Information on Birds
Feather Destructive Behaviour
Feather destructive behaviour is a common concern in pet birds and for good reason – approximately 15% of all parrots (and up to 40% of
Hormonal Activity
Controlling Reproductive/Hormonal Activity Historically, pet owners have often considered close physical contact with their pets as ‘normal’ and even desirable. This certainly holds true for
Converting Birds to Pellets
It is known that birds eating a seed based diet typically have nutritional deficiencies. To aid in the nutritional wellness of pet birds, pelleted and
West Nile Virus
West Nile Virus (WNV) is a disease that: is endemic to Africa but has spread worldwide is caused by a virus from the family Flaviviridae
Psittacosis Information
Psittacosis Derived from the Greek word ‘psittakos’, meaning parrot, psittacosis is a disease of hooked bill, or psittacine birds. Also called ornithosis, chlamydiosis (different from
Bird Care
Information on Bird Care Pet birds are intelligent and active animals and once their nutritional and housing needs are met, it is important to also