Glass Bird Feeder - San Diego

Glass Bird Feeder $35
Round glass bird feeder - it is easy-to-use.

The bird feeder comes with a rubber and stainless steel cord to easily hang it from a branch.

The box includes one feeder.

call 858-486-3776
Location: Scripps/Poway San Diego

Pet Birds For Adoption

Cute Hyacinth Macaw Birds For Adoption
Email: dame.pets@yahoo.com
Location: California




Hyacinth Macaw Parrot for adoption - she is well trained and intelligent.
Vet checked and registered.
Email: ketnancy@yahoo.com
Location: Georgia




african grey parrots for adoption
Email: jamespawells@yahoo.com
Location: Los Angeles


Adoption & Rescue
North Tonawanda: Niagara Region Avian & Mammal Rescue, Inc.
111 5th Ave.
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
Kathlene Herberger, dir. (716) 807-0082
Email: Niagavianresc@netzero.com.

Avian Veterinarians - bird pets vets

Dr. Paul M. Gibbons exotic prt bird vet
Animal Emergency Center
1702 N. Waterville Rd.Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Office: 414-540-6710
Cell: 507-254-4665
Email: pmgibbons@gmail.com
Milwaukee, WI

All Pets Veterinary Hospital and Avian Medical Center
Dr. Jim Gaines
43112 John Mosby Hwy., Suite 102
Chantilly, VA 20152
tel: (703) 327-6666,(703) 478-0233

Annapolis Cat Hospital
Susan Longo, DVM
2248 Bay Ridge Avenue
Annapolis, Maryland 21403
(410) 268-2287

Avian House Calls
Jennifer Ramelmeier, DVM
11854 Linden Chapel Road
Clarksville, Maryland 21029
(410) 531-9213

Avian Medical Center
Sayed S. Masood
Email: allpetsvet@hotmail.com
43112 John Mosby Hwy
Chantilly, Va
(703)327-6666
Comment: Dr. Jim Gaines no longer works here.

Best Friend’s Veterinary Hospital
Victoria Mary Hollifield, DVM
7600 Lindberg Dr Suite H
Gaithersberg, Maryland 20855
(301) 977-1881

Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates
Dr. Valerie Campbell [birds]
120 E. Cornwell St
Purcellville, VA 20132
(540) 338-7387

Dr. William A. Boyd
tel: (410) 686-6310
Baltimore, MD

Collins Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Lynn Cabaniss
1808 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington, DC
tel: (202) 659-8830

Crofton Vet Center
Nancy J. Ruth, DVM
2151 Defense Highway
Crofton, Maryland 21114
(410) 721-7387

David Crum, DVM
Contact: David Crum, DVM
111-A Center St S
Vienna, VA 22180
email: info@seavs.com
tel: 703-281-3750

Eastern Exotic Veterinary Center
4001 Legato Road, Fairfax, VA
tel: (703) 654-3100
[birds and exotics]

Emergency Animal Hospital of Ellicot City
10270 Baltimore National Pike (route 40)
Ellicott City, Md. 21784
In Howard County, 1/2 mile west of Enchanted Forest Shopping Center.
(410) 750-1177

Exotic Pet Clinic
Hannah Siemering
7297 Commerce Street
Springfield, VA 22150
tel: 703-451-3414
[birds and exotics]

Fallston Veterinary Clinic
Dr. Donald Zantop
2615 Belair Road
Fallston, Maryland 21047
(410) 877-1727

Feathers, Scales & Tails Veterinary Hospital
Thomas Ryan, DVM
330 One Forty Village Road
Fairground Village
Westminster, Maryland 21157
(410) 876-0244

Dr Rose Fiskett
9553 Braddock RD
Fairfax, VA 22032
tel: (703) 425-7387

Gaithersburg Animal Hospital
Debbie Alls-Temple, DVM
280 North Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877
(301) 948-2828

Glenelg Animal Hospital
Dr. Julie Sturm
410-531-3060

Grafton Animal Hospital
Dr. Michael Gross
449 Grafton Drive,
Yorktown, VA
tel:(757)898-8433
Comments: GAH was awarded full (highest level) certification by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Member of AAV.

Hunt Valley Animal Hospital
Heather Bowles, DVM, Dipl. ABVP- Avian Practice
11206 York Road
Cockeysville, Maryland 21030
email: heatherdvm@gmail.com
(410) 527-0800

Kingsbrook Animal Hospital
Morse Davis, DVM
5322 New Design Road
Frederick, MD
tel: (301) 607-1007

Lutherville Animal Hospital
Kenneth W. Volk, Jr., VMD
Margot V. Volk, VMD
506 West Seminary Avenue
Lutherville, Maryland 21093
(410) 296-7387

Lynn Animal Hospital
contact: Thomas M. Carman, DVM
6215 Baltimore Avenue
Riverdale, Maryland 20737
(301) 779-1184

Midway Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Ruth Ann MacQueen
1646 S. Military Hwy
hesapeake, VA 23320
tel: (757) 366-4050
[birds]

Montgomery Village Animal Hospital
Neal N. Neuman, VMD
19222 Montgomery Village Avenue
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20879

Muddy Branch Veterinary Center
Victor Katz, DVM
333 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878
(301) 963-0275

Opossum Pike Veterinary Clinic
1550 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21701
tel: 301-662-2322

Owings Mills Animal and Bird Hospital
Ernest A. Slovon, DVM
9623A Reisterstown Road
Owings Mills, MD
(410) 363-0393

Poquoson Veterinary Hospital
Contact Person: Dr. Jean Eddy
Email: info@poquosonvet.com
477 Wythe Creek Road
Poquoson, VA
tel: (757) 868-8532
Comments: Great with pet exotic birds.

Quince Orchard Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Lawrence Giebel
11910 Darnestown Road
N. Potomac, MD 20878
tel: (301) 258-0850

Dr. Tom Ryan
Westminster, MD
tel: 410 876-0244

South Arundel Veterinary Hospital
Francine K. Rattner, VMD
85 West Central Avenue
Edgewater, Maryland 21037
(410) 956-2932
(301) 261-4388

St. Charles Animal Hospital
Mark E. Hocking, DVM
3 Doolittle Drive
Waldorf, Maryland 20602
(310) 645-2550

Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services
111-A Ceneter St South
Vienna, VA
tel: (703) 281-3750
email: jhutchins@seavs.com

Three Notch Veterinary Hospital
Langford and Veitch, DVM
44215 Airport View Drive
Hollywood, Maryland 20636
(301) 373-8633

Towson Veterinary Hospital Inc.
Gary Hauptmann, DVM
716 North York Road
Towson, Maryland 21204
(410) 825-8880

VCA Bowie Animal Hospital
Julie Garnier, DVM
6840 Race Track Road
Bowie, Maryland 20715
(301) 262-8590

VCA Lewis Animal Hospital
10665 Route 108
Columbia, Maryland 21044
410-730-6660

Wheaton Animal Hospital
Gary Schwartz, DVM
2929 University Boulevard
Kensington, Maryland 20895
(301) 949-1520

Bird Sitters Directory Canada

Alberta

Calgary: Calgary's Very Own Bird Lady; Bird boarding, Holiday aviary care, From soft bills to macaws, 34 years of experience, excellent references, Former Canadian show champion, Former AACC panel judge; sandisbirdstuff@shaw.ca; www.calgarybirdlady.com.

Calgary: Feathers And Paws Pet Sitting Inc.; Avian boarding & in-home sitting services, Certified Avian Specialist, Member All Canadian Pet Services Network, PIJAC Canada; 403-467-8361; feathersandpaws@telus.net

Calgary: Palm Beach Bird Sitter Bird Boarding; 10 years experience, vet care/boarding available; 403-225-0351

Medicine Hat: 4 On The Floor & More Pet Sitting; Krystal; 403-928-3592; 4onthefloorpetsitting@gmail.com; www.4onthefloorpetsitting.com.

Ontario

Bowmanville: Beth's Bird Sitting; Bethany; 314 Cove Road; 905-623-5134; bethanysoccerchic@hotmail.com; beth'sbirdsitting.piczo.com. I only board budgies, finches or canaries.

Greater Toronto Area: The Bird Resort; Juliana Heppler; Experienced bird care; Renforth Drive; 416-738-7011; thebirdresort@gmail.com; www.birdresort.com. (Serves Toronto, Greater Toronto Area and Ontario).

