Bird Health

Choosing an Avian Vet -- SO! You've got your bird...you're feeding it right and it seems healthy...all the more reason to choose an avian vet right now. It's very important to make contact with and maintain a good relationship with a qualified veterinarian.

First Aid Kits for Companion Birds -- Do you have a first aid kit for your companion bird? It's probably not something many folks think about until it's too late. In an avian emergency, every second is critical.

Quarantine -- For most people, bringing home a new bird means placing it in its cage, playing with it, and not thinking about the impact that new member of the family has on the other birds in the household.

The All Natural Approach -- Lots of people have heard of homeopathic health care, but few relate it to birds. In fact, some parrot owners are not at all familiar with or rely totally on this all natural approach to avian health care.

Scaly Face in Budgies -- Scaly face is a common condition in birds caused by a mite called Knemidocoptes. This scaly face condition is seen mostly in budgerigars and by knowing what symptoms to look for you will be able to provide treatment to your bird as soon as possible. If the mites are not identified early the damage could be severe.

Proper Care for Your Feathered Friends -- A bird's cage is his castle, and to have a happy and healthy bird, it should be treated as such. Birds are very vulnerable to diseases and it can never be stressed enough to maintain a clean environment for them.

Common Pet Parrot Dangers -- The fact that your parrot will probably be tucked away in his cage for most of the time might give you the false impression that he’s safer than other pets, since there won’t be any outdoor dangers lurking around him.

First Aid for Your Exotic Pet Bird or Parrot -- Although you cannot dial 911, you should have your Avian Veterinarian's phone number close at hand. When a bird is sick, he or she hides it well because in nature, the flock, out of fear of disease, might harm a bird that appears ill so as to protect the flock from all becoming sick.

Cockatiel Illnesses -- Cockatiels are one of the most lovable pets in the world. They are a valuable treasure to the owner. Cockatiels, just like humans, need a lot of attention and care. Parrots as pets are delightful but they can become extremely moody and temperamental. This may also depend on its health and diet.

What to do When Your Pet Bird Gets Sick -- Like other pets, your bird can get sick but unlike other pets your birds illness can become serious, even life-threatening, very quickly. If your bird is acting even the slightest bit ill you should get him to your veterinarian right away since birds can go downhill very fast.

Will Your Pet Bird Outlive You? -- One common misconception about pet birds is that they live for hundreds of years and need to be willed to someone in order to ensure their care after you’re gone. While birds do live for quite a long time in the wild, their lifespan in captivity is actually much shorter. In this article are some common pet birds and their average life span in captivity given that they receive superior care and a proper diet.