Parrot Keeping
Parrots are becoming more popular as pets with each passing day. This is evidenced by the proliferation of Internet discussion lists which provide access to information regarding parrot care and behavior. This upsurge in the number of parrots in homes and the amount of information newly available does not alert the companion parrot owner to a very important and pertinent fact - that parrot keeping is a relatively new phenomenon.
The parrot will live in a cage, so you will need to buy one that is large enough so that the parrot can spread his wings fully. It should be made of wire preferably since the parrot would eat through a wooden one. Make sure the door is large enough so that the parrot can fit through it, and also ensure that the door can't be opened from the inside. Parrots are very smart so you will need to use a complex door closing mechanism. Remember the bigger the cage is, the happier the parrot will be, so buy the largest one you can afford.
The parrot will want some toys in the cage, such as a swinging perch or a squeaking toy. Make sure that the toy isn't harmful to the parrot if it is gnawed on.
The bottom of the cage needs to be lined either with shredder paper, sawdust, straw or sand. The sand will serve as a double purpose since the parrot can gain some minerals from it, and can also use it to shape his beak better. The beak will keep growing like our fingernails and the sand will help filing it to the correct size.
Clean the cage very thoroughly at least once a month. All the metal bars and the bottom tray should be washed out thoroughly with a mild detergent and disinfected as well. Make sure that you clean out the feces of the parrot and leftover food is cleaned up periodically at least two the three times a week. The parrot will not like to live in a dirty area and his life cycle will decrease if he feels stressed all the time.
The parrot likes to be fed in many small meals instead of having one large meal a day. Pre-packaged parrot food is good for the parrot too since it will contain the correct mixes of minerals and vitamins. Make sure that you give the parrot fresh food at least twice a day and keep it clean and bacteria free. Seeds and nuts should be fed to the parrot sparingly since these foods are fatty and contain few nutrients. The parrot will also need a water bowl with fresh water supplied twice a day. You need to clean the water and the food bowl each time you refill it to keep your parrot healthy and happy. The parrot will eat fruits, nuts, vegetables and grains. Make sure you give him a balanced diet and give him healthy snacks only.
If you want to teach your parrot to talk, start when he is young since he will then pick up the language much faster. Keep trying the same word or phrase on the parrot at the same time of each day, such as "hello!" or "how are you?". Make sure the bird is looking at you and paying attention. Try repeating the words and phrases you want the parrot to learn and try to say the words when you do a certain activity so he can learn to associate an activity with a word. If your parrot already knows some phrases, encourage him to use them so he doesn't forget them. Whistling is also a great thing to teach a parrot, since he will know how to whistle entire tunes. Even playing records can help your parrot learn words but do not play the same word all day or the parrot will be very bored.
The parrot will also need to be groomed at least once a week. You can do this by misting him carefully with a spray bottle, or even bathing him in a lined sink. Use water that is lukewarm and use a shampoo that is especially designed for birds. Parrots love to be in the water, so do not startle him by splashing water into his face, or he will not want to bathe anymore. If he does seem to be afraid of water, be gentle and persist, and soon he will love water as much as you do. Use a towel to lightly dab your bird dry a little bit but do not rub him and do not blow dry your bird. Just let him sit in a sunny corner of your house to dry naturally and make sure he is warm so he doesn't catch a cold. The wings should be clipped to prevent flight, and the nails need to be groomed as well. Do small amounts of clipping frequently to avoid injury and to keep the bird well groomed all the time. Make sure you observe the vet or groom the first few times and have him teach you the proper techniques before you attempt this, since improper cutting could hurt the parrot.
Let your parrot move around your apartment at least half an hour every day. As he becomes more tame and potty trained, you can even leave him out all day, and put him back into the cage only to sleep and feed. Enjoy your beautiful, intelligent pet for many years to come as some parrots can live up to 70 years and above!
Petsfanatics.com has no multi-million dollar marketing campaign or celebrity sponsors, but we do have something even better-you. If you enjoy Petsfanatics please consider telling a friend, sharing it with anyone who loves pets, or writing the author of a media article that overlooks us.