London: Lori's Bird Sitting Services; Lori Hancock; Experienced care (small to large birds); (519) 472-2651; k84lh@rogers.com.

Mississauga: The Parrot Hotel; Stephanie Brown; Experienced avian care (small to large birds); 416-828-7360; parrothotel@sympatico.ca.

Cockatiel for Sale Woodstock, GA

Small grey, white, and yellow Cockatiel with huge cage for sale $100.00 obo.

Does not talk.

call Tracy at 770-262-9717

Zhu Zhu Pets

Zhu Zhu Pets aka GoGo Pets are toys like pet.

This little toy looks like a real hamster but it will never die.

Zhu Zhu Pet can be given as a gift to small children

Kids can play with zoo zoo pet without being bitten.

Zuzu pets can be found at amazon for $24.99.

Bird Sitter in USA

Alabama

Clanton: The House Mobile Pet Services; Anita Yates; Member Pet Sitters International; P.O. Box 2261; 205-415-1444; ath@hiwaay.net.

Alaska

Fairbanks: Connie Steed; P.O. Box 61133; 907-455-4106; csteed69@hotmail.com.

Arizona

Phoenix: Cindy Kiss; 4647 E. Bighorn Ave.; 480-940-3829; ckiss@cox.net.

Tempe: Squawkin’ Rock’n Resort; Noelle Fontaine; 602-369-3503; nfontain@insight.com.

Arkansas

Rogers: Good Steward Pet Sitting Services; Mary Wilcox; Experienced bird owner (budgies (parakeets), conures, canaries); 2001 South E. Street; 479-381-3818; goodstewardpet@cox.net; www.goodstewardpetsitting.com.

Rogers: Cat Cottage; 3111 Cotwold Ln; 479-246-0700; barbara@catcottage.net; www.catcottage.net

California

Colusa: Pamela Craig; 530-635-3243; pumulapc@peoplepc.com.

Hollywood: Debra Pasquerette; Experience bird owner (finches to Amazon parrots); 323-872-4101; malkadevorah@aol.com.

Lemon Grove: Maria’s Cat Sitting Service & Birds Too!; Maria Brinson; Experienced bird owner, Animal First-Aid certified, Experienced veterinary technician, Member of PEAC, Petsit USA and Pet sitters Biz; 2705 Corona St.; 619-987-4491; admin@feedmenowcatsitting.com; www.feedmenowcatsitting.com. (Serves San Diego)

Los Osos: Debi Schmitt; 805-528-1454; otisbird@sbcglobal.net. (Serves San Luis Obispo county)

Monrovia: Ivy's Critter Care; Ivy Murillo; Veterinary technician, experience in bird care; P.O. Box 146; 626-318-2503; ivyscrittercare@yahoo.com; www.ivyscrittercare.com. (Serves San Gabriel Valley)

North Hollywood: The Perfect Parrot; Kim Everett-Martin; Experienced avian first-aid and bird care; 10646 Riverside Drive; 818-506-5456; theperfectparrot@aol.com; www.theperfectparrot.com.

Oceanside: 5 Feathers of the Sun Avian Boarding & Rescue; Coral Komoroski; Trained veterinary technician; 179 Chunchon Dr.; 760-670-9841; fivefeathersofthesun@yahoo.com; www.myspace.com/5feathersofthesun.

Oceanside: Mattie Lewis; Experienced bird sitter; 218 Rancho Del Oro Drive, Apt 213; 919-810-9171; mapufpaff@gmail.com.

Orange: birdStuff; Donna Garrou; Certified Avian Specialist, Boarding facility operated in conjunction with an avian veterinarian; 210 S. Tustin Street; 714-639-6039; info@birdstuffonline.com; www.birdstuffonline.com.

Rohnert Park: HOW'S YOUR BIRD?; Donna Shore; Board Member of the Redwood Empire Cage Bird Club, Volunteer for 911ParrotAlert.com and Experienced in bird care; 101 Enterprise Drive, #68; 707-585-7524; dshore@shorebirds.biz. (Located in Sonoma County).

Sacramento: Wendy Gonzales; 4544 Juno Way; 916-599-7494; wendy_gonzales@hotmail.com.

San Diego: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Services by Kat; Kat; PUPS, PSA, PSI, Insured, Bonded, ASPCA; 7000 El Cajon Blvd.; petsitterkat@myway.com; http://www.petsitdogwalkbykat.com.

San Diego: The Purring Parrot; Maria & Patrick Brinson; Experienced bird owners; 3015 St. Charles Place St. D; 619-223-2326; admin@thepurringparrot.com; www.thepurringparrot.com.

San Juan Capistrano: OC Pet Companions; Ruth Ann Krisa; 32371 Alipaz Street #46; 949-709-2707; ruth@ocpetcompanions.com; www.ocpetcompanions.com.

San Ramon: Parrot Palace – San Francisco Bay Area Pet Sitter For Birds; Deborah Messina-Kleinman, MPH; Experienced with all bird species, Trained in First-Aid for birds, Avian vet recommendations; 925-915-0661; info@parrotpalace.org; www.parrotpalace.org; www.petsitterforbirds.com. (Serves San Francisco Bay Area)

Vallejo: Zaina Shea, Experienced bird owner; 3800 Surf Court; 707-648-9664; wyndrider_ca@yahoo.com.

Yucaipa: Professional Animal Sitting Services, Inc.; Gail Neely; P.O. Box 13; 909-801-1062; gail@animalsittingservices.com; www.animalsittingservices.com. (Serves Redlands, Yucaipa, Calimesa, Cherry Valley and Beaumont)

Colorado

Aurora: Petcetera Pet Sitting Services; Heather Schriefer; American Cross Pet First Aid & CPR, Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue volunteer; Member of ASPCA and PetSitUSA.com; 3205 S. Walden Court, Unit G; 720-951-4207; heather@petceterapetsitting.com; www.petceterapetsitting.com.

Englewood: Happy At Home Pet Care; Barbara; Experienced bird owner; Veterinary assistant, Pet first-aid; 303-635-6742; Jadewolf32@aol.com

Fort Collins: Wendy Kenna; Experienced bird owner; 820 Merganser Dr. #202; 970-482-2405; wjeankenna@hotmail.com. (Serves Fort Collins area)

Fort Collins: Allison Tschirley; Experienced bird owner (conure); 1601 W. Swallow Rd. Apt 6E; 970-308-4972; alleycat_it@yahoo.com.

Frederick: Feathers To Fur Pet Care LLC; Karen Rossi; Accredited member Pet Sitters International, Bonded and Insured, Member Rocky Mountain Society of Aviculture Colorado Bird Club, Delegate American Federation of Aviculture; 8702 Triple Crown Drive; 303-638-7198; f2fpetcare@comcast.net; www.f2fpetcare.com.

Lakewood: Unique Pet Care; Amy Johnson; Experienced bird and business owner since 1996.Certified Vet Tech, Member, BBB member, AFA member, Rocky Mountain Society of Aviculture, PSI member, International Association of Animal Massage and Body work, Certified Flower, Tree and Color Essences Therapist, Healing Touch Massage, Animal Behaviorist and Bird Groomer, Bonded & Insured; 1326 S. Kline St.; 303-969-0569; petkare4u@comcast.net; www.uniquepetcare.com.

Connecticut

Southbury: Safe At Home LLC; Adria Henderson; 5 Indian Trail; 203-262-6002; 203-426-5784; petfocus@aol.com; safeathomepetcare.biz.

Delaware

Bear: J&J Parrot Place; Joanne Landis; Experienced bird owner (Budgies (parakeets), cockatiel, quaker parrot, Indian ring-necked parakeet, African grey, cockatoo, macaw), Member of National Parrot Place Organization, works at a veterinary hospital; 1947 Old Kirkwood Road; 302-838-0990; 302-421-4320 (Daytime 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.); jdtslabs@aol.com.

Milford: Patricia Miller; Experienced bird owner (Amazon parrot, cockatoo); 2626 Deer Valley Road; 302-430-0827; RawhideRose2@comcast.net.

Florida

Deltona: The Parrot Sitter; Angel Rodriguez; Certified Avian Specialist (Via PIJAC); 1768 Philadelphia Ct.; 386-848-0276; care@theparottsitter.com; www.theparrotsitter.com.

