by Parrot Crazy Mom | Jul 3, 2024 | General, Health
The 4th of July, celebrated with grandeur across the United States, is a day filled with fireworks, barbecues, and patriotic displays. While the festivities bring joy to many, they can have unintended consequences for our avian companions, particularly parrots. These...
by Parrot Crazy Mom | Jul 3, 2024 | Health
PBFD stands for Psittacine beak and feather disease, which is a viral disease that affects parrots and other birds in the order Psittaciformes. The virus that causes PBFD belongs to the family Circoviridae, and it attacks the cells in the beak and feather follicles of...
by Parrot Crazy Mom | Mar 31, 2023 | Health
As a parrot owner, it’s important to be aware of common diseases that can affect captive parrots. Here are some of the most common diseases to watch out for: Psittacosis: Also known as parrot fever, this is a bacterial infection that can be transmitted to humans...
by Parrot Crazy Mom | Mar 26, 2021 | Corkie's Journey, General, Health, Special Needs
UPDATE: 4/1/21 Unfortunately Corkie passed away this morning. He fought hard but his little heart just wasn’t strong enough. Not only did he have a bad leg deformity he also had a heart birth defect that we didn’t know about. Corkie got to know what love...
by Parrot Crazy Mom | Mar 21, 2021 | General, Health
Egg-binding is a very serious and often fatal condition that affects female birds of breeding age. Since it’s so important for egg-bound hens to receive prompt medical attention, you should know what signs and symptoms to look for. If left untreated, death can...
