Companion Birds Archive

Parrots are extremely intelligent creatures; and toys are one of the most important items we can purchase for our birds. Many avian behaviorists recommend four types of toys for pet birds: Climbing Toys Foot Toys Ropes Nuts Swings Corn-on-the-Cob Chew Toys Puzzle Toys Some Examples would be: Natural wood branches, Pine cones with seeds, old telephone book, …

All-seed diets are deficient in fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin A, minerals such as calcium, and the correct balance of amino acids. Over time, seed diets lead to malnutrition and weakening of the immune system. Conversion to a healthy diet will improve the health and feather quality of your pet bird. Before beginning a dietary conversion, …

Aspergillosis is a fungal disease caused by the organism, Aspergillus. It may develop in any bird, but companion birds most frequently diagnosed with aspergillosis include African Grey, Amazon, and Pionus parrots. How do birds become infected? Aspergillus may be found everywhere but this fungal organism grows best in a warm, moist environment. When the area starts …