Oct 22

Cockatiels and the host of “mutations” are all pretty much domesticated. They are not really a fussy bird, often playful and expressive. The same holds true when it comes to their cages.

It is preferrable to house Cockatiels in a retangular cage, not in a round one. It is also recommended that cockatiels, although extremely good nature about living quarters, should be be in a cage that they fly in.

Flight allows cockatiels not to be bored. Cockatiel have to fight boredom or they will become depressed. They will experience a loss of appetite if they get to “down”. Some of the symptoms of depression look like symptom of a descease, but keep your bird cheery.

This is part one in the cockatiel management and cockatiel care series of articles, come back tomorrow for more information.

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Sep 5

If you are new bird owner I am going to share with you 3 tips for successfully starting off right with your cockatiel.

Get an examination by an Avian Vet

Within the first 2 weeks of having your cockatiel you should have an experienced vet. A little word of caution here, most veterinarians specialize and the ones who don’t almost specialize by default because most people will bring their dogs and cats to these types of veterinarians. Find a vet that has an area of expertise in birds, also called avian vets.

Quarantine Your New Cockatiel

If you have more than one bird, do not put all the birds together. You need to keep new bird away from the birds that are already in the house. You will also want to put you new cockatiel in a relatively quiet place, loud noises stress cockatiels out.  

Resist the urge to “show off” your new cockatiel. Do not invite a lot of people over to have people look at your new pet. That kind of attention is unwanted by your cockatiel. Wait until your cockatiel is “completely” comfortable in its new surroundings.

Housing Preferences

You may be tempted to get a cage that is ornate or round. This is a big mistake. Studies have shown that cockatiels get nervous when inside a round cage. This hold true for old ornate cages too, most of them are round, but the dangers with these cages are that cockatiels (and any other small birds) may get their head stuck in these cages.

Rectangle cages are the best, the bigger the better. Remember, these are bird and they need to fly. Proper Cockatiel Care starts right from them beginning.

 

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Aug 24
Cockatiel care involves looking for signs that your cockateil may be sick, below you will see a few of the common signs of a sick cockatiel.

Most birds have a natural ability to hide that they are sick, this is a defense mechanism that they need in the wild, cockatiels are no different. A cockatiel can hide a disease from detection  until they have already reached an advanced stage. This means that you need to keep a close eye on your bird. Paying close attention is something you should be doing with your cockatiel anyway, because they thrive with loving attention and by giving your bird this kind of attention might save their life.  

Here are a few signs of a sick cockatiel…

Weight

It might not possible too, but you should try to weigh your bird on a weekly, if not on a daily basis. A sick or weak cockatiel will slowly lose weight and body mass daily when sick, so you’ll easily be able to detect the loss. The loss of weight will tell you that your cockatiel is not eating, a tell tale sign of illness.

Feather Picking

One of the next common signs of a sick cockatiel is feather picking. This can be caused by a parasitic infection or an underlying disease. Sometimes, it’s just the result of behavioral problems. In some cases, it can be a combination of both. The vet will have to rule out disease as the underlying cause.

Vomiting

One of the most clear sign of a sick cockatiel is vomiting. This is a one of the worst symptoms that your bird can develop. It may be a sign that he/she has an infection, blocked bowels, or is suffering from various types of poisoning. You should seek veterinary help as soon as you can if your cockatiel experiences recurring occurrences of vomiting.

Sneezing

Sneezing is a common illness. This is usually caused by a sinus infection. Sinus infections can be due to a lot of reasons, so your veterinarian will have to determine the cause. Possible causing bacterial infections, fungal infections, or causes such as Psittacosis are usually to blame.

Screeching

Watch out for the amount of screeching your cockatiel does, simply gauge it by the “normal” noise level your bird usually makes. Excessive screeching is a clear cut sign that something is wrong. It can be as simple as a behavioral problem, but can be parasites or a disease as well, causing your cockatiel pain.

Hopefully, if you keep an eye on your cockatiel you can have success warding off unwanted illness. For more tip about proper cockatiel care look around this site some more.

More resources can be found below…

Behavior problems

The Right Cockatiel Diet

Cockatiel Handbook

 

 

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Aug 13

    Cockatail Care

If choosing a Cockatiel or cockatail as a pet, you must understand that the inclusive cost of Cockatail care may be tremendous. Even though Cockatiels do not require high maintenance in terms of money, or cost, the owner must be willing to contribute a great deal of time and energy, as well as unlimited individual participation. Though the care of a Cockatiel demands the daily commitment of several hours of affection and undivided attention, you will reap the rewards through the satisfaction returned to you tenfold. 

One of the foremost paths to excellent Cockatail care is to provide your pet with the most appropriate conditions and environment possible. The pet’s cage is a good spot to start. Maintaining a clean cage and surroundings is an important requirement. Newspaper is the perfect choice of covering for the base of the cage since it can be easily cleaned of any wasted food, excess feather dust from your pet, and bird droppings.

Cleaning the cage frequently, as well as all accessories, using natural cleansing solutions that contain no chemicals or fumes, is an excellent procedure to follow. Performing this ritual will give your Cockatiel an environment that is clean and well maintained, and in addition, it will assist in the prevention of sickness.

Finding a good location for the cage, preferably an extremely quiet and cozy portion of the residence, is another factor that contributes to good Cockatiel care.  This simple act will reduce stress in your pet that can be initiated by disturbing sounds,Th drafts, and sudden movements.

Appropriate Cockatiel Care, it is important to provide good energetic, as well as mental, exercise. The bird should not be allowed to stay inside the cage for lengthy periods of time. You should allow a short exercise schedule regularly, preferably on a daily basis, permitting your pet to research his surroundings and run free. Because Cockatiels possess natural intelligence, it is urgent that you use stimulation expressing fondness towards them, as this makes them candidates for a companion that exhibits good health and happiness.

Good diet regulation is also among the advice that should be followed to ensure suitable care for Cockatiels. In order to flourish and remain healthy, your feathered friend needs more than pellet based food, such as a consistent diet of greens, vegetables, fresh fruits that have been chopped, seeds, and even eggs and other nutritious table foods.

Also contained in the program to ascertain proper care for Cockatiels is the practice of good hygiene. Try to keep the feathers on the bird’s wings clean, as well as clipped, constantlyconsistently, and  provide bathing occasions as frequently as possible.

Notice the Cockatiel on his head!! lol

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