Why not relax and play with your pets every day? It doesn’t matter what kind of pet you have – he needs your attention and will appreciate spending quality time with you. Here are a few ideas for you to try with your pets. Rabbit 1. Build a maze Cut holes in the sides of […]
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Birds are not meant to be ‘locked up’ in cages all day long. They should be able to move around freely and, ideally, you should teach your bird something that will stimulate his mind. Giving him something to do in return for food could be very rewarding for him. So, why not teach him to
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Teaching tricks to your pet bird can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience for both you and your feathered buddy. Not only will it strengthen your bond, but it can also provide your bird with mental and physical stimulation. Here are some fun tricks you can teach your pet bird. 1. Target training What you
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One of the most stressful things about planning a holiday is making sure that your pets are safe and well taken care of while you’re away. For pets other than dogs, your choices are basically a boarding facility or a pet sitter. Before you make any decisions, do proper research to ensure that the people
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Can you imagine being ‘locked up’ in a cage every day of your life? Even worse – can you imagine having no way of keeping yourself occupied? No human would want a life like that, and neither does any pet bird. He should be allowed out of his cage sometimes, and he should at least
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Q: Should I trim my bird’s wings to prevent him from flying away? A: There is no simple answer to this question. If you are in a situation where your bird can safely fly around, then this is first prize. Birds are meant to fly. Flight is excellent exercise and is also good for confidence
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Q: Should I trim my bird’s wings to prevent him from flying away? A: There is no simple answer to this question. If you are in a situation where your bird can safely fly around, then this is first prize. Birds are meant to fly. Flight is excellent exercise and is also good for confidence
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The lovely thing about South Africa is that our winters aren’t as cold as those of some countries – like in Europe. In general, most of our winters are mild compared to theirs, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have cold days. And, just like some people feel the cold more than others, some animals
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Q: How can I prevent or treat my birds if they have harmful parasites on them? A: There are safe bird dewormers on the market. Only use one made specifically for birds. For external parasites, a powder such as Karbadust can be used, but must be dusted off well. There are also several sprays on
Most cockatiels can learn to say a few words, phrases or whistle a few songs, and it can be quite entertaining. They don’t actually grasp what they’re saying – they are purely mimicking the sounds that they hear often. So, if you want to teach your cockatiel to say a few words, you need to
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Q: Grapes, raisins and chocolate are poisonous for dogs. Are they poisonous for birds as well? A: The most dangerous of the common human foods for parrots is the avocado pear. Even a mouthful or two of avocado can cause severe heart damage to a parrot. Chocolate, dairy products and anything containing caffeine, alcohol or
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Q: What kind of harmful parasites can we find on birds? A: Birds can carry a large number of parasites, including worms and microscopic parasites such as coccidia. They also get several types of mites and lice as well as specialised flies that live between their feathers. Although these parasites are easily spread between birds,
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