Last but not least,
bird owners need to be prepared for possible injuries to their pet.
The one area where
bird owners need to be especially careful is in the air quality of the home.
To keep their feathered friends entertained and happy,
bird owners need to supply many different types of toys wherever the bird hangs out.
Even pigeon fanciers and experienced
bird owners need to ensure they have the space and time needed to dedicate to these majestic creatures.
Bird owners need to be prepared with the appropriate gear - and vital information - before embarking on trips with their pets.
Bird owners need to be equipped with both the right first - aid tools and an understanding of when and how to use them in order to deal with emergencies quickly and effectively.
Bird owners need to understand the importance of a balanced diet with the appropriate amounts of fat, protein, carbohydrates and nutrients.
Whether giving a bird a vegetable it has not seen before or trying to get a bird to change from a mainly seed mix to a pellet diet,
bird owners need lots of patience.
A parrot can and will literally starve to death if abruptly changed to a completely new diet, so pet stores and
bird owners need to make changes gradually.
The strength and construction of the carrier or travel cage
a bird owner needs depends on the species of bird.
Not exact matches
Pet specialty retailers can give
bird owners the information they
need to encourage healthy behaviors in their pets and avoid disruptive ones.
Owners assume that a
bird knows what it «
needs» to live and survive, but this is not the case.
In other words, the
owner needs to be more stubborn than their
bird.
It is important to tell parrot
owners that they should not rely on the toys themselves to keep their
bird mentally stimulated, since parrots
need to get attention from their
owners, as well.
Using displays is a great way to be sure that new
owners know what they
need to buy to keep their
bird strong and active.
Owners that have
birds with these traits
need to be very diligent about changing the
bird's toys every month, or even more often, especially when the
bird is young.
Even if a customer buys a cage online, pet stores can still take the opportunity to sell additional cage accessories that the
bird owner may not have even known they
needed.
They hope to educate the public by identifying existing resources and developing
needed assets to help potential
bird owners understand appropriate
bird types and responsible care.
Bird owners, even those with a small backyard flock
need to protect their
birds.
If traveling to another country, pet
owners will
need other paperwork, such as permits, and there is a possibility that the
bird will have to go into quarantine.
It is best to keep dishes low or on the bottom so that the mess is contained, but pet
owners need to remember to place perches in a way that the
bird can not soil any of their water or food dishes from above.
Stores can put together cage setups that include all the products a new
bird owner will
need, including at least three types of toys.
Retailers can offer pet
owners the perfect assortment of cage accessories
needed to keep pet
birds healthy and happy.
Setting up a
bird's home is not difficult, but new
bird customers, and even sometimes experienced
bird owners,
need to understand that a cage must be set up in a way that keeps the pet
bird comfortable and secure.
Bird owners may complain about the
need to replace these toys more often, but it is well worth the price if it means avoiding any negative behaviors that may crop up from being denied the opportunity to satisfy the
need to chew.
Birds have a sensitive respiratory system that is susceptible to air quality, so
owners and retailers
need to act with care when cleaning their cages.
White adds that pet
owners need to determine their
bird's «toy personality.»
Owners also
need to be on the look out for when a
bird hits sexual maturity or becomes excitable.
Bird owners also have a lot of choices when it comes to cage styles and colors, and as long as the bird's needs are kept in mind, the customer can choose whatever they find appeal
Bird owners also have a lot of choices when it comes to cage styles and colors, and as long as the
bird's needs are kept in mind, the customer can choose whatever they find appeal
bird's
needs are kept in mind, the customer can choose whatever they find appealing.
In order to travel safely and effortlessly with a pet
bird, pet
owners need to be armed with the information and tools necessary to avoid hassles and keep their pets healthy and happy.
Retailers should arm customers with the right first - aid products, as well as the information that pet
owners will
need to properly handle pet
bird health emergencies.
Pet
bird owners, especially new ones,
need to understand the basics of finding an appropriate cage for their pets.
Retailers can reassure pet parents that trimming the wings does not hurt the
bird, and the wing feathers will grow back — so
owners who like to let their
bird fly at home do not
need to worry.
Super-smart parrots can get bored easily, so
owners need to be aware of what their
bird is doing and to give attention when
needed.
One Size Does Not Fit All When shopping for accessories,
bird owners also
need to keep their
birds» individual
needs in mind; not every cage setup is conducive for every
bird.
It is designed to provide
bird owners with the information they
need to sort through the different covers, look at all the options and make a decision that will work the best for their
bird's
needs.
Small flock
owners (SFOs), including backyard flock
owners,
need to learn about common pathogens that may affect their
birds and how to control them.
Like most parrots, these
birds need a lot of interaction with their
owners, so be prepared to spend time with them.
Potential
owners need to be aware of the longevity of their
bird so that they can be prepared to provide proper care for them for as long as they live (and be prepared in case their
bird outlives them).
owners of large
birds realize the
bird needs to feel like part of a flock.
While it can be tempting to rush out and buy one of these beautiful
birds, Major Mitchell's Cockatoos
need specialized care and environments that not all
bird owners can accommodate.
Owners need to provide these
birds with a minimum of 3 to 4 hours outside of the cage per day so that the
bird can play and stretch its muscles.
It's imperative that... MORE
owners of large
birds realize the
bird needs to feel like part of a flock.
Being able to recognize stress in your pet
bird is important to maintaining an environment that your feathered friend can mentally and physically thrive in, so it's a good idea to
bird owners to learn how to monitor their
birds» stress levels... MORE and make adjustments as
needed to keep their pets healthy and happy.
Birds also
need a variety of offerings, but that isn't necessarily always apparent, especially to new
owners.
In order to meet the varied
needs of small mammal and
bird owners, pet specialty retailers should aim to promote a wide variety of chews and toys, reported industry participants.
They offer a variety of products to meet the
needs of your pet
bird, as well as your
needs as a beloved
bird owner.
But, should the
bird have a compromised immune system, her
owner needs to pay extra close attention for signs of infection.
They also educate
bird owners on the most current standard of care, so that the medical, emotional, and dietary
needs of their
birds will be met.
Bird owners will initially need to purchase the basics for their new addition, but will purchase food, toys and accessories throughout the lifetime of their b
Bird owners will initially
need to purchase the basics for their new addition, but will purchase food, toys and accessories throughout the lifetime of their
birdbird.