The Vet Diaries

At some point, you may have come across captivating videos of birds playing and going about their shenanigans without a care of their owners recording them or standing close by. If you’re also a proud bird parent, you might feel disheartened that they’re not as fond of you as you are of them. More specifically, your bird isn’t as comfortable with you as the one in the video is with its owner. While many bird species make popular pets, they are in no way different from wild birds in displaying a skittish and sceptical demeanour towards humans. This is especially true when your bird is store-bought as an adult. Thus it can sometimes prove challenging to break the ice and get your bird to trust you. Worry not - below are some helpful pointers that’ll help you establish a wonderful bond with your adorable critter. 1. A Secure Environment " Your goal is to ensure your bird its new environment is safe and its components, including you, are not a threat. " If y our pet b...

     Cockatiels are recognized for their ability to imitate and whistle beautiful tunes. They are quick learners and often add their own adorable zing to the music, making it even more enjoyable. Teaching your cockatiel to talk and sing is a great way to provide mental stimulation and an opportunity for bonding. Below are easy steps to get your bird to be your own adorable jukebox. Step 1: Make It Comfortable " Ensure before you begin any kind of  training  that your bird is perfectly  accustomed  to its surroundings  and you. " A vital part of any training is your bond with your bird. Unless it is relaxed and not stressed out by your presence, you cannot successfully train it for anything. Ensure before you begin any kind of training that your bird is perfectly accustomed to its surroundings and you. Using a room that it is already familiarized with (such as the room with its enclosure, in case you keep it in your bedroom, etc.) while y...

23 Cockatiels are social, friendly, and intelligent birds, making them popular pets for bird lovers everywhere. However, many proud owners often fall short of meeting their birds' needs owing to a few titbits of information that they're unaware of.  Having cared for a small, growing, and nevertheless mischievous family of cockatiels, I've picked up a few tips on diet, enclosure, and training vital for all cockatiel owners.  I would, however, like to impress upon my readers that the information in this blog article is not from a professional but from years of care, research, and veterinary advice for cockatiels. Introduction Cockatiels (Nymphicus hollandicus) are intelligent, curious, and highly trainable creatures making them easy to tame and inexpensive to care for. They're highly social birds, so it's preferred to keep them with a companion.  With moderate-level intelligence, they can be trained to do ju...