February 2012
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Seek & Destroy
Do you have pictures of your computer keyboards/electronics that have been destroyed by your parrot? Send them to us, and we might feature them in the magazine! (Keep them high-resolution please!)
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10 Tips To Teach Your Pet Parrot To Talk →
All of the parrot species have the anatomy required to imitate human speech, or “talk.” This is one of the attributes that makes parrots alluring to people and certainly sets them apart from other companion animal species. While all the parrots can talk in theory, some are better mimics than others and some species are more likely to talk. Some of our parrots have an “accent” or talk in...
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20lbsofcrazy:
People who complain about their cat sitting on their keyboard have obviously never had a parrot.
Trufax.
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what's orange and sounds like a parrot?
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a carrot
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Teach Your Parrot Good Behaviors →
There are few things as exciting as bringing a new (or new to you) parrot into your home. With their big personalities and long lives, you know you may be looking at 30 or even 60 years of cheerful companionship. However, with any relationship that long, you can expect things to evolve and challenges to arise. After all, life changes and living creatures, whether parrot or parrot, adjust with...
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Valentine's Day Tips For Pet Birds →
Valentine’s Day would seem to be one of the more bird-safe occasions of the year, but when you share your home with a feathered friend, there are still some special precautions to take! Think about the special presents you might give or receive. Read more here.
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Pet Bird Exercise Tips →
Obesity is a common problem for pets, birds included. Follow these exercise tips in this article to get your pet birds active and healthy. Read more here.
siobhanmather asked: I want to give my bird a bath, but I'm afraid she will get sick afterward. What should I do?
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Kakapo Quiz →
Take this BirdChannel quiz to see how much you know about the kakapo parrot! Take the quiz here.
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Cockatiel Articles →
Do you have a cockatiel? Check out all the articles we have on cockatiels here.
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WatchIt’s our commercial. We heart it.
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Pet Bird Grooming Tips →
In the wild, parrots depend heavily on a strong beak and nails for climbing, and their feathers are not just for helping them fly; feathers also help keep the bird warm and protected from the elements.
So Why Groom? There are many reasons to groom, but the main ones are for the pet bird’s health, safety and well-being. If a bird’s nails become overgrown or sharp, they can get caught on a perch,...
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January 2012
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WatchThere are many naturalized parrots in the United States, and one species is the quaker parrot! Quaker parrots live in many states, such as Texas, California and New York. In several states, it is illegal to own quaker parrots, so check out the “Where Can You Own A Quaker Parrot?” infographic to see if you can own a quaker parrot in your state.
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WatchCheck out our new magazine commercial!
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Roseringed parakeets of Bakersfield
From Kimberly:
I loved your January article: Wild in California, I am fortunate enough to live in Bakersfield ,California where wild flocks of Rose-ring parakeets (here we call the Indian Ringneck Parakeets) are thriving in large flocks. I am also lucky enough to be owned by six Indian ringnecks of my own. They are truly a beautiful species with stunning colors and adorable personalities.
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Chat between BIRD TALK editors
Laura Doering: "Where do mini macaws buy books?"
Jessica Pineda: "Where?"
Laura Doering: "At Hahn's and Noble!"
Jessica Pineda: "... will anyone actually get that?"
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WatchTo kick off 2012, AnimalNetwork.com is hosting “The Year in Pets” special slideshows, dedicated to remembering special moments with your pet birds during 2011.
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Top 10 Pet Budgie/Parakeet Vet Questions & Answers →
Top 10 Pet Budgie Vet Questions No. 1 What are the common ailments for pet budgies/parakeets? Pet budgies/parakeets may suffer from chronic, low-grade bacterial infections, especially if they are offered water from a water bowl. Fresh, clean water easily can become contaminated with droppings or food particles. If your budgie has excess bacteria in its oral cavity, every time it drinks from...
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Top 10 Pet Bird Names →
Did your bird’s name make the top 10 list? Find out here.
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December 2011
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WatchLovebird meets the paper towel roll. Insanity ensues.
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WatchBehind the scenes of the Birds USA 2012 photo shoot, featuring a hawk-headed parrot, two cockatiels, three Pionus and an African grey parrot.
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Is There A Killer In Your Kitchen? →
Nonstick pans and self-cleaning ovens are a no-no if your pet bird is in the vicinity. Move your bird to a safe, well-ventilated place if you’re cooking and/or use bird-safe alternatives. Learn more here.
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WatchWe’ll just leave this here…