The object of the game is to train yourself and your family to have an eye out for everyday hazards. The reason I love this game is it gives rewards for having a careful eye, and “punishment” for being careless, but all in a fun and playful way that avoids yelling and guilt. It is...
“Unwanted Parrots;” a sad, ugly topic that many breeders shy away from and rescue organizations loudly discuss. “Adopt, don’t shop!” we are told, and how could we disagree as we see the overflowing bird rescues and see the numerous Craigslist ads for birds that we know are unwanted? Unwanted parrots pose a huge ethical issue...
The process of moving to Hawaii with any pet is daunting. Many people have heard horror stories of dogs and cats forced to stay in Rabies quarantine for months upon arrival and think “well birds don’t usually get Rabies, so we should be good, right?” Actually, bringing a bird to Hawaii is a whole different...
Dear person thinking of buying me, I am not a dog. I am not your best friend, I do not love you unconditionally, I will not easily forgive you for mistakes, and I do not understand “dominance” or “obedience” the way a dog does. If you try to treat me like a dog, I will...
Sprouting is not hard and is perhaps the easiest step you can take toward a healthy diet for your companion bird. First, choose your seed. You can sprout any seed, but be sure that it is a safe seed for your bird to eat. I like to sprout Volkman’s or Royal brand seeds in the...
In order for a species to survive the individual members of that species must reproduce. The drive to reproduce is programmed into all animal species, and parrots are no exception. Parrots are programmed to respond to cues from their environment, diet, and mate in order to determine the ideal time to raise chicks. In the...
PLEASE NOTE: When you pick up your handfed “tame” ringneck, the bird should step up easily and be eager to interact with you. Do not believe sellers who claim the bird is tame but “just nervous” if the bird is clearly afraid to be handled. That is how you end up needing to know how...
