• Birds

    (21 articles)
  • How To Use A Crop Needle

    How do I use a crop needle to feed my bird? We do recommend that if you have not used a crop needle before and/or are not very familiar with…

  • myPET Podcast: Feather Issues

    This episode explores the many reasons birds and chickens lose feathers — from completely normal moulting cycles to serious medical, nutritional, parasitic, and behavioural causes. It explains how to tell…

  • Why Do Birds Get Bored?

    Many people are surprised to learn just how intelligent pet birds are. In the wild, birds spend much of their day flying, exploring, foraging for food and interacting with their…

  • Signs Your Bird Is Bored

    Birds don’t always tell us they’re bored in obvious ways. Sometimes the signs can be subtle, while other birds may develop behaviours that are difficult for owners to ignore. Common…

  • Why Foraging Is Important For Pet Birds

    In the wild, birds spend a large part of their day searching for food. Finding seeds, nuts, fruits and other food sources requires time, effort and problem-solving. This natural behaviour…

  • Is a Seed-Only Diet Enough for My Bird?

    Many birds absolutely love seed, and given the choice they’ll often pick out their favourites and leave everything else behind. While seed can be part of your bird’s diet, feeding…