Morris Animal Foundation Cancer Prevention Tips— They Need to Add 3 More . The email from the Morris Animal Foundation that I received this morning shed light on the fact that cancer is the leading cause of death in companion animals, with the primary focus on dogs and cats. . While I have only encountered…
Can rosehips be fed to parrots? Rosehips are edible and safe for parrots, and they have incredible healthful benefits for both birds (parrots and finches) and people. This is why Leslie has made rosehips a diet essential, and a part of her ‘Balanced Food Plan for Parrots’. Leslie covers this topic is detail in her…
What Commonly Fed Foods Should Not be Fed to Birds? Red palm oil, dog and cat food, all parrot pellets, all synthetic bird vitamins, all food colorings, all non-organic foods, all dried (freeze dried, dehydrated foods), and all foods high in omega-6 essential fatty acids. . The foods listed in this article are commonly fed…
What commonly fed foods should never be given to parrots? Red palm oil, dog and cat food, all parrot pellets, all synthetic bird vitamins, all food colorings, all non-organic foods, all dried (freeze dried, dehydrated foods), and all foods high in omega-6 essential fatty acids. Never feed these foods to parrots – as you will…
Can Parrots Eat Carrots? Yes, carrots are a healthy vegetable for parrots. They contain vitamin C, carotenoids, and a variety of antioxidants. Each different color of carrot contains different antioxidants, and the way a carrot is prepared affects the amount of each nutrient present. . To learn all the details and several carrot recipes for…
Balanced Food Plan for Parrots (larger than 50 grams) from Feeding your Birds the Ideal Combination of Wholesome, Real, Foods . This balanced food plan provides all the nutrients a parrot or finch needs from only whole, real foods. No supplements are required, and are best avoided. Our trials have seen great results in parrots with…
The New Movement to Feed Pet Birds Whole Foods STORY AT-A-GLANCE Leslie Moran, a holistic animal nutrition and care consultant, is passionate about ending avian malnutrition in exotic birds, parrots and finches. She was given a ‘Healthy Pets Animal Game Changer Award’ for the work she’s doing to teach bird lovers how to feed species-appropriate,…
Meet the Parrot On Our Label: Rainbow, a male Crimson-winged parrot, and one of our original members of the Healthy Bird Project. Rainbow taught me the truth about feeding raw spinach to parrots. Until the Healthy Bird Project has its own website, we will make posts here. The Healthy Bird Project uses HUMANE research practices…
When the safety of your feathered and furry animals is at risk, it’s essential to get accurate information. The information on this page is directly from a recent release from the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) that discusses Covid-19 and pets. The link to the full PRESS RELEASE is at the end of this article.…
The Foundation of Life Every living organism is composed of protein. Complete protein forms the structural basis of life. Every cell in the avian body, contains protein. Proteins are the primary building blocks for muscles, blood, skin, feathers, nails and vital internal organs. They are essential for proper growth and development. Proteins fuel the body’s…
Did you know that diet can affect an animal’s behavior? Have you considered that emotions and behavior can influence health and illness? There are as many different definitions describing holistic health care as there are people embracing its restorative manner. To me, utilizing a holistic approach involves recognizing that our animal companions are holistic…
Numerous diseases, degenerative conditions and even the aging process itself, have been linked to free-radical damage. A free-radical is a highly reactive molecule that can bind to and destroy other molecules. Also known as oxidative damage, free-radical damage can cause irreversible damage to body cells and physiological processes. Feeding your parrots a “Balanced Exotic Avian…
