CARE OF YOUR NEW BIRD
1, Consistently have new food and water for your bird(s). You ought to change the water every day, as microbes can shape and make the bird debilitated. Additionally, feed every day
2, Offer your birds a few new products of the soil (no avocado-no seeds or pits), Don’t leave them in that frame of mind for more than around 2 hours. They will ruin. NEVER GIVE A BIRD Unhealthy FOOD, CHOCOLATE, CAFFEINE, Pop, OR Liquor.
3, Recently weaned babies keep the roost right close to the food dish. This way it has no other decision except for to stay there and play with the food and eat.
4, Don’t leave your bird in a draft. (EX: before open windows where the breeze might be blowing or where the full sun is on a bird. Or on the other hand before or under the climate control system vent.) This can make a bird sick.
5, It’s a good idea to cover the cage at night. Often birds feel safer and it is a good routine.
6, Bathing: Some birds like to take a bath- often in their water dish. That’s ok!! Make sure that the bird is not under a draft afterward.
7, Don’t EVER leave a bird unattended out of its cage. Birds are like small children. They are curious and sometimes get into mischief. They may wander into houseplants that may be harmful or poisonous. They can drown in a toilet or a sink. They can get stuck in strange places, close doors, or get stepped on or attacked by other animals. Or even chew on things that are harmful…like electrical cords.
8, Unless PROPERLY free flight, trained – Make sure wings are trimmed. Get them checked about once a month. When you bring your bird in please use an appropriate carrier- for the bird’s SAFETY. Often people think it’s a good idea to allow the wings to grow out, but it is not. Even if you have had it for many years- SAFETY is the issue. It is a possibility that the bird could get outside and get away- it will not have the proper survival skills. It can fly around the house and fall into an open toilet, a pot of boiling water, a sliding glass door, or other things that can happen to cause the bird to break its beak, burn, or drown. **Keep E-Cig/ Vapes from birds.
9, The toys are great!! They get bored and need stimulation. Make sure to get your bird the
PROPER species-appropriate toy. Some birds have more powerful beaks than others. If you get a larger bird toy made for a smaller bird, it can damage or chew it. This causes pieces to break off and possibly get ingested or choke a bird.
10, If you are ever concerned about the health of your bird- get the bird checked out by an Avian Vet. Don’t guess, you could be wrong.
11, Always keep your bird’s home CLEAN!!
12, Newly weaned babies should always be observed closely!! You should always make sure that the bird is eating food. This is important because some babies may regress a little when moved and may want to be handfed for security or because they may not have adjusted to the move and a new environment. If for any reason the bird is not eating or begging for hand feed – CALL IMMEDIATELY!!
WE WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR BIRDS THAT ARE NOT PROPERLY TAKEN CARE OF. ANIMALS WILL DIE IF THEY DO NOT EAT. Always make sure your bird is adjusting to its new environment.
BASIC STARTER CHECKLIST FOR YOUR BIRD
| FOOD | CAGE | MILLET | SAFE TOYS |
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| CUTTLEBONE | SEED | PELLETS | MINERAL BLOCK |
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13, FORBIDDEN FOODS
*Uncooked meats may be contaminated with bacteria or salmonella. Meat can be offered as a protein source but it needs to be cooked thoroughly.
*Chocolate contains Theobromine – which is toxic to birds.
*Alcoholic beverages can cause liver damage, drunkenness, and death. Don’t let your bird sample your cocktail.
*Caffeine and chemicals present in coffee, tea, and soft drinks do nothing to enhance a bird’s nutritional well-being and may cause adverse reactions.
*Concentrated sources of sugar or salt are harmful to birds.
*Candies, Anchovies, Olives, iceberg lettuce, fried foods, dairy, salted nuts, buttered/salted popcorn, potato chips, and similar items should be kept away from birds.
*Vitamins intended for human consumption should not be offered to birds.
*Rhubarb and Avocado are poisonous to birds.
14, Although the exact nutritional requirements for pet birds are subject to disagreement, requirements for individual species may differ and nutritional needs may change with the bird’s age or breeding situation. Avian diet recommendations average approximately: 25% to 40% mixed seeds and pellets (some vets recommend a higher % of pellets) and 30%-50% vegetables/fruit, nutritionally dense, not just water-filled fiber. Kale, beets, cooked sweet potatoes, bananas, broccoli, apples, carrots, corn, peas, and lima beans are all good. Peeled mangoes, strawberries, pitted cherries, and small amounts of citrus can also be added. 10% animal protein, such as cooked meat, poultry, eggs, and some dairy products. Protein may also be derived from plant sources such as cooked beans.
10% nuts and table food- such as rice, pasta, toasted bread, or other goodies.
15, Always make sure that the baby containers are cleaned regularly- this will prevent illnesses caused by unsanitary housing conditions.
16, This also applies to cages and aviaries.
17, In the event you have an Avian emergency please refer to an Avian Veterinarian