Last update for this post: 24/12/2024 (as of this update, H5N1 is not yet in Australia) What is avian influenza? The avian influenza...

Excessive egg laying is a common condition in pet parrots, particularly with cockatiels. Laying eggs is not a problem, but when a bird is...

PTFE and/or PFOA (E.g. Teflon) Birds are susceptible to PTFE toxicosis from overheated cookware or microwavable items that are heated at...

Birds use their beak to eat, climb, chew, balance, preen and carry small objects. It is an important part of their anatomy, and taking caref

The best diet for finches includes finch seed, pellets and vegetables, and small amounts of fruit or nuts as a treat.

The best diet for a pigeon includes pellets, vegetables, whole grain and a small amount of seed, fruit and insects.

Cockatoos can include: Galahs, Black Cockatoos, Sulphur Crested, Gang-Gang, Pink Cockatoos & Corellas, A common mistake in caring for...

A common mistake in caring for cockatiels is to feed too much dry seed. Dry seed alone is very high in fat while being low in protein...

A common mistake in caring for Eclectus parrots is to feed too much dry seed. Dry seed alone is very high in fat while being low in...

A budgerigar kept entirely on dry seed can end up with multiple problems such as poor feathering, respiratory disease, fatty liver and diabe

In the wild, rainbow lorikeets feed on nectars and pollen from flowering plants. It would be impossible to provide this diet to a...

Amazons, Macaws, Quakers & Conures are South American Parrots A common mistake in caring for South American parrots is to feed too much...

Across the board the most common nutritional problem that we see at MBVC is birds being fed all seed diets. This can be harmful in itself...

Alexandrines, Indian Ringnecks, Malabars & Mustache Parrots are all Asian Parrots A common mistake in caring for Asian parrots is to feed...

Instructional Videos on how to give medications to your pet bird

Toxicity from heavy metals can occur when birds ingest substances that contain lead, or high amounts of zinc or copper.

Chickens are very intelligent and busy birds. A good diet and regular health checks are crucial to having a happy, healthy flock.