Pet Bird Health Archives

Basic Care of Doves

Joseph Gendreau2023-04-28T16:04:50-07:00

Doves are beautiful, gentle birds that make an amazing pet for novice bird owners. They don’t make a huge ruckus other than their soothing cooing calls and love socializing with humans as well as other doves. While many birds may try to bite their humans or pluck their flock mates, doves rarely exhibit these behaviors. Doves require daily socialization, and housing doves in pairs helps to meet their needs. If you're considering bringing a dove into your home, it's important to understand the basics of dove care. Here are some essential tips for caring for doves: Housing: Doves require a

Basic Care of DovesJoseph Gendreau2023-04-28T16:04:50-07:00

Basic Care of Canaries

Joseph Gendreau2023-04-28T00:21:24-07:00

Canaries are popular pet birds that are loved for their beautiful singing and vibrant colors. These birds are relatively easy to care for, making them an excellent choice for first-time bird owners. However, like all pets, canaries require a certain level of attention and care to thrive. In this article, we will discuss the basic management of canaries as pet birds. Below are some of the basics of canary care: Housing Canaries are small birds that require a cage that is at least 18 inches wide, 14 inches deep, and 18 inches high. The cage should be made of metal

Basic Care of CanariesJoseph Gendreau2023-04-28T00:21:24-07:00

Preparing for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in SoCal: Tips and Resources for Backyard Owners

Joseph Gendreau2022-11-10T03:29:04-08:00

Our temperate winter climate is not only appealing to the estimated 39 million people that reside in California; it is also the perfect habitat for the approximately 6 million ducks and geese that migrate south in the fall and winter. This migration of waterfowl follows the “Pacific Flyway” which traverses Alaska to the southern tip of Chile. In addition to the birds, any diseases they may be infected with, including viruses, migrate south in the fall and north in the spring with them. One of the viruses that are endemic in waterfowl is Avian Influenza (AI). Unfortunately for our chickens

Preparing for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in SoCal: Tips and Resources for Backyard OwnersJoseph Gendreau2022-11-10T03:29:04-08:00