All owners want to prolong their parrot’s life through lifestyle and diet, but veterinary check-ups and medical intervention are sometimes required. Vets can treat basic parrot health issues, but not […]

Due to their different diets and lifestyle requirements, parrots and chickens aren’t intended to live together. However, some owners allow parrots to mix with chickens for companionship. If parrots and […]

Respiratory infections and diseases are common in parrots and other pet bird species. Unsanitary living conditions often cause various respiratory infections. If a parrot’s cage is unclean, it’s at risk […]

If a parrot inhales CO, it’ll likely suffer from carbon monoxide poisoning. Birds have complex and delicate respiratory systems that are sensitive to harmful gases. Parrots rely on a high […]

Parrots form strong emotional ties to human caregivers. Unfortunately, parrots can develop separation anxiety, which is acute distress that arises when an owner leaves the bird’s presence, especially for a […]

Wild parrots spend little time in the water, which means they never evolved to breathe underwater and will drown if they can’t keep their heads above the surface. Parrots have […]

Healthy parrots breathe quietly and efficiently through small, nostril-like holes at the top of the beak called nares. A parrot shouldn’t pant and breathe heavily through the mouth. If a […]

Parrots breathe through nostril-like openings called nares, so you should rarely notice any odor. If you detect an unpleasant aroma when a parrot breathes, it may have a bacterial infection. […]

Parrots are descended from tropical and sub-tropical climates, so they’re accustomed to hot temperatures. However, wild parrots can shelter in the shade and benefit from refreshing breezes. Pet parrots are […]

Assessing parrots’ droppings enables you to monitor the bird’s health. If the feces are olive green, it has a healthy digestive tract, while black stools are a warning sign that […]

Parrots’ droppings consist of three separate components: feces, urates, and urine. Most of the waste should be chalky, off-white urates, green-brown feces, and a small amount of urine. The average […]

A vitamin A deficiency (also known as Hypovitaminosis A) is among the most common deficiencies in parrots. Amazon parrots, African grays, cockatiels, and budgies (parakeets) are often affected. Parrots with […]