Jupiter: Jillian Williams; Experienced bird owner (Amazon parrot), Experienced in bird care (cockatoos, Amazon parrots, macaws); 151 Greenwich Circle; 714-931-6467; jillianpike@mac.com; Also can contact James Williams; 954-464-4504; jamesw757@mac.com.

Margate: Kathy Thorpe; experienced bird owner (black headed caique & cockatiel); 7601 NW 23 St; 954-614-6672; puggirl@bellsouth.net.

Marianna: Wings 4 Wisdom Aviary; 772-342-4943; http://wings4wisdom.gotpetsonline.com.

Naples: Debby Kennedy; PIJAC certification for birds; manager of animal hospital specializing in birds, Experienced bird owner; 281 12th St. SE; 239-565-4873; debbykennedy1@comcast.net.

Orlando/Winter Park: Dogs To Macaws Pet Sitter; Barbara C. McCann; Licensed pet care provider, licensed notary.407-496-1912; duganmccann@aol.com; www.dogstomacaws.com

Pembroke Pines: Erin Murphy; 9631 NW 4th St; 954-668-6886; ikeepdancin@aol.com; www.myspace.com/taurus_aries

Pensacola: L & L Bird Sitting; Louise Scarlata; 9715 San Remo Dr.; 850-457-4646; lscarlatan@bellsouth.net.

Pensacola: The Parrot Nanny; Sandra Coen; 5780 Scotland Ct;850-637-8108' sandra@blueangelparrots.com; www.blueangelparrots.com

Pembroke Pines: Erin Murphy; 9631 NW 4th St.; 954-668-6886; ikeepdancin@aol.com; www.myspace.com/only0nefox.

Riverview: Sit Vickie Sit Pet Sitting; Vickie Howle; Pet first aid & CPR, vice president of the Greater Brandon Avian Society, experienced owner and trainer; 813-677-3866; sitvickiesit@gmail.com.

Riverview: Mollycoddle Pet Care; Terry Saffell; Experienced bird owner, Licensed practical nurse, PSI member; 813-732-3784; terry@mollycoddlepetcare.com; mollycoddlepetcare.com.

Summerfield: Judy Wintringham; Experienced bird owner; 16673 SE 97th Ct.; 352-347-7040; HehJude4111@wmconnect.com.

Wellington: The Parrot Lady; Cheryl Francis; 1828 Capeside Circle; 561-371-4096; cfrancis@theparrotlady.net; www.parrotladytoys.synthasite.com.

Georgia

Dalton: R & R Bird Sitting; Ramona; Amazons and all other birds; 706-971-3971; 520-431-0431.

Hawaii

Lahaina: Kathy Coombs; 148 Hakui Loop; 808-661-8096.

Idaho

Boise: Idaho Bird’s Nest; Brian and Gretchen Baker; Experienced in bird care; 208-939-9118; gmbaker@idahobirdsnest.com; www.idahobirdsnest.com.

Illinois

Aurora: SEEDS “n” KISSES; Charlene K. Kolander C.A.S.; Exotic bird specialist; 630-270-4035. (Serves Aurora, North Aurora, Batavia, Wheaton, Geneva and St. Charles.)

Big Rock: Home 'Tweet' Home Bird Sitting; Jennifer Schweiger, experienced bird owner; 8s821 John St.; 630-556-3951; Jennee_Schweiger@yahoo.com.

Bolingbrook: Michelle Prindle, Experienced bird owner; 316 Malibu Drive; 630-739-6608; Mjpspike111@aol.com.

Lindenhurst: Terry Andrucki; Experienced bird owner (lovebird); 412 Red Rock Drive; 847-265-9534; chopliver@comcast.net.

Tremont: Holly Zuercher's Pet Sitting Business. 9587 Antioch Rd.; 309-202-5076.

Indiana

Corydon: Karen Shelley: 900 Woodland Ave; 574-268-8510; karenshelley46580@yahoo.com.

Lafayette: Bosco's Bed and Breakfast; Jackie Ziven-LeCount; Registered Veterinary Techologist (specializing in bird care); 512 Plantation Way; 765-471-9734; Jziven@purdue.edu

Iowa

Currently No Listings Available

Kansas

Currently No Listings Available

Kentucky

Fort Campbell: Heather Gagner; Experienced bird owner; 5010 B Gorgas Ave.; 270-305-2880; David_heather_gagner@comcast.net; (Services Fort Campbell, Clarksville, Hopkinsville and surronding areas).

Owensboro: Furry Feats Pet Servicies; Terri Kaplan; 270-302-0861; terri@eterri.com; http://eterri.com/furryfeats.

Louisiana



Maryland

Baltimore: Pet Chick Pet Sitting; Caryn Belt; 8803 Blairwood Road; 443-799-8414; birdiechick14@gmail.com; www.petchickpets.com.

Massachusetts

Belchertown: Feathers and Fur Pet Care Services; Peggy McLeod; Licensed & Insured, Parrot boarding facility; 589 Federal St.; 413-323-8720; peggymcleod@charter.net; www.feathersandfurpetcare.com.

Chelmford: Avian Education and Management Co.; Amy Joyce; Certified Avian Specialist; 140 Littleton Rd.; 978-250-5874 dedicatedtoamazons@verizon.net; dedicatedtoamazons@yahoo.com; http://dedicatedtoamazons.tripod.com.

Salisbury: Seaside Pet Minder; Veronica Atlantis; Member Pet Sitters International, Member Bird of a Feather (NH avicultural society), Red Cross Pet First-Aid Certified; 33 Lafayette Rd.; 978-462-0207; seasidepetminder@hotmail.com; www.freewebs.com/seasidepetminder.

Michigan

Freeland: HomeRun Pet Sitting; Deb Mayhew; PIJAC Avian Certification; 5951 Carter Rd.; 989-695-6402; bluejay764@chartermi.net.

Kewadin: Pet Sitters of Torch Lake; Mary Hayes; Member Professional United Pet Sitters, Insured & Bonded through Pet Sitters Associates, LLC; P.O. Box 315; 231-632-5246; petsittersoftorchlake@yahoo.com; www.petsittersoftorchlake.com.

New Baltimore: Angels Among Us Aviary; Anchor Bay Aquarium; Companion bird hobby breeder, Veterinary Technician; 36457 Alfred; 586-725-1383; angelaviary@anchorbayaquarium.com; www.anchorbayaquarium.com.

Sterling Heights: Wind In Out Hair; Denise Landrum, Kris Craigo; Experience small birds only; 43078 Charlemagne; (Denise)586-323-2417, (Kris)586-443-0195; denise_landrum@yahoo.com.

Minnesota

Bloomington: Maria Thompson; Certified veterinary technician with a special interest in avian, exotic, and wildlife animals; 952-846-9554; www.MariaThompsonPetSitting.com.

Maple Grove: Vista de Pajaro Eco-Tours (Amazon Parrot Eco-Tours); J. Marie Digatono; Member Audubon Society Minneapolis, World Parrot Trust, Maple Grove Arbor Committee; 763-315-1749; oratrix6@aol.com.

Red Wing: Jules Ann Vandestouwe; Experienced bird owner (umbrella cockatoo); 1105 Bush Street; 651-358-8788; dutchfam@charter.net.

Rochester: Caroline Stroetz, PIJAC Avian Certified, Experienced Bird Owner (including exotic birds, fowl and game birds); 5604 26th Ave. NW; 507-254-8621; Caroline.Stroetz@gmail.com.

Mississippi

Brandon: Personal Sitter For Local Birdies; Mary Ann Clark; Experienced bird owner; 208 Turtle Creek Dr.; 601-992-0262; coastrat@bellsouth.net.

Hattiesburg/Gulfport: Ginger Hamner; Experienced in bird care, Experienced bird owner; 10 Centerstone; gingeradcock@yahoo.com.

Missouri

Columbia: Anna D'Agostino; Experienced in bird care; 802 N. 7th Street; 573-489-0357.

Lees Summit: Lesly Lewandowski; Experienced bird sitter/all species, also other pets; Lees Summit, MO. 64086; 816-739-9373.

Nixa: Lori Morrissey; 417-725-8179.

St. Clair: Wanda Miller; P.O. Box 76; 314-681-6341; bkmkwm2007@yahoo.com.

Montana

Currently No Listings Available

Nebraska

Bennet: Nebraska Bird Lady; Chloe Welstead; PIJAC Certified Avian Specialist, AFA Certified Aviculturist, Level 1 and Affiliated with American Federation of Aviculture, Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council, Greater Omaha Cage Bird Society; 402-782-6101; info@nebraskabirdlady.com; www.nebraskabirdlady.com.

