By Don J. Harris,DVM
Exotic birds can be delightful pets—just ask any of the millions of companion bird owners throughout the world who enjoy a rewarding and satisfying relationship with their feathered friends. Creat...
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This collection of articles written by industry experts in animal health and animal behavior will give you information that can help you care for your pet. The information and views expressed in these articles are not necessarily endorsed by ZuPreem but are meant to stimulate discussion and provide education for our readers. Pet owners should not rely on this information to diagnose or treat their pets and should seek advice from qualified medical professionals.
By Don J. Harris,DVM
Exotic birds can be delightful pets—just ask any of the millions of companion bird owners throughout the world who enjoy a rewarding and satisfying relationship with their feathered friends. Creat...
By Don J. Harris,DVM
Birds in the wild instinctively hide illness in an attempt to avoid predators who prey on sick or injured birds. Pet birds are also just as effective in hiding illness as their wild counterparts, and it...
By Don J. Harris,DVM
Exotic birds can be delightful pets—just ask any of the millions of companion bird owners throughout the world who enjoy a rewarding and satisfyin...
By Don J. Harris,DVM
Birds in the wild instinctively hide illness in an attempt to avoid predators who prey on sick or injured birds. Pet birds are also just as effective in...
By Liz Wilson,CVT
In the wild, a parrot's territorial instinct is extremely strong, because he must protect his territory from invasion. You may also see this territoriality...
By Don J. Harris,DVM
One of the first responsibilities you have as a pet owner is obtaining quality medical care for your bird. The process of finding a qualified veterinari...
By ZuPreem Staff
What's the best diet for your bird?
The best diet for your bird is one that provides a reliable consistent source of balanced nutrition. It’s a...
By ZuPreem Staff
For years, companion birds have been fed a diet comprised primarily of seeds. However, new research shows a diet with a high percentage of seeds does no...
By Liz Wilson,CVT
Nurturing guidance is a training concept developed by Sally Blanchard, and it is critical to enjoying cohabitation with a parrot. Without it, a parrot is o...
By Don J. Harris,DVM
All too often a bird owner with a recently purchased bird either does not take the bird to a veterinarian for examination, or if they do, the most impor...
By Don J. Harris,DVM
Purchasing a new bird is an act that requires much forethought and planning. Some potential bird owners research a new car purchase with far more diligence than they do a ...
By ZuPreem Staff
Obesity is a common condition in companion birds and occurs when they consume more calories than they can expend over an extended period of time. Lack o...