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The companion bird care guide

Exceptional Care for Exceptional Birds

Practical guidance for creating a safe, enriching home where your companion bird can flourish — from housing and nutrition to lifelong wellness.

An essential foundation

A considered approach to daily care

Good care is built through consistent routines, a well-prepared environment, and attention to the small changes that reveal how a bird is feeling.

The Exotic Bird Shop aviary interior with natural perches
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Care chapter

Housing & Cage Setup

Buy the largest cage your space allows, with horizontal bars for climbing species. Provide at least four perches of varying diameter and natural material — never all-dowel. Position the cage against a wall at chest height so your bird feels secure, out of direct kitchen airflow.

Kai, an African grey parrot, in profile
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Care chapter

Diet & Nutrition

A quality formulated pellet should make up 60–75% of the diet, with fresh chopped vegetables daily and fruit as a limited treat. Never feed avocado, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol, onion or anything cooked in non-stick cookware — PTFE fumes are fatal to birds.

Pistachio, a green-cheek conure, playing
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Care chapter

Enrichment & Training

Parrots need 3–4 hours of out-of-cage stimulation a day. Rotate foraging toys weekly, teach one new behavior a month with positive reinforcement, and never punish — birds do not learn from correction, only from reinforcement.

Sage, a Timneh African grey, during a routine check
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Care chapter

Health & Veterinary Care

Establish a relationship with a certified avian veterinarian before your bird arrives. Schedule a wellness exam within 30 days of delivery, then annually. Weigh your bird weekly on a gram scale; a 10% drop is an emergency.

Mango, a sun conure, bathing
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Care chapter

Lighting, Sleep & Bathing

Birds require 10–12 hours of uninterrupted darkness. Provide full-spectrum lighting for 4–6 hours daily in low-sunlight homes, and offer a shallow bath or mist two to three times a week for feather condition.

A bonded pair of peach-faced lovebirds at home
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Care chapter

Safety at Home

Ceiling fans, open toilets, uncovered windows, scented candles, aerosols and non-stick cookware are the leading household hazards. Bird-proof one dedicated room before the first flight session.

Our care standards

Thoughtful care, from our aviary to your home.

Our preparation centers on the bird's welfare, clear information, and a supported transition into companionship.

Hand-Raised & Socialized

Age-appropriate handling and thoughtful socialization help prepare each companion for home life.

Health Documentation

Applicable health and identification records are organized for eligible birds.

Prepared With Care

Diet, routine, and transition guidance support a more comfortable arrival.

Safe Delivery

Transportation options are carefully coordinated around the bird's welfare and destination.

Common questions

Care, made clearer

A calm, prepared home starts with good questions and guidance you can act on.

Begin your journey

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