Lincoln: A Pause for Paws, Inc. Jennifer Haralson, Tonia Tauke and Lee Ann Stover; NAPPS Certified (National Assoc of Professional Pet Sitters); NAPPS Board of Directors; Professional Pet Sitting since 1999; 402-420-PETS (7387); apauseforpaws@neb.rr.com; www.apauseforpaws.com.

Louisville: MCD Services; Mary Denny; 15135 Oak Ridge Drive; 402-234-4966; turkeyannie@alltel.net.

Nevada

Henderson: Pampered Pets; Caroline Marks, Roy Marks; experienced bird owners of varying species, experienced hand-feeders; 2494 Ram Crossing Way; 702-263-7387; pamperedpetshd@aol.com; www.pamperedpetsit.com.

Reno: Pet Pals Pet Sitting; Shelli Pollman; Experienced Veterinary Technician with exotics; 382 Wilson Ave.; 775-827-0454 or 775-770-8486; shellypollman@att.com or barockas1969@msn.com.

Reno: Debra Davis Pet Care Services; Debra Davis; Professional United Pet Sitters (PUPS); P.O. Box 61572; 775-351-5890; debra@davispet.com; www.davispet.com.

New Hampshire

Milford: Melanie Chouinard; Experience with birds; silver.branch@hotmail.com. (References available upon request)

New Jersey

Oakhurst: Michelle Shrewsbury; Certified Avian Specialist, Works for Exotic Bird Store and King's Cages, Can service central and northern New Jersey, experienced bird owner; 732-272-3626; michellekshrewsbury@yahoo.com

Summit: Jill's Pet Care; Jill or Nick Sauchelli; Experienced in bird care; 34 Maple Street; 908-522-1400 or 908-273-5538; jillg57@comcast.net.

Toms River: Home Tweet Home; Shara Avignone; 732-288-1243; colley1969@aol.com.

New Mexico

Albuquerque: Parrot Valet; Harry C. Richardson; Member Professional United Pet Sitters, Pet Sitter Associates LLC., The New Mexico Bird Club; A Directory of Pet Sitters in New Mexico; 8301 R C Gorman Ave NE; 505-261-7418; Harry@ParrotValet.com; www.ParrotValet.com.

Estancia: Starflyre Home Maintenance & Pet Sitting; Michele Siebersma; P.O. Box 208; 505-948-2316; starflyrehomemaintenance@gmail.com.

New York

Buffalo: Harley-Coconut’s; Michele Gill; Experienced bird sitter; 181 Woodside Avenue; 716-823-5006; mgilly555@aol.com.

Hilton: Liz Gliszczynski; 286 South Ave.; 585-392-7691; glism@frontiernent.net.

Warwick: FeathersnBeaksBird Sitting Service In Your Home; 845-986-8738; kasey7@optonline.net.

North Carolina

Cary: Kildaire Cat ‘n Canary; Ron Wilson; 217 Lakewater Drive; 919-468-8667; kcnc@ronbird1.com; www.cat-n-canary.com.

Cary: Hoof & Paw Pet Sitting, LLC; Allegra Dahlquist; PSI, Red Cross Certified in Pet CPR & First Aid, PSA; 601 Walcott Way; 919-656-606; allegra@hoofandpawpetsitting.com; www.hoofandpawpetsitting.com.

Charlotte: Ruth Mekosh; 7708 Davis Rd; 704-573-2749; mekosh3@yahoo.com.

Durham: The Birdie Boutique; Greg Burkett; Boarding facility in conjunction with a certified avian veterinarian; 3039 University Dr.; 919-490-3001; www.birdieboutique.com.

Indian Trail: JRT Feather Sitters…And Fur Too!!!; Neesie Mann; Charlotte Area Coordinator for Phoenix Landing and Foster volunteer; 704-821-5788; feathersitters@carolina.rr.com.

Kernersville: BirdLady: Jane Roberts; 4725 Old Hollow Road; 336-971-2430; birdlady@triad.rr.com.

Pineville: Parrot University; owner: Karen Justice, manager: Elizabeth Waller; Karen is a member of the Association of Avian Veterinarians, board member of Mid-Atlantic States Association of Avian Veterinarians and member of American Federation of Aviculturists; 321 South Polk Street, Suite 2-C; 704-889-2325; parrots@parrotu.com; www.parrotu.com/index.html.

Sylva: Cara Ward; Experienced bird owner (Eclectus, conure); 267 Old Cullowhee; 828-734-2706; caraward@hotmail.com.



Ohio

Akron: My Buddy Pet Care; Marsha Healy; Experienced bird sitter, Veterinary assistant experience, graduate of “Living and Learning with Parrots” by Susan, Friedman Ph.D, Bonded and Insured; 330-815-6120; songcanary@roadrunner.com. (Serves Akron and Medina area)

Alexandria: Rick & Sandy Allen; East 30 Main Street, Hwy 37; 740-236-4722; iveyryder@yahoo.com.

Brunswick: Parrotville Bird Shop; 1733 Pearl d. #121; 330-273-0100; parrotvillebirds@aol.com; www.parrotville.com.

Cleveland: Kris Malkovsky; 6509 Marsol Road; 216-924-6840; kalipso22001@yahoo.com.

Concord: Flying Friends; Carolyn Siedlarczyk; 10983 Spear Road; 440-413-6776; flyingfrnds@aol.com; www.flyingfrnds.com.

Galena: Karen’s Pet Care; Karen Kasperek; 10049 Galena Pointe Drive; 740-953-1238; karenspetcare@hughes.net; www.karenspetcare.net.

Hilliard: Feathers & Fur Professional Pet Services; Sharon Stewart; Certified in pet first aid; P.O. Box 693; 614-778-4279; petsitter@feathers-fur.com; www.feathers-fur.com.

Lancaster: Joan Phelps; Member Mid-American Exotic Bird Society, ParrotTalk.com message board; 210 Lake Street; 740-974-9483; info@joanphelps.com; www.joanphelps.com.

Troy: Miami County Pet Sitting; Kimberly C. Seitz; Bonded & Insured, PSI member, 10 years experience, Humane Society Bird Rescue; 4445 E. State Route 41; 937-440-0016; kseitz@riva.net.

Oklahoma

Park Hill: Katherine Blanchfield; Experienced bird owner; 22085 W 866 Road; 918-521-4248; www.birdcubbies.com.

Oregon

Woodburn: Jan Bemetz; Experienced bird owner (cockatoos, conures, cockatiels, finches, canaries, canary-winged parakeets, parrotlets, budgies (parakeets); 648 S. Cascade Drive; 503-830-0122; janbird@q.com.

Pennsylvania

Bellefonte: Valley View Exotic Bird Care; Tammy Tate; 1489 Valley View Rd.; 814-574-0571, 814-355-8766; coolbirdtoys@yahoo.com; http://stores.ebay.com/picky-bird-toys

Kutztown: Sarah’s Pet Sitting; Sarah Litzenberger, CVT; Certified veterinary technician; 180 Schlegle Rd.; 610-248-7564; SarahsPetSitting@yahoo.com; www.SarahsPetSitting.com. (Serves Berks and Lehigh counties)

Shillington: Happy & Healthy Pets, LLC; Cindy Shaw; Member Pets Sitters International, Bonded & Insured; P.O. Box 836; 610-334-0626; cshaw@happy-healthypets.com; www.happy-healthypets.com

State College: Davi S. Reis; Cricklewood Dr (Tofttrees); 814-321-4559; dsr158@psu.edu

Waterford: Denny’s Aquascapes and Aviary; Nanc DeSantis; PIJAC Avian Certification; P.O. Box 274; 814-860-6577; nancd777@gmail.com; http://birdbiz.bravehost.com; http://www.dennysaquascapes.com. (Serves Northwest Pennsylvania areas including Ohio North Easty)


South Carolina

Goose Creek: Kimberly Alford, Experienced bird sitter, College of Charleston Pre-Vet Society; 103 Stratford Drive; 843-209-3110; kalford@cofc.edu or iluv2laughatu@yahoo.com.

