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Subtle Signs Of Illness In Companion Birds: How To Monitor Your Pet And Advocate For Their Health Early

Tara Dales2020-11-21T07:24:42-08:00

Birds in the wild will attempt to hide any signs of illness to protect themselves from appearing weak and appetizing to predators! Although you work hard to keep your pet safe and healthy, this natural survival mode can make it tough to know early on that your bird needs veterinary attention. In this article, we hope to provide you with some simple ways to keep track of their normal routine so that you can detect illness early and get your feathered friend help fast! Regular veterinary care is vital for any new additions and all current pets Before we discuss

Subtle Signs Of Illness In Companion Birds: How To Monitor Your Pet And Advocate For Their Health EarlyTara Dales2020-11-21T07:24:42-08:00

First Day Nerves: Introducing A New Bird To Your Flock

Beau Lawrie2020-09-23T19:01:17-07:00

Adding a new bird to your flock takes a watchful eye and some trial and error. For chickens, in particular, flocks naturally have an established social hierarchy called the pecking order. Though chickens have different methods of communication, including using distinct calls and whistles, new members of the flock might be welcomed with aggression and some pecking. A bit of fighting and roughhousing should be expected while your chickens are figuring out how the new member fits in the aforementioned pecking order. Here are some guidelines and tips for introducing new birds to your flock. The Pecking Order The pecking

First Day Nerves: Introducing A New Bird To Your FlockBeau Lawrie2020-09-23T19:01:17-07:00

Biosecurity Tips for Any Flock Size

Wendy Miranda2020-09-08T12:19:58-07:00

We take precautions to protect our health every day. We wash our hands, throw out expired food, and stay home when we are sick. But what about the health of our flock? That’s where bird biosecurity comes in. Biosecurity is vital to ensuring that your flock -- no matter their size -- stays healthy. For bird owners, it is especially important to have proper biosecurity measures in place given that diseases can quickly spread through one’s flock. Let’s shed some light on the importance of biosecurity and what you can do to help. What is biosecurity? Biosecurity refers to

Biosecurity Tips for Any Flock SizeWendy Miranda2020-09-08T12:19:58-07:00