The Exotic Wings & Pet Things Blog
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The Ultimate Bird Size Chart
What makes a bird toy good for "small" birds or what about "large" birds? What counts as what? Here you will find our official bird sizing chart which we use... -
Your Pet Bird And Egg Laying
Whether they have a mate or not, many female pet birds may decide to lay eggs. While it is more common in the spring and summer, it can happen any time of year. Here you will find some tips on how you can both discourage and eliminate unwanted egg laying. -
Is My Bird Sick? - The ABCs of Illness Detection
Birds must be observed very carefully every day for subtle signs of illness. If several symptoms are present at the same time, contact your avian veterinarian immediately. Any stress can weaken a bird’s immune system, but because they disguise signs of sickness, you must know what to look for so you can catch problems early. -
Which Bar Spacing Is Right For My Bird?
Knowing what size of bar spacing is the right fit for your bird can be a challenge! Correct bar spacing is important because inadequate bar spacing can cause to potential injury of your bird or lead to an escaped bird. That's why we have created the following chart to help guide you on your journey of purchasing a new bird cage.
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Male vs Female Bird As Pets
Everyone knows that if you’re looking to get a pet bird and you want something colourful and talkative you HAVE to get a male, right? Because female birds are always dull coloured and can’t talk, right? Wrong. -
Keeping Stocked For The Holidays
It's no secret that the global supply chain has been shaken up over the past year and this has had some effect on the availability of some bird food's and supplies. Here we will share how you can keep your birdie cabinets full this winter and avoid disappointment. -
Safe & Unsafe Plants For Birds
This list is a compilation of several different lists by various bird clubs, books, and magazines about plants that are non-toxic and safe for birds. Always be sure to use caution and common sense in your plant choices. -
Traveling With Your Bird
Traveling with your bird can be a wonderful experience, but there are things that you need to think about and do to ensure your bird’s safety while they are away from home.
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All About Apple Cider Vinegar
What is Apple Cider Vinegar? Why should I give it to my bird? How do I incorporate ACV in my bird's diet? Look no further - We got you covered :) -
What's That Smell? Pets and Toxic Scents
The holidays give many reasons to burn that candle or diffuse those incense - maybe you want the house to smell like gingerbread, maybe having family over is stressful and... -
Wing Clipping: Everything You Need To Know
Wing clipping is one of the most debated subjects in aviculture and it can be hard to find useful information online. If you don't know much about wing clipping, or want to learn more, read me! -
Keeping Your Pets Safe: Fireworks
The long weekend is a great opportunity to unwind and relax, but for your pets, it’s often the opposite. Fireworks can be upsetting for animals since they don’t know or...
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