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Calcium, Vitamin D & Specialised Lighting(Post)
Calcium, Vitamin D & Specialised Lighting Liz Wilson explains more about UV light and lighting.
Choosing An Avian Vet (Post)Choosing An Avian Vet Here's some advice on finding an avian vet...As I answer questions for this wonderful website?s Parrot Q&A I find myself constantly
Why Do Parrots Mimic Sounds?(Post)Why Do Parrots Mimic Sounds? Unlike most other birds and animals, Parrots are vocal learners, which means they are able to imitate and learn new sounds. Ha
Branches For Perching and Gnawing(Post)Branches For Perching and Gnawing Rosemary Low tells us about why perches are so important and advice on perching.
Foods For Good Parrot Feather Health(Post)Foods for Good Parrot Feather Health Sophie tells us which foods help your Parrot's feathers.
An Old Parrot Part 1(Post)An Old Parrot - Part 1 Dot Schwarz looks at old Parrot Tiko.Click here to read part 2 of this article.Not many of us Parrot carers will have enjoyed the e
Meet Squidge The Senegal(Post)Meet Squidge The Senegal Thanks to Rebecca Davis for telling us about her Senegal Squidge.This is Squidge, 13-year-old male Senegal.Why did you choose a Se
Join In With Our Quaker Parrot Day Celebrations(Post)Join In With Our Quaker Parrot Day Celebrations Learn more about Quaker Parrot Day.Another month, another of our wonderful Parrot species to celebrate. Thi
Parrot Husbandry(Post)Parrot Husbandry Dot Schwarz looks at the history of Parrot husbandry.Everything changes, so does personal experience, advice and research concerning our a
The One Person Bird | Why Parrots Need Multiple Attachments(Post)The One Person Bird | Why Parrots Need Multiple Attachments Liz Wilson explains why the common perceptions about our companion Parrots being a one person b
Tips to Get Started Training Your Parrot by Barbara Heidenreich(Post)Tips to Get Started Training Your Parrot Training your parrot is one of the most rewarding ways to strengthen your bond, build trust, and provide
About Birch Heath Veterinary Clinic(Post)About Birch Heath Veterinary Clinic Birch Heath is recognised as one of the best equipped surgeries in the country. It treats raptors, Parrots, cage and av
About CJ Hall Veterinary Practices(Post)About C.J. Hall Veterinary Practices Find out more about C.J. Hall Veterinary Practices.With a special interest in medicine and surgery of exotic animals i
Parrot Mealtimes: All Day Or Set Times?(Post)Parrot Mealtimes: All Day Or Set Times? Anything concerning opinions on Parrot husbandry is controversial. In this blog, I shall maintain that set Parrot m
Sick Birds At Home: First Aid(Post)Sick Birds At Home: First Aid Tariq Abou-Zahr of Valley Vets provides helpful information on how you can help your sick bird should they require a
2017 New Years Resolutions For Animal Trainers(Post)2017 New Years Resolutions For Animal Trainers Barbara Heidenreich has new year's resolutions for animal trainers.It's that time of year again! The New Yea
About Soaring Wings Training(Post)About Soaring Wings Training Find out more about Soaring Wings Training.If you?re looking for advice on free flight training or need assistance rehabilitat
Voluntary Nail Trimming & Parrot Husbandry (Post)Voluntary husbandry offers a kinder, more effective approach to nail trimming by teaching your Parrot to actively participate in their own care. Volun
All I Want for Christmas is My Two New Wings(Post)All I Want for Christmas is My Two New Wings Avian Veterinary Services tell the story of an African Grey who had work on their wings.BudgeWe first met Budg
Which Parrot is Right for Me?(Post)Which Parrot is Right for Me? By Liz Wilson It should be stated from the outset that no stranger can tell you what kind of Parrot would work out best in yo
Barbara Heidenreichs Secrets to An Awesome Training Session(Post)Barbara Heidenreich's Secrets to An Awesome Training Session Here is Barbara?s tips for an awesome training session with your Parrot.I had one of those tra
What Can I Feed My Parrot(Post)What Can I Feed My Parrot? The Complete Guide to a Healthy Parrot Diet A healthy diet is one of the most important factors in keeping your Parrot
Safe Flowers For Parrots(Post)Safe Flowers For Parrots
Changing Your Parrot's Behaviour(Post)Changing Your Parrot's Behaviour Barbara Heidenreich has advice on changing your Parrot?s behaviour.Some may be familiar with the hierarchy of behavioural
Tolerating Other Peoples Views On Parrots(Post)Tolerating Other People's Views On Parrots Dot Schwarz tells us how to tolerate other people?s views on Parrots.You become responsible, forever, for what y
When Artha Met Casper(Post)When Artha Met Casper Dot Schwarz explains what happened when Artha met Casper.In town with the two African Greys, Artha and Casper, one on each shoulder,
Heather Scott's Trip Of A Lifetime Volunteering With Parrots In Costa Rica(Post)Heather Scotts Trip Of A Lifetime Volunteering With Parrots In Costa Rica Heather's BackgroundHeather Scott has worked with the Parrots at the Butterfly Ho
How To Bond With & Tame Your Parrot(Post)How To Bond With & Tame Your Parrot Keeping a Parrot can be one of the most exciting and amazing experiences. You have a new feathered friend you are eage
Baby Parrots(Post)Baby Parrots Dot Schwarz tells us more about baby Parrots.Evolution is supposed to have been the catalyst that makes baby animals look cute so that their p
Meet Zorro the Black-headed Caique(Post)Meet Zorro the Black-headed Caique Say hello to Zorro the Black-headed Caique.For this month?s Meet My Parrot we?re meeting Zorro the Black-headed Caique.
