Why Parrots Need Carbohydrates
Sophie tells us why your Parrot needs carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are a macronutrient which plays a vital role in keeping your bird healthy. Including carbohydrates in your Parrot’s diet is essential for many bodily functions, these include: A diet with an imbalance of too much or too little of appropriate carbohydrates can cause digestive health issues, […]
Why Parrots Need Vitamin A
Sophie explains why Parrots need Vitamin A. Vitamin A is a fat soluble micronutrient which plays a vital role in keeping your bird healthy. Including Vitamin A in your Parrot’s diet is essential for many bodily functions, these include: A diet lacking in Vitamin A can lead to infections and illness, especially respiratory infections, Vitamin […]
Why Parrots Need Fats In Their Diet
Sophie tells us why Parrots need fats. Functions Fat is a macronutrient which plays a vital role in keeping your bird healthy. All birds need to have some bioavailable fat in their diet. Including healthy fats in your Parrot’s diet is essential for many bodily functions, these include: A diet lacking in fat can cause […]
Lessons Learnt From A Sick Bird
Sophie explains the lessons learnt from a sick bird. Having a sick bird is one of the hardest and most stressful aspects of living with Parrots. Our sweet Baby Olive the turquoise Green-cheeked Conure became unwell last year. One evening we noticed her scratching at her face repeatedly, but after a minute or two she […]
Why Do Parrots Need Protein?
Sophie tells us why Parrots need protein. Protein is a macronutrient which plays a vital role in keeping your bird healthy. Functions Including protein in your Parrot’s diet is essential for many bodily functions, these include: A diet lacking in protein can cause poor body condition, poor feather condition, lethargy and a slower response to […]
How To Sprout Parrot Seeds
Here is how to sprout Parrot seeds. Spouting seeds, grains and legumes is a fantastic way of providing nutrients, minerals and a source of protein to your bird. When seeds are sprouted, the fat reserve is used up during germination which makes them healthier and easier to digest. Which Seeds Can Be Sprouted? Not all […]
Safe Seeds For Parrots
Find out more about safe seeds for Parrots. Seeds and grains are a natural part of a Parrot’s diet, but as with all things, they should be fed in moderation. Many seeds have a higher fat content, so feeding them as the main part of your bird’s diet will often lead to an imbalance of nutrition […]
Safe Flowers For Parrots
In this blog Sophie looks at safe flowers for Parrots. Flowers are a fantastic addition to your Parrot’s diet, not only for their abundance of health benefits, but also in the variety they provide as part of a balanced diet. They can be presented in a chop, offered as foot toys or even brewed as […]
Safe Spices For Parrots
Find out about safe spices for Parrots. Spices are a fantastic addition to your Parrot’s diet, not only for their abundance of health benefits, but also in the variety they provide as part of a balanced diet. They can be presented in a chop or offered as foot toys, and curious birds will enjoy tasting […]
Safe Herbs for Parrots
Thank you to Sophie Barnett for writing this blog for us on safe herbs for Parrots to eat. The Benefits Of Herbs Herbs are a fantastic addition to your Parrot’s diet, not only for their abundance of health benefits, but also in the variety they provide as part of a balanced diet. They can be […]