Parakeet vs. lovebird is a question people deciding to get a small bird should ask themselves. It is a good question because, while similar, they do have some crucial differences. What is a Parakeet? According to LafeberVet, parakeets are a type of small long-tailed parrot. Most pet parakeets are from the budgerigar parakeet species. These birds, … Read more
“Watermelon sugar high!” If the song hasn’t been stuck in your head since the first time you heard it you are one of the lucky ones! Every time it comes on I start craving that perfect summer fruit. It also got me wondering about whether parakeets can eat watermelon? So I decided to investigate before … Read more
If you’re new to the world of parakeets, you may be wondering what that white canoe-shaped thing is in your fellow parakeet lover’s cages. Cuttlebone is a common addition to the lives of pet parakeets and can give them many health benefits. But do they really need it? The answer is, yes, parakeets should have … Read more
As a loving pet owner, you notice every little change your parakeet exhibits. Whenever you notice something different you want to make sure you know what’s going on with your pet. Learning why your bird exhibits certain behavior helps you understand and help your pet. Oftentimes you may notice your parakeet trembling. You might become … Read more
Cleaning up after pets is a never-ending job. You may have noticed when cleaning your home how much hair your dog or cat sheds throughout the week. Parakeets make wonderful companions and require far less clean-up than other pets. But just how often do parakeets shed their feathers? Well, all birds go through a process … Read more
Are you thinking about breeding your own parakeets? If so, get ready to embark on an exciting adventure. If you love parakeets then it is a natural next step to consider parakeet mating. Anyone considering breeding birds will have many questions, including what to expect from the breeding timeline and egg laying process. I have … Read more