Longs: Regena Berg; Experienced Bird Owner; 390 Shellbank Dr.; 943-340-2180; genaberg@sccoast.net. (Serves Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach and Little River areas)

Murrells Inlet: Inlet Professional Pet Granna Pet Services. Margaret Pappas, Pet Sitters Associates, LLC; Experienced Bird Owner and Bird Sitter; 165 Edward Avenue; 843-241-1208, shellycatbfl@hotmail.com.


Tennessee

Cordova: Memphis Area Caged and Exotic Bird Club; Eric Meyers; 1200 Fox Green Cove; 901-744-6486; eric@memphisbirdclub.com; www.memphisbirdclub.com.

Portland: Cynthia Richards; 102 Glacier Ct; 615-330-1610; cyndimr244@yahoo.com.

Nashville: Scott & Buffy Brooks; Experienced bird owners (Eclectus); 7438 Huntwick Trail; 615-673-9145; 615-554-5410; nuclearfish@comcast.net.

Texas

Aledo: Thoughts4Paws; Lyn Sykes; Experienced bird owner (cockatoo, African grey, conure, budgies (parakeets), cockatiels, lovebird); Bonded & Insured, Member of Pet Sitters International, Taken “Parrots & People” course; 340 Horeshoe Trl W; 817-675-0953; lyn.sykes@thoughts4paws.com; www.thoughts4paws.com.

Dallas: Avian Attendant Services, LLC; Debbie Halbrook; NAPPS, PSI, Insured & Bonded; 1624 Navaro Street; 214-578-5192; birdsitter@avianattendantservices.com; www.avianattendantservices.com.

Freeport: Brenda's Bird Setting; Brenda Stephens; Experienced bird owner (large and small birds), pet first-aid; 979-665-5663; brensteph@comcast.net.

Garland: Bird in the Hand; Rhonda LaBelle, RVT; Registered Veterinary Technician, Avian Technician, Avian Behavior consultant, Member Association of Avian Veterinarians, Texas Veterinary Medical Association and Texas Association of Registered Veterinary Technicians; 902 Crest Park; 972-333-4792; rklabelle@sbcglobal.net.

Garland: Jodie Mercado; Experienced in bird care; 2609 Scottswood Dr.; 972-271-2503; ljjamer@verizon.com.

Houston: Macaws and More Pet Sitting Service. Julie Ellison, Pet Sitters International, Experienced bird owner and in working with all bird species; Cell-850-276-1410, Office-281-984-7341; Julie_ellison@att.net; www.macawsandmore.com. (Serving the Clear Lake Area).

Utah

Cedar City: D&B's Pet Sitting and Home Care; Diane and Bruce Gil; Member Pet Sitters International (PSI) and Professional United Pet Sitters (PUPS); 4800 West 1000 South; 435-865-7347; dandbspet@gmail.com; www.dandbspetsitting.com.

River Heights: Happy At Home Pet Sitting Service, LLC; Michelle Vigil; Member Pet Sitters International; 1098 Lamplighter Drive; 435-770-6014; mvfourpaws@msn.com; www.happyathomepetsitting.4t.com.



Virginia

Arlington: Ava Dugo; 1530 Key Blvd, Unit 1009; 202-374-5780; avathepetsitter@gmail.com

Ashburn: M2 Bird Sitters, LLC; David Stephenson; Member Pet Sitters International; P.O Box 307; 703-724-0288; david@m2birdsitters.com; www.m2birdsitters.com.

Bedford: Cozy Critters; Marty Hage; Certified by National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, experienced bird care (all sizes); 621 Westview Ave.; 540-586-9665; info@martyscozycritters.com; www.martyscozycritters.com.

McLean: Katie L. Kelley; Experienced bird sitter (budgies to cockatoos); 703-625-4018; katielkelley@yahoo.com.

Virginia Beach: Carol Bonds; 757-747-6029; cbonds-51@peoplepc.com.

Virginia Beach: From Wags to Whiskers, Inc.; Cindy Thibault; Members of Better Business Bureau, National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, American Red Cross Pet CPR; 757-641-0099; PetSit@LifeWithDogs.4T.com; www.LifeWithDogs.us.

Virginia Beach: Polly & Pals, Inc., Karen TerMeer; Members of Pet Bird Association of Virginia and Pet Sitters Assoc.; 4650 Old Princess Anne Rd.; 757-288-4537; pollyandpals@verizon.net; www.pollyandpals.com.

Washington

Everett: Just Winging It; Pam Tucker; 9409 2nd Drive SE; 425-265-0993; Boplo2@verizon.net.

Friday Harbor: Peace of Mind Pet Sitting; Jaileen Panger; Member American Federation of Aviculture and Pet Sitters International; P.O. Box 3055; 360.317.5149; jaileenpanger@yahoo.com.

Mount Vernon: The Birdie Boarding House; Stacey McQuitty; 4717 Mount Baker Loop; 360-899-5633; 661-264-8877; staceymmcq@aol.com.

University Place: Menagerie Maid, LLC; Colleen Kaleel-Matzen; PSI Member, Bonded, Licensed & Insured, experienced bird-sitter, will bird-sit in bird's home; 253-381-2565; menageriemaid@comcast.net; www.menageriemaid.com.

Vancouver: Victoria Vonkriegenbergh; Associated with Mickaboo Cockatiel Rescue; 4714 NE 72nd Ave., #150; 360-882-1570; birdbrainzz@comcast.net. (Serves Clark County)

Vancouver: Parrots Only Pet Sitting — Finches To Macaws; Christa Kangas; In-home visits, Insured by Pet Sitters Associates, LLC; www.botherthebirds.net.



Wisconsin

Madison: Beaks and Squeaks Pet Care; Pat Wieneke; Member Pet Sitters International, Pet Sitters Associates, LLC and Madison Area Professional Pet Sitters; 608-838-7562; beaksandsqueaks@gmail.com.

South Milwaukee: Mallory Mirenda; pet care specialist for PetSmart; 305 Michigan Ave.; 414-719-0710; Mallor.Mirenda@aurora.org.

Wyoming

Buffalo: Wild Wings Aviary; Donna Knudson & Willie Myers; Members of American Federation of Aviculture, Avicultural Society of America, National Finch & Softbill Society, Rocky Mountain Society of Aviculture, Cornell Lab of Ornithology and ; 46 Sunset Avenue; 307-684-7256; wildwing@bresnan.net; www.avipet.net.

Pet Bird Cage - $400 for Sale in Miami Florida

Large birdcage for sale - $400.
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Bird Cage for Sale Pittsburg - for Large Parrot

$170 Bird Cage for Sale in Pittsburg, SF bay area.

Ivory in color.

The perch is 4 - 5 in. in diameter and is very solid and firmly mounted.

The Cage has casters and stands - total of 56 in. h.

Cage has two side doors for food and water bowl access without letting the bird out.

Living Area is 36 in wide and 44 in high x 24 in deep.

Food and water bowl included.

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$170.00

Pet Bird Cages for Sale

Would you like your pet birds to live in Castle? Your bird pet to fly through the Louvre? Or pet bird cage to be a Frank Lloyd Wright home?
Orders are now being accepted for custom built dollhouses, birdcages and pet homes. Plan ahead for Christmas or that special occasion.
Contact TGIDesign@me.com
Location: St. Louis


Nice green bird cage.
Price: $35 OBO
The dimensions: 22in Tall/ 16in Wide/ 11in Deep
call 503-863-8049
or mail ptownposters@gmail.com
Comes with accessories such as a water bottle food holder and more!

