by Red Arnold | Jul 3, 2017 | Friendly Advice, So... You Want A Bird...
Animals are domesticated but they still have instincts. Dogs can be trained, cats for the most part cannot. Small yip-yip dogs (puntables as a buddy of mine calls them) are usually no problem. Bigger dogs most times are friendly to the bird because it recognizes it as...
by Red Arnold | Jul 3, 2017 | Friendly Advice, So... You Want A Bird...
Also, have a link established with your local avian vet as they are usually a lot less expensive than a 24 hour vet. An introductory exam will probably be only about $20-$40 and you’ll at least be able to gauge whether or not you and the vet click. Whether they’re...
by Red Arnold | Jul 3, 2017 | Before You Buy, So... You Want A Bird...
ALWAYS have a 24 hour certified avian vet at the ready that you’ve established a link with just in case. Even if it’s a 4 hour drive one way, it’s better than waiting til morning or waiting for Monday. Like most other unfortunate accidents or events, birds, like kids,...
by Red Arnold | Jul 3, 2017 | Before You Buy, So... You Want A Bird...
Back to the bird basics: Basically the rule/comparison for both bird decisions and bird behavior is that you’re dealing with a feathered toddler. Any decision you make, make it in a “would I do this with regards to myself or my child?” Be it space to live/cage size,...
by Red Arnold | Jul 3, 2017 | Bird Safety, Emergencies
