Can Parrots Eat Olives? (Answered!)

(Arguably) the most delightful pizza topping and the most welcomed snack in our culture. Olives have been providing our countries with delight since their origin in Medieval Italy. For a food that has been considered so high in Vitamins and anti-oxidants, it wouldn’t be unreasonable for us to assume that feeding our pet parrot some … Read more

What Do Parakeets Eat?

What you feed your birds is critical to ensuring they are healthy and happy. A pellet-based diet is recommended as the predominant meal for nearly all birds kept as pets, but most birds require much more beyond pellets. I often get asked what to feed birds and wanted to explore that question, starting with parakeets. … Read more

Can Parrots Eat Dragon Fruit?

Can Parrots Eat Dragon Fruit?

When it comes to exotic fruits… it does not get much more extreme than Dragon fruit, Pitaya, or the less creative name: Strawberry pear. The bright red skin with dazzling green scales allow it to resemble the mythical dragon creature. Native to Mexico and South America, it is now grown all over the world. With … Read more

Can Parrots Eat Pumpkin?

The changing color of the leaves on trees signals the end of summer and the start of the autumn season. Certain foods also become more apparent in our grocery stores, cafes, and even TV commercials. One that I see constantly during this time of year is the pumpkin. When I saw this fruit at my … Read more

Can Parrots Eat Green Beans? (Answered!)

Can Parrots Eat Green Beans?

As fall begins and summer is winding down to an end, you may be enjoying the last fresh vegetables available at locally grown farmer’s markets. One of the vegetables that always seems available at farmer’s markets and is usually enjoyed over the summer is green beans. Though you can still purchase green beans year-round, there … Read more

Can Cockatiels Eat Blackberries?

Can Cockatiels Eat Blackberries?

Recently, my apartment began to feel quite lonely and I decided to look into getting a pet. My apartment is rather small and I have a bit of a busy lifestyle, so I didn’t think that I was best suited for a dog. However, I still loved the idea of teaching my new friend some … Read more