2 Bird Cages (bayview)
The white bird pet cage is 17x17x38; has 7 doors and a pull-out cleaning pan on the bottom. $20.00
Red and white pet bird cage is 24x19x31 has a roof that opens up and a perch/platform door, pull out clening pan.$30.00
Both cages are in excellent shape. Have feeding dishes, perches.
No chipped coating on bars, or rust!
tinchariot@gmail.com
Location: San Francisco bay area

Bird Cage with Stand - $35
One slightly used bird cage with hanging stand.
Phone: (469)442-3118
Email: inavin@gmail.com
Location: Dallas

Pet Bird Information About Clubs and Assotiations

Here is info about bird pet clubs in USA:

American Birding Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 6599
Colorado Springs, CO 80934

Association of Field Ornithologists
c/o Allen Press, Inc.
P.O. Box 1897; Lawrence, KS 66044

American Ornithologists Union
P.O. Box 1897; Lawrence KS 66044-8897


Audobon Naturalist Society
8940 Jones Mill Rd.
Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Boreal Owl
Box 1053 Komloopa BC V2C 6H2

Cove Mallard Coalition
POB 8968; Moscow, ID 83843

The Brooks Bird Club, Inc.
707 Warwood Ave.; Wheeling, WV 26003


Hawk Migration Association of North America
4304 Santa Anna Drive; Columbia, MO 65201

Kids For Conservation -Eagle Watch
POB 78124; Tucson, AZ 85703


Hawkwatch International
P.O. 35706
Albuquerque, NM 87176-5706

Inland Bird Banding Association
R.D. 2, Box 26
Wisner, NE 68791

International Council for Bird Preservation
c/o /WWF-US
1250 24th St., NW
Washington, DC 20037

International Crane Foundation (ICF)
E-11376 Shady Lane Road; Baraboo, WI 53913

The National Audubon Society
950 Third Ave.
New York, NY 10022

National Audubon Society Expedition Institute
P.O. Box 170
Readfield, ME 04355

The National Eagle Foundation
209 N. Main Street
Galena, IL 61036


The National Wild Turkey Federation, Inc.
P.O. Box 530
Edgefield, SC 29824

North American Bluebird Society
P.O. Box 6295
Silver Spring, MD 20916

National Foundation to Protect America's Eagles
(a/k/a Save The Eagle)
P.O. Box 120206
Nashville, TN 37212

Pacific Seabird Group
Box 179/4505 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
Contact: S. Speich, Editor
E-mail: sspeich@azstarnet.com

Rare Center for Tropical Bird Conservation
1529 Walnut Street, 3rd Floor; Philadelphia, PA 19102

Sarnia Exotic Bird Group
102-1150 Afton Drive
Sarnia Ontario Canada
N7S 5B8
Contact: Rich Brennan
Phone: (519) 344-2721
Description: We are a small group of exotic bird ownerrs and breeders concerned for the welfare of these beautiful species.

Society for the Preservation of Birds of Prey
P.O. Box 66070
Los Angeles, CA 90066

The Trumpeter Swan Society
3800 County Rd. 24; Maple Plain, MN 55359

Western Bird Banding Association
Department of Biology, CSU
Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099

Wilson Ornithological Society
c/o Dr. John L. Zimmerman
Division of Biology, Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506

The International Osprey Foundation
P.O. Box 250
Sanibel, FL 33957

Quail Unlimited, Inc.
P.O. Box 10041
Augusta, GA 30903

The Ruffed Grouse Society
451 McCormick Rd.
Coraopolis, PA 15108

Whooping Crane Conservation Association Inc.
1007 Carmet Ave.
Lafayette, LA 70501

World Pheasant Association
P.O. Box 5, Lower Basildon
Reading, RG8 9PF
United Kingdom

Pet Bird Info

If you are like most new bird owners, you find everything about this special little being to be quite fascinating. Whether you have owned a bird at some time in the past, or whether this is your very first bird, it probably seems as if you simply cannot get enough of this subject.

In addition to your own newfound interest in birds, children and the other members of your family are likely as entranced with the subject as you are. Sharing some fun facts and trivia about pet birds can enrich everyone’s knowledge about birds while making owning your own bird even more fun.

One fun bit of trivia about pet birds is that at least eight American presidents had pet birds while they were in office. Although most of us have heard about various presidents and their dogs and cats, less has been said about presidents and their fondness for birds.

In the olden days, Andrew Jackson, John Tyler, Theodore Roosevelt, James Madison, William McKinley, and Franklin Pierce, all loved the company of their birds when they were presidents of the United States. In a more recent era, John Fitzgerald Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson were the nation’s bird-loving presidents.

The pet birds owned by United States presidents ranged from parrots and macaws to canaries, lovebirds, and parakeets. While these birds may not have received as much publicity as presidential dogs and cats, they were surely beloved by their owners and their families.

Enjoying birds as pets dates long before the United States presidents, however, Although the precise period of time in which birds started to become members of human households is not known, it is presumed that choosing birds as pets dates as far back as the time of the ancient Egyptians.

The ancient Greeks also loved pet birds. Parakeets were the pet bird-of-choice during this era.

Enjoying Your New Pet Bird!

Now that you have all of the facts you need in order to take the guesswork out of choosing and caring for your bird, you may be wondering if there is anything else that you should know.

The answer to this is yes! You have already read this far.

This means you have taken a true interest in learning everything about your new pet.

You have learned how to select the particular breed of bird which is the best-suited to your home environment, your family, your lifestyle and your personal preferences.

You have acquired a wealth of valuable information about how to take proper care of your bird so that he stays healthy and happy, and is a wonderful part of your life.

You have gained peace of mind and confidence about owning a bird, because you have learned what he needs from you.

In reading this far, you are probably amazed and relieved to find that caring for your pet bird is not time-consuming, expensive, nor does it require much work.

Now that you have all of the necessary knowledge to make owning a bird worry-free, you may be tempted to think that there could not possibly be anything else you need to know.

This is not surprising, but there is one more point which may not be obvious.

If you have put your time in learning all there is to know about your bird, it may not yet have occurred to you that one of the most important points in bird ownership is to have fun! Although your bird’s care and upkeep do not require much effort on your part, the effort you put into your new pet will pay off grandly for both him and for yourself.

You have acquired a brandnew little friend, and all of the benefits of this new friendship will soon be clear to you.

Enjoying your new pet bird can take many forms.

You may focus on specific aspects of your friendship, or they may overlap, making this the ideal relationship between a bird and his owner.

One aspect of your relationship with your bird is you will soon see that he is not just a bird, but that you have a special new companion.

While most people appreciate the companionship of their pets, there is something very special about a bird.

Your bird may delight in sitting on your shoulder, dancing for you, or chirping or talking in a way that is real communication.

You are sure to find his antics and sounds to be delightful to you, also.

Another aspect of your relationship with your bird is the bonding you will both experience.

This natural bonding takes place when you tend to his daily needs, as well as the wonderful times you will both have during his exercise routines and his playtimes.

The extra-special bond which forms between a bird and his owner is like something magical.

Soon after you bring your new pet home with you, this bonding will let you both know that you truly do belong to each other.

Having a pet bird in your home is an experience in itself.

His beauty and natural grace will soon have you in the frame of mind that your home was not complete before he arrived.

If this is your pet bird, it will not take long for you to see what a wondrous experience it is to have him in your home.

His delightful little sounds will be like a melody to your ears every day, whether he is a song bird or he engages in cute chirping throughout the day.

You might even decide that you don’t need to play music at home, because your new bird will provide many hours of listening pleasure from music that is all his own.

If you or other members of your family have had a bird in the past, you will not be surprised at how quickly you become attached to him, and as he becomes attached to you.

The relationship between a bird and his owner is something very special indeed.

The friendship he develops with each member of your family is a one-of-a-kind relationship which simply has no comparison to anything else.

As you have learned, it does not take much to keep your bird healthy, strong, and vibrant.

When you know how little time you will need to put into is basic care and upkeep, you will be very happy to see how much free time this leaves you to enjoy your new pet bird.

His playtime, bath time, exercises and more, will give you both plenty of opportunities for quality time together.

After you begin to see how much of an enriching experience enjoying your pet bird can be, you will know for sure that bringing your new friend home with you was one of the best decisions you have ever made!.

Helpful Tips For Your Bird’s Health and Longevity

There is nothing more disappointing than becoming attached to a new pet only to see his health deteriorate, or to find that he may not live as long as you had initially expected. If you keep some helpful tips in mind, and apply them in a practical, consistent manner, you will have the peace-of-mind of having a healthy bird who will be there to live with you and love you for a long, long time.

The very best way to ensure your new bird’s health and longevity is to make a few basic preparations before you purchase your pet. One part of this is to have as much knowledge as possible about your bird. Another is to be ready to put your knowledge into practical application. Even though your bird is a small animal, his care must be taken seriously in order to help him to stay in top-notch condition.

The most important point to keep in mind is that your new little friend is completely dependent upon you, his owner, to meet his needs for both everyday and emergency care, and to make sure he is safe, comfortable, healthy, and happy.

If this sounds like a lot of responsibility, it is! When you have a little pet depending on you, it truly is a big responsibility. However, meeting your bird’s needs does not have to be difficult, time-consuming, or worrisome. When you are ready for the responsibility, it will show in how well you care for your new bird. You will see that it is a wonderful experience.

