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Pet poisons abound over the holidays

By on December 13, 2011 in Birds, Cats, Dogs, holidays, Pet Safety

Holiday moochers

The Pet Poison Helpline reminds us that the holidays are stressful enough without having to worry about a potentially poisoned pet. They offer a list of holiday-related decorations, plants and food items that the veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline recommend keeping away from pets. See: Winter Holiday Pet Poison Tips

For more tips on preventing accidental exposure to poisonous substances, see:

Top 10 Pet Toxin lists – separate lists for dogs & cats

Toxic Food Guide for Pets

Holiday Plants Toxic to Pet Birds

Holiday Safety Tips from the ASPCA

If you have a problem, be sure to keep this number to the Pet Poison Helpline handy: 800-213-6680

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The Owl and the Pussycat

By on October 12, 2011 in Birds, Cats, Cute!, Wildlife

The Caring Owl is a fantastic story for owl lovers, cat lovers, animal lovers, and especially for fans of cross-species friendships. The article tells the tale of a rescued owl that recovered, but continued to visit the home of his rescuer in attempts to provide and care for the cat he had befriended, the humans of the household, and other injured owls. Incredibly sweet.

PHOTO BY CHRIS PRETORIUS

Do check out the rest of the Owl Pages site, as well, to find out absolutely everything about owls, including the various owl species, owl physiology, articles, mythology, lore, reports, owl rehabilitation, owl sounds, geographic distribution, owl photos and art, and even owl tattoos. it “owl” there! {OvO}

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Friday fun: Frostie the Dancing Cockatoo

By on March 12, 2010 in Birds, Cute!, Friday Fun, Pet Videos

Frostie can really shake his tail feathers – he’s quite the talented bird!
If you are at work, you may want to turn your speakers down – but if you are at home, crank it up!

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Pet Bird Selection

By on November 6, 2008 in Birds, Pet Health, Pet Selection

Many people want a pet but don’t want to be bothered with the responsibilities of litter, daily walks, and all the care normally associated with cats and dogs. The mistaken assumption is that a bird would be a good care-free alternative. Wrong! While birds can be great and charming companions, they can be noisy, messy, and loud, and just as with any other pet, the require care, attention, and commitment. For prospective bird owners, careful consideration and some preliminary research is critical in determining whether a bird will be a good pet choice for you and your family. Here are a few resources to help you in your decision-making:

For a brief article on considerations before getting a pet, Windhover Veterinary Center has compiled a excellent introductory guide on Choosing a Pet Bird.  It runs through practical considerations about cost and care. They also compare and contrast the experience of small vs. large birds, and discuss wild vs. hand-raised birds. Hot Spot for Birds offers a basic bird care guide that offers practical tips for bird care – reading it should give you a good idea of what pet bird care will entail.

For more information, here are a few good sources:

Up At Six bills itself as the most complete source for pet bird care information on the Internet, and it is certainly a comprehensive site, with information on information on exotic birds, parrots classifieds, bird magazines, breeders, chats, birds supplies, shows, bird care information. They provide information on parakeets, lovebirds, and parrots to more exotic birds such as cockatoos and macaws. Their Pet Bird FAQ offers answers to frequently asked questions.

Bird Channel is is the online companion to Bird Talk magazine, a publication that has been a favorite among bird lovers for more than 25 years. The site offers news, health, nutrition, behavior, training and all things related to pet birds. It also has some very impressive photos!

Hot Spot for Birds is an avian mall and reference center devoted to the care of birds. There are articles written by experts in the field on keeping birds healthy through good nutrition and keeping birds safe through avoidance of dangerous chemicals and plants. It’s an excellent and comprehensive resource.

Animal World’s Guide to a Happy Health Bird offers a basic care guide and additional information on specific breeds of birds.

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