 Google News Updated : Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:51:23 GMT Tigers still seeking QB to turn season around - SportingNews.com
SportingNews.com - AP Sports Wri AUBURN, Ala. (AP) -- The Auburn Tigers didn't figure they'd be in this position: Unranked, desperately trying to salvage a once-promising season and still seeking a quarterback solution seven games into the season. Tuberville And Tigers Trying To Regroup A Pig Sooie Shocker in Auburn Publ.Date : Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:13:08 GMT Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Cancer survivor shares her story - Naples Daily News
Naples Daily News - By LIANE SMITH (Contact) She felt pain in her breasts. One of her aunt’s died in February from breast cancer. Another aunt, in her 60s now, has battled it on and off for more than a dozen years. Pink And Purple Join To Help Women Breast Cancer Awareness Month Should Be Prevention Month! Publ.Date : Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:31:44 GMT Falcons' Ryan is not your typical rookie QB - FOXSports.com
FOXSports.com - by Alex Marvez Alex Marvez is a Senior NFL Writer for FOXSports.com. He's covered the NFL for 14 seasons as a beat writer and is the president of the Pro Football Writers of America. Falcons missed chances in red zone Bears rally late, fall to Falcons on last-second FG Publ.Date : Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:14:27 GMT Palin talks economic worries in Appalachian Ohio - The Associated Press
The Associated Press - ST. CLAIRSVILLE, Ohio (AP) - Sarah Palin told voters in southeastern Ohio on Sunday that she and running mate John McCain would bring jobs back to this economically depressed piece of Appalachia. John McCain and Sarah Palin try new tactics US-POLITICS Summary Publ.Date : Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:11:58 GMT Mighty Chihuahuas Eclipse DiCaprio and Crowe in Test of Star Power - New York Times New York Times - By BROOKS BARNES LOS ANGELES - This is how far movie stars have fallen in their ability to pull audiences into theaters, at least when the story revolves around Iraq and the messiness of the Middle East: A picture about talking dogs, “Beverly Hills ... Dogs rule: 'Beverly Hills Chihuahua' No. 1 again 'Chihuahua' fetches $17.5M, remains top movie dog Publ.Date : Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:18:44 GMT First Second-Generation Astronaut, Richard Garriott, Launched Into ... - AHN
AHN - Vienna, VA (AHN)-Space Adventures, Ltd, a company that provides space missions to the global community, announced that client Richard Garriott and his crew successfully launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan to the International Space ... Video: Raw Video: US space tourist begins journey US game designer blasts into space with DNA cargo Publ.Date : Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:28:36 GMT UPDATE 1-Tropical Storm Nana forms in Atlantic - Reuters Reuters - MIAMI, Oct 12 (Reuters) - Tropical Storm Nana, the 14th of the Atlantic hurricane season, formed on Sunday in the Atlantic Ocean east of the Caribbean islands, the US National Hurricane Center said. Forecasters: Tropical Storm Nana forms in Atlantic Tropical Storm Nana Forms Publ.Date : Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:29:57 GMT Amazon RSS Feed Generator |
PARLOT::Ebooks, Scripts,
Websites, and more... Ever had a hankering for a certain breed of dog?... Read More Scottish Terriers are short-legged dogs, at a height of ten... Read More Part1: There is Actually a "Wrong" Way to Crate TrainCrate... Read More Talk to the animals?Yes.And what's more, they talk to us!If... Read More Electric Dog FencesIs an electric dog fence something for you?... Read More Some sources seem to indicate that living with a serval... Read More Arthritis refers to inflammation or swelling in a joint. The... Read More Domesticated rabbits are one of the most popular pets, apart... Read More If you have a dog or cat that is an... Read More You've picked out the perfect puppy. You spent hours on... Read More The other day I was doing a research online for... Read More Carl Icahn, the hostile takeover master who was THE original... Read More Dog owners, who recognize the early signs and symptoms of... Read More Why paint your cat? After all cats are beautiful creatures... Read More If you are seriously considering keeping fish as pets or... Read More Even the most dedicated cat lover has little patience with... Read More Many people consider their dog to be part of their... Read More Dog day care programs benefit the dogs of owner's who... Read More Let's take a look at the different stages, but before... Read More Making sure that accidents don't happen in the first place... Read More Among the most well known cat lover gifts are photo... Read More As a parent, you want to be able to give... Read More Our Charlie's dog health was a very important issue to... Read More The aim of a Westie rescue centre such as the... Read More Which parrot is right for me? This is a question... Read More
Adsense
websites
Dog Rescue: Is it Right for You?