One of the first and most important keys in your bird’s health and longevity is to be sure that you purchase a healthy pet. Too many people make the mistake of selecting a bird on the spur of the moment, basing their decision on factors such as how cute he looks or his sweet personality, without giving enough thought and attention to the condition of the bird they buy.

How can you be sure that your bird is in good health? The best way is to address this issue before you make your final decision. First, if you want a healthy bird it is essential for you to purchase one from a reputable dealer. If you have friends or relatives who have purchased and are happy with their own pet, this kind of recommendation is a good cue. However, it is still important for you to check into the dealer’s qualifications on your own.

As the more you know, the better chance you will have of finding a healthy bird, some time spent on this aspect of bird-shopping will have much value to you in the long-run.

You can begin by asking the dealer or pet shop owner as many questions as you can think of. If the dealer is willing to patiently address your concerns and answer your questions, this is a positive sign. It shows that he is actually interested in his customers and his birds, and that he is not only concerned about making sales.

Equally important is for him to be knowledgeable about the birds he sells. If he demonstrates a significant amount of knowledge about the birds, this will show you that he knows what is necessary for their care and their upkeep. In addition, the dealer who interacts in a pleasant manner with his birds, showing how much he cares for them and treats them well, is one whose birds are most likely to be in good health and a happy disposition of their own.

When you are visiting the pet shop, checking to see that it is well-maintained is also important. The store should be very clean, and reasonably tidy, yet free of any harmful aromas of disinfectants or cleaning solutions. The reason for this is that while disinfectants can actually be dangerous to the birds in general, they can also be a sign that odors are masked rather than the store being kept clean on a consistent basis.

A well-maintained shop and a dealer who is both knowledgeable about his birds and is pleasant with their company, are two essential factors in deciding that this is the place where you should purchase your new pet. It is also a significant factor in helping you to be confident that the bird you purchase from this dealer is very likely to be in excellent health.

When people decide to buy a bird, one important point which they often overlook is the need to get a clean bill-of-health for their new pet before they take him home. Some simply do not think about this, while others dismiss it as unnecessary. If you want to be sure that the bird you have chosen is in perfect condition, and is most likely to remain healthy for a long time, this is something which you should take into consideration.

It is not difficult, nor time-consuming, or expensive, to have your new pet checked by a qualified veterinarian. You will see that it is well worth the effort. One important reason is to ensure that your bird is healthy before you take him home. Your veterinarian can evaluate him for numerous conditions, such as mites and other problems. If he finds any health issue with your bird, you would then have the option of purchasing a different bird, or having the one you have chosen treated for the problem. Knowing whether any issues exist before he goes home with you is the easiest way to start his new life with you.

The second reason why you should visit your veterinarian is to request his recommendations regarding your new bird’s further health care. While he may also have recommendations about the general everyday care of your bird, which can prove to be very useful to you, he can also advise you about how frequently your bird should have routine check-ups, when he will need vaccinations, and what you should do in the event of an emergency.

Although healthy birds do not require much professional attention, having a veterinarian whom you trust and know well, and listening carefully to his advice, is one of the most positive steps you can take in the interest of your new pet’s health and longevity. It will also be a great assistance in helping you to feel more confident and prepared for taking care of your new friend.

Your veterinarian can provide you with information that will be quite valuable to you. He can inform you of any potential health risks which may be associated with your particular breed of bird, as well as any common illnesses. When you are aware of these possibilities, you will be much more prepared to deal with them if they do occur. You will know whether your bird needs medical attention, or whether it is something which you can deal with on your own.

As you have already learned in this book, taking good care of your bird is important for both his general well-being and his relationship with you. It is also an essential factor in his health and longevity. The better your bird is cared for, on a consistent and loving basis, the healthier he will be and the longer he will live.

First, providing a safe environment for your bird has numerous benefits. An environment which is free from any potential dangers will go a long way in preventing unnecessary accidents. A safe environment is one where the risk of harm is as minimal as possible. This means that your bird’s living area should not contain poisonous plants, the use of any kind of toxic chemicals, devices which give off too much heat or cold air, and that your bird is not left unsupervised with other pets or small children. When you assess your bird’s environment to be sure of its safety, you will not only be improving his living space, you will also be helping him to live longer and healthier.

Second, taking your bird’s general everyday care seriously will also help to keep him in the best of health, the happiest mood, and increase his longevity. Although birds are very low-maintenance pets, you cannot afford to approach his care in a haphazard manner. While taking good care of him promotes good health, being consistent about it is equally important. For example, you already know that your bird needs a healthy diet. While giving him the diet he requires for good health is necessary, it is just as necessary to be sure that you feed him the correct amount, making sure that he does not run out of food and fresh water, and do this on a regular basis.

Your pet bird’s need for exercise and play is a wonderful factor in his disposition and his relationship with you, but it is also necessary for his health and longevity. He needs to be able to stretch his wings, fly freely, and gain the benefits of clean air outside his cage on a regular basis. When you are consistent in providing him with these opportunities to exercise and play, you will be increasing his overall health and promoting his longevity.

You may not have thought about it this way, but the care and concern you show to your pet is beneficial to his health. Just like any other pet, or even humans, knowing that he is truly loved and cared about is as important for his physical health as it is to his relationship with you.

A bird who is neglected, even if it is only because you are very busy and cannot find enough free time to spend with him, will lose his sense of overall well-being. He will not be as vibrantly healthy, strong, and carefree, as the bird who has learned that you value him and your time with him.

No matter how hectic your everyday life may be, giving time to your bird each day will do wonders to keep him in good health and help him to live longer.

If you think about it, you are putting an emotional investment into your new pet. You will grow to love him very quickly once he has been made a part of your home and family. When you make your new pet a part of your life, you want to do whatever it takes to keep him in the best of health, the happiest of spirits, and provide him with the chance to have a long life.

Fortunately, it is not difficult to do this for your new little friend. All it really takes is being dedicated to taking good care of him, knowing what you can expect, being prepared for a rare emergency, and, above all, thoroughly enjoying every minute of the time you spend with him. When you keep these few points in mind, you will have a pet whom you will treasure for a long, long time.

Making Your New Pet Bird a Member of Your Family!

One of the nicest aspects of owning any pet is that in the best of circumstances he soon becomes like a member of your own family. No matter what your family’s composition may be, there are some ways to make this transition easier and quicker for both your pet and your family alike. In no time at all, you will all wonder how you ever managed without him!

A great start in making your new pet bird a member of your family is to prepare your entire family for his arrival. Whether you have youngsters or teenagers at home, or elderly family members, letting each person participate in welcoming your new little friend can be an exciting experience for everyone.

Your children and teens will love to learn all about the new addition. You can begin to spark their interest by helping them to learn all of the fascinating facts about birds. Everything from looking through pictures in books and magazines to visiting all of the different kinds of birds at the zoo can peak their interest in this wonderful species.

Depending upon the ages and personalities of your children, you can further their anticipation about your new pet bird by including them in your plans. When they know that their help is valued, they will look forward to your bird even more. Perhaps your child can offer his opinion on the perfect name for your bird, or help you to select special toys for him at the pet shop.

Even the youngest children will be thrilled to participate in caring for your new bird. Whether you assign a simple task to a small child, such as checking every day to be sure the bird has a fresh supply of water, or have an older child who would like hands-on play with your bird, there is a dual-benefit to this. First, your youngster will quickly learn to love your pet even more when he is able to take an active role in his care. Second, you will be teaching him good habits for responsible pet care that will stay with him throughout his life.

Elderly persons are often especially fond of birds. Not only are birds beautiful, melodious, and fun, but they are delightful company. You may be surprised at how quickly Grandma or Grandpa falls in love with your new arrival. There is simply some kind of magic in these lovely little pets that brightens the mood of nearly every elderly person. Even the senior citizen who does not take well to overly-active or noisy pets will surely love your new bird.

Making your new pet bird a member of your family means making your family feel at ease with him, and him feeling at home. No matter what the size of your home may be, both your new pet and your family will benefit if you allot a specific space just for him.

Although it is usually not best to keep a bird in a room by himself, as he thrives on interaction with his owners, it is important to make sure there is plenty of room for his cage and plenty of allowances made for bird seed which will spill underneath his cage. When you keep these points in mind, it will go a long way toward ensuring your bird’s comfort, as well as your family being comfortable with him.

