Cockatiels are very intelligent creatures and will entertain you with many years of joy and company if cared for. Pet Cockatiels require some very important daily care rituals that need to be adhered to for the longevity of your cockatiel. Pet Cockatiel Care Basics Have a cage more than big enough…What is the best size ...…
The importance of the right perch for your cockatiels can not be stressed enough. If you have the wrong perches then this can lead to feet and claw injuries. The Perfect Perch This is the only way to best keep your cockatiels feet and claws healthy, by having a varied style and size of perch. ...…
Whether or not you want to hand rear baby cockatiels, you may have no choice if you want them to grow big and strong. Do you have the credentials to hand rear baby cockatiels? In this post we will take a look at what is required to hand raise cockatiels. When You Must Hand Rear ...…
Hi all, It has been a while since my last post and I do appologise for the lack of quality information that I have been unable to update. Things have been hectic in the Birdy house to say the least. We have been away traveling for much of the time and have had a great ...…
Where it Began The cockatiel originally came from Australia and it is the smallest parrot from the cockatoo breed. It is one of the most popular pet birds second only to the budgie. Cockatiels can now be found in many countries around the globe thanks to the breeding that has taken place over many years. ...…
I guess it is about time that we introduce you to our cockatiel family… Our wonderful family started back in 2002 with a little gem that came to us courtesy of friends. We bird sat for a week and after that we didn’t want to give her back. The friends were moving away and decided ...…
Do you have what it takes to become an excellent cockatiel owner? Or are you just not cut out to be a pet cockatiel owner… In this article we will take a closer look at what attributes are required to be a successful cockatiel owner and more importantly what attributes or habits will and should ...…
It is now winter in Australia and our cockatiels are moulting…They are shedding feathers more than usual. The moulting process is very natural and all cockatiels will do it. If your cockatiel does not seem to go through this process or it actually moults to often then you should consider a trip to the vet ...…
This is a simple guide to the various cockatiel traits and behaviour that they demonstrate. It will help you to understand what is the mood and feelings that your cockatiels are displaying. As you spend time with your feathered friend you will begin to notice the different activities and signs, sounds, movements and reactions they ...…
This is our experience with a nesting box set up. We have found it really good. You can set up your nesting box how you find best, it is not the only way to go about it. Please do what is best for you. What Is A Nesting Box? This can be anything that your ...…
