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Budgie care: cage, companions, diet and daily flyingA budgie is a small pet with big needs. The right cage size, why it shouldn't live alone, pellets instead of seeds, and why flying every day matters.6 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

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Hidden household dangers for birds: nonstick pans, sprays, open windows and moreBirds have a very sensitive respiratory system. Even the odorless fumes from an overheated nonstick pan can be deadly. The fumes, metals, plants and flying hazards that threaten birds at home.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

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Foods that are harmful to birds: from avocado to chocolate, what not to share from your plateA bite you offer your bird at the breakfast table could be dangerous. Why are avocado, onions, garlic, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol and salty foods off-limits? Plus the vegetables and fruits you can safely give.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

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Canary care: song, cage, diet and a healthy lifeCanaries are among the most popular cage birds in Turkey. Which ones sing, what kind of cage do they need, seeds or pellets, and why do regular vet checkups matter?6 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

Where should a bird cage go? 8 rules for the right spotWhere you put the cage has a direct effect on your bird's safety and peace of mind. Why not the kitchen, why keep it away from drafts and radiators, and why should the back of the cage be against a wall?5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

Bonding with your bird: hand taming and the "step up" cue, step by stepYour bird won't land on your hand in a single day, but with patience, rewards and moving at its pace, it will. When to start, how long sessions should last, and what to avoid.6 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

Toys and enrichment for birds: rescue the cage from boredomIn the wild, birds spend most of their day looking for food. At home, foraging games, chew toys, climbing spaces and a misting bath enrich your bird's life too.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

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Cockatiel care: companionship, cage, daily flight and a healthy dietCockatiels are long-lived companions loved for their whistles and crests. Why shouldn't they live alone, what kind of cage do they need, why should they fly every day, and what belongs in their bowl?8 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

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Lovebird care: a pair or a single bird, the cage, chewing and dietLovebirds are small, energetic birds that are deeply attached to their partners. Why are they usually kept in pairs, which species shouldn't be housed together, what kind of cage do they need, and what belongs in their bowl?7 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

How much do birds sleep? Darkness, quiet and the right light scheduleFor a pet bird, a good night's sleep matters as much as a good day. How many hours of darkness does it need, is a cage cover enough, what is a separate sleeping cage for, and what should you do if your bird panics at night?7 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

Bird baths: a water dish, a mister or wet leaves, and a bathing habit for healthy feathersBathing is a natural habit that encourages a bird to care for its feathers. Which birds prefer a shallow dish and which a mister, what should the water be like, why shouldn't you use soap, and how can you tell whether your bird enjoys its bath?6 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

Helping garden and balcony birds in winter: food, water and clean feedersOn cold days, a feeder and a dish of clean water can make a big difference to wild birds. Based on the RSPB's advice updated in 2026: when and what to feed, where to hang a feeder, how to clean it, and what to do when the water freezes.8 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

Cleaning a bird cage: what to do every day, when to deep clean, and which cleaners are safeA clean cage is the foundation of a healthy life for your bird. A five-minute daily routine, a weekly deep clean, the right liner and bowls, and how to protect your bird's sensitive airways while you clean.5 min read · Last checked: October 28, 2026Read →

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Taking your bird to the vet: carrier training and a calm journeyMost birds see their carrier for the first time on the morning of a vet visit, and they're frightened. Which carrier to choose, how to get your bird used to it over a few days, and what to watch for in the car and the waiting room.5 min read · Last checked: October 28, 2026Read →

Nest boxes for wild birds: hole size, direction, height and when to cleanAs tree holes and gaps under roofs disappear, tits and sparrows struggle to find places to nest. Based on advice from the BTO and the RSPB: which hole for which bird, where and which way to put the box up, and when and how to clean it.6 min read · Last checked: October 28, 2026Read →

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