How to get a bird back in its cage | 4 top tips
Unless you keep it in a large aviary, it’s important to let your parrot or other bird out of its cage for at least a few hours daily. It’s a…
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Toys for parrots | How to make sure they’re safe
If you currently own or have ever owned any type of parrot, you’ll know that these birds are usually extremely playful. Toys for parrots are a must-have in your feathered…
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Hormonal parrot: Causes & solutions
If your parrot suddenly seems to turn on you in every possible way, it can be easy to become frustrated with your bird. Many parrots end up being given away…
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My Pet Parrot Stories Introduction
Don’t you just want to shout from the rooftops sometimes about how amazing your parrot is? The Parrot Essentials team would like to listen! Our new monthly publication, My Pet…
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Stressed parrot | Causes & solutions
If you have some experience with parrots, you’ll know that these birds can be prone to stress. They need a lot of mental stimulation and attention, and they can be…
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Parrot aggression: Explanations and solutions
It can be heartbreaking if your previously snuggly parrot seems to become aggressive overnight, or if the long-awaited feathered addition to the family doesn’t turn out to be as friendly…
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Loss of a pet parrot: 6 tips to help you cope
We know the loss of a pet is not the nicest topic, but as much as we wish our parrots were immortal, all good things must eventually come to an…
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Why do pet parrots like to bathe?
Most of us know that birds in general bathe from time to time. New parrot owners, though, are sometimes left amazed at how much their feathered friend loves to take…
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Sprouting seeds for parrots | In 4 steps
Here on the blog, we’ve talked before about the problems associated with a feeding your parrot a seed-heavy diet. We’re proponents of feeding pellets, which are less fatty and more…
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7 toxic parrot foods you should avoid
It can be tempting to share human foods with your parrot and it’s important to keep their diet varied. But did you know there are some toxic parrot foods out…
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