Making your bird comfortable in his new surroundings only takes a little basic effort on your part. It is a good idea to check the area where you plan to keep his cage before you bring him home. If the room is free from drafts, cold air, and strong heat, he will not only be much more comfortable, but also healthier. If it is possible to keep the room at a relatively consistent temperature, this is better for both his health and his mood.

A room which is free from unnecessary noise is a good choice for your new pet bird. Sudden noises can startle him, and may even cause him to become nervous and ill-tempered. As your bird needs restful sleep as much as you do, making sure that the room is reasonably quiet for his sleep time will also lead to good health and a pleasant disposition.

In addition to all of these factors, encouraging everyone in your family to spend time with your bird will increase their love of your new pet and your bird’s love for them. While you may not have thought of this in terms of bonding, you will when you see the results. Everyone in your home will grow attached to your bird, and appreciate him as a unique member of your family. Your bird, in turn, will very quickly see that he belongs to you!

Petbird Care and Feeding Basics

Although every breed of bird comes with its own individual needs, there are some basics which you can apply to your new bird regardless of his particular breed.

First, feeding your new bird does not have to be complicated if you know what is available and adjust it to your own bird’s preferences. Similar to any other kind of pet, he may express different tastes, likes, and dislikes. It is not harmful to indulge a picky eater, as long as the food he is given supplies the balanced nutrition he needs for good health.

There are three general types of diets for pet birds.
The most basic form of diet is a diet which consists of only seeds. While your new bird can manage quite well on a seed diet, for his optimum health it is a good idea to also give him vitamin supplements. A seed-based diet can be enriched by providing him with a nice variety of healthy fruits and vegetables. Many birds love berries, grapes, and carrots; and they are as healthy for him as he love to eat them.

Bird feed mixes are an easy way to ensure that your bird has a healthy diet. Each type of mix that you can purchase has been specially made for particular breeds of birds. When you buy a bird feed mix, you will know that he is getting the food that is right for him.

Although it lacks variety, a formulated diet can provide your bird with everything he needs. These diets are specifically tailored to fulfill your bird’s nutritional requirements. If you decide to use a formulated diet, it is the easiest way for your bird to get everything his body needs to stay in prime condition.

Selecting the diet that is best for your bird and easiest for you is one of the most important parts of the care and feeding of your bird. However, there are other factors in keeping him healthy and in the best spirits. All birds should have a supply of fresh water available to them at all times. When you accommodate your bird’s need for consistent, fresh drinking water, it will aid in his digestion and promote overall good health.

Some breeds of birds also require a consistent supply of grit for proper digestion. The reason for this is some birds do not shell their seeds while they are eating, and consume the shells also. The grit is necessary for helping the shells to disintegrate. While grit can be a healthy addition to most birds’ diets, it is essential for those who are in this category.

Your bird’s care and feeding basics include much more than his daily diet. The good news is that taking care of your bird is not difficult, and the time you put into it is as much fun for you as it is for him.

Your new bird is no different from any other living being in that he requires proper exercise in order to stay healthy. It will also serve to keep him in good spirits. If he is your very first bird, you may be surprised at the variations and effects exercise can have for him.

Similar to any other kind of pet, you will surely be amazed to see that he has his own individual preferences. One bird may prefer to exercise by flying around the room every day, taking in the sights, and making a show of his wing span, while another may delight in performing little gymnastic-like routines in his own cage.

Some birds love the freedom of being outside their cages, while others do not like it at all. His own unique personality is the key. After you have had him for only a short while, it should be easy for you to see what kind of exercise he likes the most. When you cater to his personal preferences, the result will be a healthier, happier bird.

When you have a new bird in your home, you will be pleased to see that it is not all about work and little play. In fact, playtime can be one of the highlights of owning a bird. It is during playtime that you begin to see him as your delightful little friend and your favorite companion.

If you have never owned a bird before, you might not know what to do or what to expect from playtime. Having a few ideas in hand, and taking the cue from your bird himself, is a great way to start.

One playtime activity which most birds love is the bath. It is suitable for all birds of bird, and they all tend to love it equally well. Depending upon such factors as the size of your bird and the space which you have available in your home, you have a number of options from which you can choose. He can bathe and play in your regular bathtub, in your sink, or in a special indoor bird bath made especially for him. Regardless of the specific method you choose, your bird is sure to choose it as one of his best-loved activities.

Playtime for your new bird should also include some toys. The best way to go about this is to purchase toys solely for his use. Ladders, swings, bells, and balls, are amongst the kinds of toys which are favored by most birds. In addition, when you supply him with toys of his own, you will find it much easier to train him to not grab or chew on objects which he should not be playing with, such as household items and items that belong to you.

Caring for your pet bird includes protecting him from harm and danger. While birds are generally quite strong and resilient, this is still an important factor in keeping him safe and healthy. For example, if you have small children in your home, they must be taught to not annoy or provoke him. Poking him through his cage, making unnecessary loud noises, or taking him out of his cage without an adult’s permission and supervision, should be clearly avoided.

If you have other pets in your home, your bird must be protected from them as well. While in some cases cats and dogs can be trained to coexist nicely with a bird, it is unwise to allow any unsupervised interaction, or to have the bird cage in a place that is easily accessible to them.

There are many common household plants which are deadly to birds. In order to ensure the safety of your pet, it is best to not have them near your bird’s cage or in a room where you allow him to fly freely.

Basic common sense goes a long way in helping your bird to be safe. For example, making sure all of your windows and doors are closed, and that there are no fans operating in the room, can prevent unnecessary disaster when your pet is let out of his cage. A room that has been checked for its safety features prior to allowing your bird’s freedom makes his exercise and play a fun, beneficial experience.

Your new pet bird can be the delight of your life! A little attention to the basics of his everyday care will make owning your new bird an enriching, positive experience.

What You Should Know About Your Bird

One mistake which many people make when they decide to purchase a new pet is to make a quick purchase without knowing much about the kind of pet they are adding to their home. This can lead to a number of unnecessary problems and unnecessary disappointment. They may find that they do not know how to properly take care of the pet, that it is much more time-consuming than they had expected, or that the pet they believed would be lots of fun was troublesome and annoying. They may even decide that they really do not want the pet at all.

Fortunately, this does not need to happen to you. If you are willing to spend just a little time learning about the pet you have chosen before you purchase it and take it home, you can easily avoid any unnecessary problems and disappointment. Your new pet-- and living with him-- will be a great experience!

Although the details will be addressed in an upcoming chapter, one of the most important things you need to know in advance is the upkeep which your new bird will need. This includes such factors as when, what, and how often he will need to be fed and watered, special products he will need in order to stay in excellent health, and the amount of exercise he will require. If this is to be your first pet bird, knowing all of this in advance can prevent worry and stress, and help your bird to lead a long, healthy life.

The more you know about the specific type of bird you have selected, this also will go a long way toward the happiest life for him and the most enjoyment for you. A good start would be to consult with the owner of your pet shop, or check into resources at your local library. You can learn about the bird’s personality style and traits, what he is capable of learning and doing, and any particular needs that he might have.

While you might be tempted to think that all birds are basically the same, this is not necessarily the case. Learning as much as you can about the specific breed you want to buy is not only informative, but will also show you how very special your new pet really is. You will surely appreciate his uniqueness!

When you have all of this information in hand, you will be better equipped to know what to expect from your new pet, how to deal with him effectively, and how to provide the type of care to keep him in the best condition and the brightest mood.. It is likely that you will also find learning all about your particular breed of bird is a fun experience in itself!

It is also a good idea for you to know what kinds of health issues you may need to deal with in your new pet bird, as well as his expected lifespan. Although pet birds are usually quite healthy and resilient, and require very little maintenance to stay in excellent condition, knowing these facts can help you to recognize health problems if they do occur. You will know if he needs to be treated by your veterinarian, or if there is a minor problem which you can easily take care of yourself.

There are two very important benefits to having this information. First, you will be prepared for any sudden emergencies which require immediate attention; and second, owning and caring for your new bird will be free of unnecessary worry.

One way to look at it is that if you were preparing to bring your first child home with you, you would want to learn everything there is to know before taking that important step. You can think of your new pet bird in a similar fashion. The more you know, the more prepared you will be to fully enjoy every minute of your life with the brand-new addition to your family. When you are better-equipped for his everyday care as well as any unforeseen emergencies, this will in turn give you more time to have fun with him! When it comes down to it, getting the most out of owning your new pet is the whole idea. You can relax, play, and love him!