How can I control egg laying in my parrots?
Although aviculturists want their birds to lay eggs, pet bird owners face a dilemma that is the exact opposite –...
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How should I groom my bird?
Many bird owners like to groom their birds, i.e., trim their wings, nails, and beaks. This has to be done... -
How do I bond with my companion bird?
One of the main reasons for having a pet is to bond with them in some fashion. Ideally, birds and... -
How do I socialise my new bird with other birds?
Birds gather together in a flock which serve primarily as a protective unit for the birds. The relationship the birds... -
What should I feed my birds?
Advances in recent years have shown us that feeding an all-seed diet is not just a bad diet, but one... -
Does my bird have external parasites (e.g. lice, mites, ticks, fleas)?
Birds can carry a large number of external parasites (ectoparasites) – fleas, ticks, mites, and lice. This isn’t as common... -
Why do birds chew and pull out their feathers?
Feather damaging behaviour (FDB) is damage to, or destruction of, a bird’s feathering by the birds themselves. It can include... -
Do I need a licence to keep a reptile in Australia?
If you’re thinking of owning a reptile, there are a few things you need to be aware of to ensure... -
Can my reptile make me sick?
Most, if not all, reptiles carry Salmonella bacteria in their intestinal tract and intermittently or continuously shed these bacteria in... -
Should I feed live insects to my reptile?
The potential impacts on both reptiles and insects should be considered when making the difficult choice of whether you should... -
How do I keep my turtle’s tank healthy?
Water quality Turtles live in an aquatic environment. This simple statement reflects the importance of water quality to the health... -
How can I tell if my reptile is sick?
As many of you with reptilian pets would know, they can be challenging to read sometimes! Signs of illness can... -
What sort of enclosure should I provide for my lizard or snake?
Considerations for reptile enclosures include: What sort of reptile am I planning on having? Free range or confined? Construction materials... -
How do I safely handle my reptile?
No form of handling of your reptile should ever be taken lightly, as each restraint has some effect on their... -
How should I care for my reptile?
Are reptiles the right pet for me? Reptiles are fascinating and wonderful animals, but they are not ‘low maintenance’ pets.... -
Are reptiles cold-blooded?
In contrast to birds and mammals, reptiles have evolved as ectotherms – animals who regulate their body temperature to suit... -
Why does my reptile need sunlight?
It is commonly said that pet reptiles should get a few hours (at least) outside in the sun. Artificial lighting... -
How often should I worm my reptiles?
Intestinal parasites can be a serious problem for all reptiles, as they can become infected through contact with other reptiles,... -
How can I keep my reptiles safe from household hazards?
Although it is not always a good idea, some reptile owners allow their reptiles to roam through the house, or... -
Are reptiles the right pet for me?
Although keeping reptiles (such as turtles, lizards, and snakes) is common in many parts of the world, relatively little is...