Should You Get a Second Bird? What to Think About First
A second bird can be good company for a bird left alone all day. Here is what to weigh up first, from bonding and breeding to quarantine and setup.
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Should You Get a Second Bird? What to Think About First
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How to Set Up a Foraging Wheel for Your Bird
A bowl makes food easy. Sometimes a little too easy. Here's how to set up a foraging wheel, what to put inside, how to teach your bird what it's for,...
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Bird Safe Plants: Branches, Houseplants and What to Avoid
There are two questions hiding inside "what plants are safe for birds": what can go in the cage, and what's reasonable to have growing in the room. Here's both, how...
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Toxic Household Items for Birds: What to Avoid at Home
Some of the most dangerous things in your home aren't the things your bird might eat. Here's what we'd actually worry about, from non-stick cookware and fly spray to lead...
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Protect Your Bird From Mould: Risks, Cleaning and Prevention
Mould isn't something to panic about every wet week, but it isn't something to ignore around birds either. Here's where it hides, how to spot it, how to clean it...
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Worming Your Bird: When to Treat, How to Do It and What to Watch For
An outdoor aviary has a very different worm risk from a single indoor bird. Here's how birds pick up worms, what to look for, when treatment is appropriate and the...
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Safe Nuts and Seeds for Birds: A Complete Guide
A nut in the shell is food, puzzle and entertainment in one. Our guide covers which nuts and seeds you can offer, how to match the shell to the beak,...
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How to Clean a Bird Cage: Cleaners, Disinfectants and What to Avoid
A cleaner removes the mess. A disinfectant deals with what's left behind. Here's how to clean a bird cage properly, how often to do it, what to use for each...
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Bird-Proofing Your Home: Safe Rooms, Escapes and Cage Setup
Most bird accidents happen during out-of-cage time, and most are preventable. Here's how to set up a safe room, prevent escapes, place a cage properly, and what to do if...
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Can Birds Eat Apples? Seeds, Skin and What to Remove
Apple seeds have picked up a fearsome reputation. Here's what's actually in them, why we still core the Apple before offering it, whether the skin is safe, and which fruit...
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How to Make Bird Bread: An Easy Recipe for Parrots
Bird bread is one of the easier ways to get something new into a fussy bird. Here's the base recipe, what to mix through it, how to store it, and...
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Egg Binding in Birds: Signs, Emergency Care and Prevention
Egg binding is when a hen can't pass an egg, and it's a veterinary emergency. Here's how to recognise the signs, what to do while you arrange care, what to...
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19 Safe Herbs, Spices and Flowers for Birds
A few fresh leaves or a sprinkle of dried flowers can make a familiar bowl smell completely different. Here are 19 safe herbs, spices and edible flowers, how to use...
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Safe Vegetables for Birds: A Complete A to Z Guide
Looking for safe vegetables for birds? This practical guide covers what you can offer, what to avoid, how to prepare vegetables and tips for fussy birds.
