The question we should always keep in mind when addressing problematic behaviours is: "What can our bird do instead?"  When we focus on...

Seeking professional help from an avian behaviour consultant is important but many parrot owners only consider it a last resort.

Breeders and handraisers have developed various methods to help birds adjust to their new environments and bond with their caregivers

Parrots, as prey species, possess a natural inclination to approach new stimuli cautiously. However, individuals experiencing neophobia...

Parrots, known for their extended lifespans, might encounter the need for prescribed medication from a vet at some point in their lives....

In the wild parrots choose trees for a good night's sleep. Parrots have strong and dexterous feet, with two toes pointing forward and two...

Written by Lee Stone, CPDT-KA, FFCP. This article first appeared in the Parrot Society of Australia's Parrot News Magazine. It happens to...

This article first appeared in the Parrot Society of Australia's 'Parrot News' Magazine in 2021. Written by: Lee Stone, CPDT-KA, FFCP...

This article first appeared in 'Parrot News' the Parrot Society Of Australia magazine in the May - June 2021 edition. All photos included...

March 2022 • Volume 17 A Parrot's Life Newsletter GIVEAWAY ALERT!! We are giving away one FREE spot in our upcoming Parrot Training...

This article originally appeared in the Parrot Society of Australia's 'Parrot News Magazine' Sept-Oct 2020 Edition. It isn’t uncommon to...

ENRICHMENT INSPO - Stuffed Capsicums!! If you don't mind a little bit of waste and mess occasionally, stuffed capsicums are a super fun...

ENRICHMENT INSPO - Reuse + Recycle paper grocery bags! If you are like us you end up with a lot of grocery bags stashed in the cupboard!...

A common complaint amongst companion bird owners is the mess! Between enclosure cleaning, poop, feathers and food waste, there is...

ENRICHMENT INSPO - Foraging Introductions! Often people are surprised when we tell them that parrots don't come with the skills to...

Find out how hormone amplification in companion parrots effects behaviour and how to mitigate these issues!

ENRICHMENT INSPO - HOMEMADE PINE CONE FORAGERS If you are like us you're always looking for new ways to encourage your parrot to forage!...

ENRICHMENT INSPO - BAFFLE CAGES! Stainless Steel Baffle Cages are by far one of our favourite 'enrichment / foraging' toys! Not only are...

NEW BLOG POST AVAILABLE NOW! Our newest blog post is now available on our website! The title of the post is "Relationship Games for your...

Written by: Georgia Kerr, MSc Do you and your parrot have a ‘love/hate’ relationship? Perhaps you’ve just acquired them and want to start...