Birds

 Types of Birds For Pets

1.Parakeet

Parakeets are friendly, intelligent birds that can be hand-tamed easily. 

Parakeets can be raised alone, in pairs, or in groups. Although social, parakeets require careful consideration before being housed together. Multiple parakeets should never be placed in the same habitat before they’ve been properly introduced. Introductions should be done slowly, held in neutral territory, and closely supervised

Average Lifespan :- 10-12 Years

Average Adult Size :- 7" long, From head to end of tail

Diet :- Grain Eaters

Annual Care

Every year, parakeets should see a veterinarian with experience working with birds for a physical exam.
Annual diagnostic tests are not common for parakeets, although various samples may be collected if needed. During an exam, it’s always best to bring along a fecal sample from their enclosure in case your veterinarian would like to inspect or test it.

Signs of a Healthy Parakeet

• Ideal body condition
• Smooth, brightly coloured feathers
• Clear and bright eyes
• Nares (nostrils) with no discharge or discoloration
• Smooth healthy skin
• Clean vent
• Formed droppings that are a green-brown colour with a small amount of white

2. Cockatiels

Cockatiels are intelligent, social, and affectionate birds, making them excellent pets for most households.
Cockatiels have sensitive respiratory systems and should be kept away from products that potentially emit toxic fumes, such as appliances with nonstick coating, candles, air fresheners, and aerosol sprays.

Average Life Span :-  Up to 25 years with proper care
Average adult Size :-  11-14 inches, from head to end of tail
Diet :-  Grain eaters

Annual Care

Cockatiels should be seen by a veterinarian once annually. A transport carrier or cage should be used

Signs of a Healthy Cockatiel

• Clean, clear, bright eyes
• Clean nostrils
• Symmetrical, intact beak
• Intact, clean feathers
  
• Clean feet with strong and equal grip
• Clean vent/cloaca
• Full, equal range of motion of wings
• Consistent droppings

3. Lovebird.

Lovebirds are a group of small parrots named for their ability to form lifelong bonds, and they’re available in a wide array of patterns and colours. Some lovebird breeds have prominent eye rings, while others do not. Lovebirds are not known for their talking abilities, but they still sing, whistle, and chirp! Generally, lovebirds kept in pairs or small groups are chattier than birds housed alone. This is because lovebirds use their sounds to communicate with each other.

Average Lifespan :- 15+ years with proper care

Average Adult Size :- 5-7 inches long, from head to end of tail

Diet :- Grain eater

Annual Care

Lovebirds should be seen by a veterinarian once annually. A transport carrier or cage should be used  The carrier may be covered for protection and stress relief as needed.

Signs of a Healthy Lovebird

• Bright, social attitude with regular vocalizations
• Clean, clear, bright eyes
• Clean nostrils
• A symmetrical, intact beak that closes appropriately
• Intact, clean, bright feathers
  
• Clean, smooth feet
• Full and equal range of motion of wings

4.Canary

Native to the Canary Islands near northwestern Africa, there are over 200 known breeds of canaries that differ in colour, size, and singing varieties. This care sheet outlines basic care needs for a variety of canary species, including: 

• Yellow canaries 
• Red-factor canaries 
• Variegated canaries 

While canaries can be hand-tamed with time and patience, they generally do not enjoy heavy handling in the way parrots, like budgies, do. 

Average Lifespan :-  Up to 10+ Years with proper care

Average Adult Size :-  3-4 inches long, head to end of tail

Diet :-  Grain eaters

Annual Care

Canaries need to be examined by a veterinarian once annually.
Transport cages are available that limit space for flying or falling to prevent injury. Transport enclosures should also be protected from the elements or large temperature changes in travel.

Signs of a Healthy Canary

• Clean, clear, bright eyes
• Clean beak
• Clear nostrils
• Pink gums
• Clean, smooth, intact feathers
• Feet with intact skin and no bumps
• Trim nails
• Strong appetite