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 […]
Health And Wellness
Can Chickens Spread Disease To Parrots?
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 […]
7 Common Respiratory Infections And Diseases in Parrots
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 […]
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Parrots (Explained)
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 […]
Can Parrots Have Separation Anxiety?
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 […]
Can Parrots Drown in Water?
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 […]
Why Is My Parrot Panting? [Loud + Heavy Breathing]
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 […]
Why Does My Parrot’s Breath Smell Bad?
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. […]
How Hot Is Too Hot for A Parrot? [Overheating Signs + What To Do]
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 […]
Why Is There Blood in My Parrot’s Poop? [Melena in Birds]
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 […]
Polyuria in Parrots: Causes And Treatment of Excessive Urination
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 […]
Vitamin A Deficiency Symptoms in Parrots [Hypovitaminosis A]
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 […]