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Living With a Bird

Choosing to own a bird is choosing to share your life with him. Here you will find information that will help you enjoy every day with your pet!
Popular Songs About Birds
Birds are not only wonderful companions, they have come to symbolize many things in different forms of art. From the dawn of human history, and indeed until today, references to birds have been found in virtually every art form -- from theatre, to paintings, to literature, and especially music. Here we take a look at ten popular modern songs about birds. Some are silly, some are serious, but they…
Should I Get a Second Bird?
A short discussion on the pros and cons of keeping multiple birds in the same household.
Top Parrot Themed Gift Sites on the Web
Shopping for a bird lover isn't hard -- but finding the perfect gift can often be a bit tricky. To get off to a great start, have a gander at these three great websites that sell high quality, unique, and affordable parrot themed gifts. Each one has something special to offer your feather-loving friends, and will help you make sure that your gift will be one that is admired and app…
Five Ways to Be a Better Bird Owner
A short article with great tips on being a better friend to your parrot or other pet bird.
Keeping Exotic Birds Warm During Winter
A helpful article with tips to help you keep your parrot or other exotic bird warm during the cold winter months.
Five Cheap Bird Toys You Can Make at Home
A dilemma that many bird owners face is the problem of providing enough toys for their precocious pets. While many great bird toys can be found online and in pet shops, paying retail prices for toys can get expensive -- particularly if your bird is a heavy chewer and destroys his toys very quickly. To help cut the cost of providing playthings for your pet, check out these common household items that you can turn into cheap bird toys. It will help keep playtime fun, and practically free!
Five Products That Help Make a Bird Owner's Life Easier
A list of five convenient products that can help make cleaning up after parrots and other pet birds much easier.
Bird Movies
A list of fun, family friendly movies about parrots and other birds.
Bringing Your New Bird Home
An overview of essential supplies to have on hand when you bring your new pet bird home! Learn all about "must have" bird supplies and be prepared for your feathered friend's arrival! Preparing to bring home a new bird can be an extremely exciting time for your family. Read on for tips to make sure that this homecoming goes smoothly for all involved.
Can Cats and Birds Live Together?
A short article discussing whether or not cats and birds can be kept as pets in the same home.
Easy Homemade Bird Toys!
Birds need to play and have fun in order to maintain their good health and happiness. Look here for a step-by-step guide to making simple, economical, disposable, but fun bird toys that your pet will enjoy for hours! A wonderful activity to do with children!
Fun Bird Facts
Fun and little known facts about parrots and other birds.
What to Do if Your Bird Flies Away
An article on retrieving pet birds that fly away, with tips on preventing your bird from getting lost.
Why You Should Handle Your Bird Every Day
A discussion of the reasons why pet bird owners should make time each day to handle and socialize with their pets.
Finding a Good Bird Sitter
If you are unable to take your bird with you when you travel, look here for tips on finding a great pet sitter to look after your bird while you're gone.
Fun Games You Can Play with Your Bird!
A list of interactive games that owners can play with their birds! Playtime with your pet is essential for entertainment puposes and to strengthen the bond you have with your bird. Grab a toy and get ready for oodles of healthy feathered fun.
Socializing Your Bird
Hints that will help you introduce you bird to children, visitors, other birds, and different animals.
Traveling With Your Bird
Tips on hitting the road with your favorite feathered friend.
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