There are some signs in parrot behavior that you just cannot afford to ignore. Your bird cannot tell you when it is ill, and the only way you will know that there is a problem is if you look for signs and symptoms that something is wrong. When it comes to symptoms that should never Read the Rest…

Parrots do not have the same abilities as humans to fend off viruses and maladies of different types. Because of this, we have to watch out for our feathered friends and give them the proper treatment and care should they become ill. If you are a parrot owner, it is vital that you understand the Read the Rest…

There may be many illnesses that could come along in your parrot’s life, and some of those illnesses can be life threatening. However, before you jump to grab those antibiotics every time your bird gets sick, you need to keep in mind a few things. Antibiotics are not the cure all solution for all bird Read the Rest…

No matter how long you have owned your parrot, you could definitely be taken by surprise if your normally talkative bird just stops talking one day. This can be more than surprising. It may be downright alarming. What would cause your bird to stop talking? Is this a sign that there is something majorly wrong Read the Rest…

Do you know the frustration of trying your best to take care of your pet parrot but there just seems to be something wrong? You may be wondering why your parrot is losing its feathers. You may be concerned about the overall health of the bird when it begins experiencing feather loss. In fact, there Read the Rest…

While you may wish it would never happen, your loving and sweet parrot could show an aggressive side and bite from time to time. There are many reasons why a parrot may bite a human. The most common two include fear and aggression. If your parrot is agitated or you are bothering it when it Read the Rest…

We all know that there are many illnesses and problems with a bird that will show their signs in the bird’s excrement. It is important that you learn to look for these signs in the bird’s waste because this can be very important to maintaining health for the bird. For example, do you know what Read the Rest…

Just as with any pets you may own, parrots can be prone to injuries that can be quite painful. In order to properly care for your parrot, it is important that you understand these injuries and how you should treat them. Of course, the beak is one area that could be injured on your bird. Read the Rest…

Parrot nutrition can certainly be a tricky situation. You will need to make sure your bird is getting the right balance of nutrients, and this will require creating just the perfect diet. However, if your parrot is deficient in one type of nutrient, it could exhibit symptoms that can give you a sign of this. Read the Rest…

Feather plucking is a very common problem that numerous bird owners will tell you about. If you have ever owned parrots, you most likely have had at least one bird with a feather plucking problem. The good news is that this plucking habit is one that can be deterred if you know how to do Read the Rest…