Vegetables are a healthy and nutritious addition to you parrot’s diet. They contain many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants which support the overall health of your bird. Many parrots who have not been exposed to a varied diet previously may be wary of trying new things, however there are lots of different ways to encourage yourContinue reading “How to Get Your Bird to Eat Vegetables – Parrot Diet Conversion Tips”
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Tailoring Your Training To Your Parrot!
Often, when we talk about parrot training it’s in very broad terms. There are many core concepts and methods that work amazingly well across many different parrot species. Techniques such as positive reinforcement, target training, recall, stationing and even step up training are all universally recognised and used with great success. However, something that oftenContinue reading “Tailoring Your Training To Your Parrot!”
The Do’s and Don’ts of Parrot Diet Conversion!
We all want our parrots to eat a healthy and nutritious diet, but the process of introducing new foods can be stressful. Here are our do’s and don’ts of getting your bird to eat vegetables: DO take your time: Diet conversion takes a different amount of time for each bird – there’s no right orContinue reading “The Do’s and Don’ts of Parrot Diet Conversion!”
The Challenges of Living With Parrots!
Keeping parrots in our homes is often a great feeling, with lots of enjoyment, learning and fulfilling interactions. However at times it can be challenging and difficult. Like with having any pet, there are often things we need to overcome to live in harmony with each other. A friend of ours in the parrot communityContinue reading “The Challenges of Living With Parrots!”
What are Stress Bars on Bird Feathers?
Stress bars are lines that run horizontally across the width of a feather, and appear as the feather is growing. They are most commonly seen on tail feathers and can be caused by a variety of reasons including: – Nutritional deficiencies– A stressful experience– Trauma to the feather as it’s growing– Illness All of theseContinue reading “What are Stress Bars on Bird Feathers?”
The Do’s and Don’ts of Parrot Training!
Training our pet birds is essential for a variety of reasons. Training allows us to speak in the same language as our parrots, in turn making living together much easier and fulfilling. Training also allows for the voluntary participation in husbandry and veterinary care, as well as exercise and mental stimulation. Here are some ofContinue reading “The Do’s and Don’ts of Parrot Training!”
Step Up Training – Basic Skills!
When we think of parrot training, our thoughts often turn to tricks, targeting, advanced techniques and flight recall. However, one of the most fundamental and ill maintained parts of parrot training is a consistent step up. So why is it so often ill maintained? Why is it so important? Often, when we first get aContinue reading “Step Up Training – Basic Skills!”
5 Parrot Chop Recipes!
We are back with another five parrot chop recipes to give you inspiration for feeding a raw, whole food diet to your bird! We hope you enjoy creating these meal ideas for your parrot! Chop #1 – Butternut squash including the seeds– Parsnip– Fresh rosemary– Fresh dill– Sugar snap peas– Broccoli– Green bell pepper includingContinue reading “5 Parrot Chop Recipes!”
Parrot Training Pace and Results!
Something we often see crop up when it comes to working with and training our parrots is the expectation and drive for quick results. It’s something we as humans can be guilty of and every parrot trainer out there has had moments where they wanted or expected training or bonding to go quickly. Given theContinue reading “Parrot Training Pace and Results!”
Pumpkins for Parrots!
It’s pumpkin season! One of our favourite times of the year, and you can get your bird involved in the festivities too by offering pumpkin to them! Pumpkins are packed full of nutrition including lots of vitamin A which is essential for eye health. Many pet birds are deficient in vitamin A so it’s importantContinue reading “Pumpkins for Parrots!”
Best Behaved Birds 