My First Macaw(Post)My First Macaw Dot Schwarz talks about her first Macaw Benni.Should someone over 70 accept a Macaw? Rationally no, but one day I will have to find homes an
Do Parrots Get Along With Children(Post)Do Parrots Get Along With Children As it?s National Kids and Pets Day on April 26th, Dot Schwarz takes a look at how children and get along when they live
Help, My Parrot Laid An Egg (Post)Help, My Parrot Laid An Egg Barbara Heidenreich explains what to do if your Parrot lays eggs.A veterinarian once said to me there are two times in a bird?s
Teaching Parrots to Talk(Post)Teaching Parrots to Talk Dot Schwarz explains how to teach Parrots to talk.Talking ability is dependent on two main factors; natural aptitude and a stimula
Ringneck Toy Guide(Post)Ringneck Toy Guide Find out more about Ringneck toys...
Why Parrot Toy Rotation Is So Important(Post)Why Parrot Toy Rotation Is So Important Keep your feathered friend happy, engaged and ready for new adventures with regular toy rotation.As Parrot
Blue Macaws(Post)Which species are called the Blue Macaws? The all-blue species: Spix’s, Hyacinth, Lear’s and the extinct Glaucous. The Blue and Yellow and the Blue-throated Macaws are not included: they are yellow o
Creative Foraging Systems What The Experts Say(Post)Creative Foraging Systems What The Experts Say This article was written by Liz Wilson, CVT, Parrot Behaviour Consultant. Find out why Parrot experts recomm
Meet Chirpy The Budgie(Post)Meet Chirpy The Budgie We?d like you to meet Chirpy the Budgie and her owner Pamela Nicholls.Chirpy is 6 years old and was hand raised after being rejected
Think Parrots - The Not to Be Missed event of the Year!(Post)Think Parrots - The Not to Be Missed Event of the Year! Long time supporter, Rosemary Low explains why she loves the Think Parrots event?
Liberta Cages Endorsed by the World Parrot Trust(Post)Liberta Cages Endorsed by the World Parrot Trust For the first time specialist animal and bird housing importer Liberta is delighted to announce that its l
Which Parrot Species Live Well Together?(Post)Which Parrot Species Live Well Together? Dot Schwarz tells us which Parrot species live well together.How many of us start off with one bird and end up wit
Is My Parrot Overweight?(Post)Is My Parrot Overweight? ?In this article you'll find a useful guide on how to visually assess how heathy your Parrot is.
10 Basic Dos Of Bird Ownership (Post)10 Basic Do's Of Bird Ownership Liz Wilson has 10 basic do?s of Parrot ownership.Companion birds come in all sizes, shapes, colours and personalities. The
Slow And Steady | Converting A Parrot To Pellets(Post)Slow And Steady | Converting A Parrot To Pellets Laurie Hess explains how to convert your Parrot to pellets.By Dr. Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian
Birdie's Choice Step By Step Plan(Post)Birdie's Choice Step By Step Plan Here is how to use the ZuPreem step by step plan to convert your Parrot to new foods.Choose up to three types of pelleted
Socialising A Parrot With Family Members And Friends(Post)Socialising A Parrot With Family Members And Friends Bucktons explain how to help your Parrot with socialising.Pet birds, particularly Parrots, are extreme
Parrot Excitement That Turns To Aggression(Post)Parrot Excitement That Turns To Aggression Barbara Heidenreich explains what happens when Parrot excitement turns to aggression.MacawsAt a recent Parrot tr