The Exotic Wings & Pet Things Blog
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Smart Shopping For Your Pet Supplies
As living costs continue to rise across Canada, managing expenses becomes crucial for every household, including those with beloved pets. Finding ways to shop smarter for your pet supplies can make a significant difference in your budget without compromising your pets usual diet and routine. The staff here at Exotic Wings have brainstormed a few tips and tricks you can use to shop smarter, not harder. -
The Importance of Bird Grooming
Naturally, in the wild, birds take care of their own grooming needs as they forage and climb. Unlike these birds in the wild, your bird gets a free ride wherever they may wish as they perch on your fingers and shoulder. As much as your bird thinks they live in the jungle, they may just need a little bit of help from you and our team here at Exotic Wings in order to stay healthy and happy!
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What Are The Best Types Of Hay For Guinea Pigs?
While guinea pig pet parents may know that hay is important for their small herbivore’s diet, they may not know what types of hay are ideal for their pet. In... -
Hay Cuttings – Fact VS. Fiction
HAY CUTTINGS – FACT VS. FICTION February 22, 2023 Dr. Micah Kohles, Chief Veterinary Officer, Compana Pet Brands If you’re a bunny mom, guinea pig dad, or anybody who purchases... -
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. -
Winter Preparation For Your Pond
Prepping your pond for fall is the best time to clean it out (before water temperatures fall below 50°F). This is recommended since the fish will still be active and less likely to sustain injuries during cleaning. -
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.
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