a new bird parent to do to keep his baby bird safe? This article contains tips for bird-proofing your home to make it safe for a parrot.
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Be Sure to Ask These Important Questions Before Adoption

Be Sure to Ask These Important Questions Before Adoption

A checklist of questions you need to ask before you adopt.
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Promote Healthy Feathers With This Easy Essential Oil Spray

Promote Healthy Feathers With This Easy Essential Oil Spray

This is a special recipe to give your bird's feathers that amazing sheen you've seen on show birds and in magazines.
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The Rainbow Bridge, Avian Edition

The Rainbow Bridge, Avian Edition

Those who have lost a special bird may be comforted by the words of the modified rainbow bridge poem.
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How to Bake Healthy and Delicious Cockatiel Cookies

How to Bake Healthy and Delicious Cockatiel Cookies

Show your cockatiel how much you care--he'll love this recipe for cookies as much as you love him!
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The Most Important Things to Consider Before Adding a New Bird

The Most Important Things to Consider Before Adding a New Bird

Thousands of parrots are re-homed each year. Are you ready to make the life-long decision to add a bird to your life? This article will help you decide. 
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Is a Sweet Pionus the Best Bird for You?

Is a Sweet Pionus the Best Bird for You?

Birdie Beth Anne considers the pros and cons of pionus ownership and guides you in your decision.
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How to Quickly Prepare Fresh Chop

How to Quickly Prepare Fresh Chop

Have you heard about chop but wondered how to make it?  Here's what you need to know to make this healthy and delicious avian essential.
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Seven Important Aspects of Parrot Care

Seven Important Aspects of Parrot Care

This is the second of a seven part series on Parrot Care - A is for Apples
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Dangerous and Deadly Foods Bird Owners Must Avoid

Dangerous and Deadly Foods Bird Owners Must Avoid

We're all for sharing human food with your companion bird, but there are some foods that can make your bird ill or even kill him. Here is a list of these foods.
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Seven Important Aspects of Parrot Care

Seven Important Aspects of Parrot Care

This is the first of a seven part series on Parrot Care P is for Play
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Poisonous and Toxic Plants Bird Owners Must Avoid

Poisonous and Toxic Plants Bird Owners Must Avoid

Do you know which plants should never be kept around your companion birds?  This list includes many common plants that are toxic to birds. If you own birds, you should avoid having these dangerous plants in your home.
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How to Know if a Cute Caique is the Perfect Bird for You

How to Know if a Cute Caique is the Perfect Bird for You

Explore caique ownership and learn if a caique is the right bird for your home.
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Rosellas as Companions, One of the Best-Kept Secrets

Rosellas as Companions, One of the Best-Kept Secrets

This article contains information about rosellas.  You'll read about the six beautiful rosella species of Australia and the nearby islands.
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The Parakeet, a Fascinating Companion With Amazing Personality

The Parakeet, a Fascinating Companion With Amazing Personality

This article provides parakeet facts and tells about them both in captivity and in the wild.  Read about the charming parakeet and learn interesting budgie facts.
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