Scottish Terrier Dogs - Important Facts
Crate Training Dogs: The Right Way and the Wrong Way - Part One
Talk to the Animals? Yes! And Whats More, They Talk to Us!
Electric Dog Fences: Keep You Pet in the Yard and Out of Places You Dont Want Them to Be
Living With a Pet Serval
Tips that May Help Your Arthritic Dog
Pet-Rabbit Information ? What Is Domesticated Rabbits? How To Care For Your Pet-Rabbit?
GPS Pet Tracking
7 Puppy Naming Tips
So, You?ve Decided To Kill Your Pet!
If You Want a Friend, Get a Dog!
Symptoms of Pain and Illness in Dogs
How to Paint Your Cat
Aquarium Supplies Part 2 -- My First Experience With Goldfish
How to Teach YOUR Cat to Use a Litter Box - Secrets to Litter Tray Success
Orthopedic Dog Beds
The Positve Benefits of Dog Day Care
The 7 Stages of Puppy Development
Dog House Training: Straightforward Advice
Cat Lover Gifts
Hamsters; The Perfect Starter Pet
Good Dog Health and Happiness For Charlie
Westie Rescue Centres
Which Parrot is Right For Me?
Affordable and Reliable Web Hosting Starting at $4.49/Month
Dog Beds for Larger Dogs
Large dogs and extra large dogs require more thought and... Read More
Dog Aggression: How to Recognize & Respond
Many dog owners are bewildered when they hear their dog... Read More
Westies Dogs ? Please Consider Adopting an Older Westie Dog
Everybody loves a baby animal and Westie puppies are adorable,... Read More
Chinchillas As Pets
You may wish to consider a chinchilla as a possible... Read More
How to Choose the Right Bird Cage
If the "tweet, tweet" of little beaks is in your... Read More
Cushings Disease
As our horses enjoy a longer life and many live... Read More
Electric Dog Fences: Keep You Pet in the Yard and Out of Places You Dont Want Them to Be
Electric Dog FencesIs an electric dog fence something for you?... Read More
Round Pen: The Great Equalizer
Although many horsemen and trainers extol the virtues of the... Read More
Dog Anxiety - Fear of Thunderstorms, and Other Dog Fears
How to Deal With Anxiety in Your DogAnxiety in dogs... Read More
Is He Chasing His Tail? What You Always Wanted To Know About Fleas
My dog has fleas. That one statement is enough to... Read More
Dog Grooming and Dog Care
Dog grooming is relatively simple for most dogs. I have... Read More
What Your Cat Wants You To Know
If your feline friend could speak your language, here a... Read More
Pets: The Wild Kind
Just because we moved out to the country a couple... Read More
Identifying and Treating Health Problems in Your Dog
An essential to your dog's health is his/her regular annual... Read More
The Wire Fox Terrier
Of the thirty-three terrier breeds (most of which were first... Read More
Breeding Piranhas
Piranhas are unique creatures that have gained popularity not just... Read More
The Importance of a Plan When Building a Reptile Cage
Would you put together a model plane without looking at... Read More
Understanding Psychology Of Dog Training: Pack Behavior & Establishing Control
Dogs are descendent of wolves. To study the psychology of... Read More
Get Educated Before Buying Your Pomeranian From A Dog Breeder
Buying a purebred dog is not something that should be... Read More
Tropical Fish Breeding for Beginners - Guppies and Swordtails
Breeding tropical fish can be a lot of fun. Try... Read More
Two Tails Are Better Than One
Training one dog can be hard enough, but two, now... Read More
Indoor Dogfishing ? Fun Way To Exercise A Small Or Medium Size Dog
When I had a Toy Poodle, I used a small... Read More
A German Shepherd Puppy May Be Just What Your Family Needs!
A German Shepherd puppy can become a very welcome member... Read More
Is YOUR Child Ready for a Dog?
Are you considering buying a dog for your child or... Read More
Hypoallergenic Dogs
When we talk about hypoallergenic dogs, we mean that they... Read More
Pet |