Parakeets

A cage cover can make a difference in how comfortable your budgie feels and how well it sleeps, especially in a new home. So, you might wonder when you should be using the cage cover and when you should leave your budgie uncovered. The best time to cover your budgie is a couple of hours […]

Taking good care of your budgie means understanding its needs, from diet to exercise to everything in between. Understanding the micronutrient dietary needs of your budgie is key to that equation.  Budgies need to have iodine blocks to avoid developing a mineral deficiency. Low iodine levels are associated with thyroid disease and goiters, and these

Budgies are social creatures, but they’re also quite delicate. It’s important to learn the boundaries of appropriate physical touch with a budgie before adopting and interacting with one. Budgies do not like to be grabbed, but they like gentle physical touch and require some patience to get to know. Some budgies like touch more than

When preparing to adopt a new parakeet, it’s important to consider their needs. For example, how can you keep a parakeet at a comfortable temperature? Do these birds require heat lamps or other special treatment? Parakeets do not need a heat lamp to live, but they may be a source of comfort in cold or

When a pet parakeet escapes outside, it can be quite distressing for both the bird and the owner. It’s important to be aware of the survival challenges parakeets face outside and how long they can live. A parakeet can survive about 48 hours outside before dying of starvation. In some cases, predators like foxes, cats,

There are many reasons why it costs a lot to own a parakeet. You should make sure that you think these factors through before you decide to adopt. Here are 7 reasons why parakeets are so expensive: 1. You’ll Need a Cage With Lots of Accessories One reason parakeets are so expensive is that they

Bringing a new parakeet into the home requires careful consideration, especially if you already have other pets. You should make sure that you know what to expect before you introduce a parakeet to a new dog, for example. Parakeets do not get along with dogs. Many dogs, like terriers, have strong hunting instincts that take

When you bring a new budgie home, you’ll want to pay close attention to its health and behavior as it adjusts. In many cases, you’ll find that the budgie doesn’t move for at least a day when moved into a new home. Your new budgie is not moving because it’s scared. Budgies take some time

Budgies make for good pets, but like any bird, they’re sensitive to stressors. Understanding these stressors goes a long way in addressing and preventing freakouts. Your budgie may be freaking out because it was scared by sudden sounds or movements or because it recently had a change in environment or diet. Additionally, the budgie could

Our pet parakeets, or budgies, spend most of their day inside a cage. It can get lonesome in there, so taking your parakeet for a walk outside is a great idea. For protection, many owners keep their birds in a cage when taken outside. However, one can also train a bird to wear a harness