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Why Won’t a Newly Bought Parrot Eat or Drink?
It is common for a newly bought parrot to refuse food and water for a day or two — usually out of fear of its new surroundings and a sudden change in diet. Keep the environment calm, provide food and water, and cover the cage if it stays frantic; watch for ruffled feathers, lethargy, or diarrhea, which point to a sick bird.
Why Do Parrots Pluck Their Feathers?
Feather plucking can stem from missing nutrients, crowding, external parasites, lack of nesting material, boredom, anxiety, or mating hormones. Prevent it with space, a balanced diet, calcium, and a clean, parasite-free cage.
Why Is My Sun Conure Fluffed Up?
A healthy conure's feathers lie smooth and close. When feathers stand out, scattered and raised, the bird is 'fluffed' - usually from cold, poor diet, or sickness. Read the signs and warm or treat as needed.
Why Does My Dog Have Soft Stools, and What to Do
Soft stools often come before diarrhea and hurt gut health. Common causes are a sudden food switch, parasites, a greasy diet, or mild enteritis - each with its own fix. Act early.
Why Does Your Dog Have White Sticky Discharge from Its Eyes?
White sticky eye discharge may come from internal heat, distemper, or eye inflammation. Learn to tell and solve it. Our team explains the common causes and handling.
What to Do When Your Parrot Smells Strong in Summer?
In summer, many owners tell our team their pet parrots develop a strong odor. This is normal in high heat. Today we share ways to reduce excess odor.
What Are the Taboos of Keeping a Syrian Hamster?
What are the taboos of keeping a Syrian hamster? Though easier than many small pets, there is much to avoid. Owners should learn and avoid these taboos. Our team summarizes them.
A Guide to Keeping Turtles
Turtles are common pets with long lifespans and can live for years if kept well, but die easily if not. How to keep them correctly? Our team's sharing hopes to help.
What Nutrients Does a Growing Dog Need?
Growing dogs grow fast; meet all nutrient needs to avoid stunted growth. Our team details key nutrients for this stage.
How Long Can a Parrot Survive Without Eating, and What to Do
A parrot that suddenly stops eating may be ill or rejecting food; without food and water it may survive only 3-5 days, or about 10 with water. Causes include environment or diet change and disease. Observe, keep things calm and clean, and see a vet if diarrhea, fever, or lethargy appear.