I grew up in the era where children were supposed to be “seen and not heard”. Fortunately, my parents did not subscribe to this philosophy. There were six kids in my family, however, and sometimes playtime would escalate to nearly intolerable...

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Q: Is fish safe for my bird?
-Sangita T., Pembroke, MA

A: Yes! There is such controversy surrounding fish these days!  Can pregnant women eat it?? Should children eat it??  What about mercury??!  I wish everyone would...

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This is the question most commonly asked by parrot owners.  We all know that our birds need to be on a healthy diet to prevent them from developing vitamin and mineral deficiencies that will surely bring on health problems later in...

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Life sometimes takes us away from our beloved birds whether it be for vacation, business travel or a family emergency. We should all be prepared, and have our birds prepared, for an interruption in their daily routines when a trip away is required (or needed). It does not have to be a traumatic event.

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The cockatoo is one of the most challenging of the many parrot species. They are an enigma. They are a white, fluffy ball of contradiction. They are emotionally complex, highly intelligent and devilishly manipulative. They keep you guessing on a daily basis as they strive to out-maneuver you. The relationship between an owner and his cockatoo is like a crazy dance choreographed by Mother Nature. Oh, how I love these birds!

WHAT SETS THE COCKATOO APART?

I have a friend who rescues parrots in her city, sort of as a hobby and just out of the goodness of her heart.  She takes in several parrots a year, rehabs them and eventually places them into carefully...

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