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Marijke Puts

Psittacology's resident fact-checking vet, Daisy has always had a keen interest in all things avian, and grew up with conures, Indian ringnecks, and kakarikis. Determined to pursue a career helping furry and feathered beings, she qualified with distinction from the University of Liverpool vet school in 2019. About me
Purple-gloved hands holding a sick yellow budgie parrot

Parrot Emergency Care | Help, My Bird Is Sick/Injured!

Published: December 15, 2023Modified: December 15, 2023

Our feathered friends getting ill or injured is something no parrot parent wants to think about. Unfortunately, we have to, because properly preparing for an emergency can make the difference …

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A blue budgie surrounded by parrot-safe houseplants.

18 Parrot-Safe Houseplants For Your Urban Jungle

Published: November 27, 2023Modified: December 7, 2023

Combining parrots and houseplants can be difficult. Our birds just love to chew everything, and a nice green plant is particularly attractive. Any plants you bring into your home therefore …

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Split image showing a male cockatiel parrot on the left and an oil-filled space heater on the right.

Space Heaters For Parrots: Are They Safe?

Published: October 19, 2023Modified: December 19, 2023

Fall is well on its way as I write this, and temperatures are dropping. If your parrot is starting to look a little fluffed up, it may be missing the …

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Male budgie on pink background with easter egg next to it.

Help, My Parakeet Laid An Egg On The Cage Floor!

Published: June 11, 2023Modified: December 19, 2023

If you’ve just woken up to find an egg on the bottom of your parakeet’s cage, it’s easy to panic. What do you do?! Should you try to save the …

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Are Mirrors Bad For Budgies? What You Need To Know!

Are Mirrors Bad For Budgies? What You Need To Know!

Published: May 25, 2023Modified: March 7, 2024

We’ve all seen it: a lone budgie in a small wire cage, sitting on a plastic perch singing into a mirror. Mirror toys have long been considered the standard for …

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Two lutino cockatiels sitting in nest box with eggs.

Cockatiel Laying Eggs | What To Do?

Published: April 16, 2023Modified: March 7, 2024

Did you know that, like chickens, female cockatiels can lay eggs even without a male present? Whether you’ve got a solo female cockatiel or a broody pair, dealing with a …

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Green budgie parakeet flying towards blue parakeet sat on tree stump

Do Parakeets Mate For Life?

Published: December 29, 2022Modified: January 17, 2024

Parakeets are a popular type of pet bird known for their playful and energetic personality. Like all animals, they have specific social and mating behaviors that are important for their …

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White budgie parakeet with wet feathers after a bath.

How To Give A Parrot A Bath | For A Happy Bird!

Published: January 17, 2022Modified: January 15, 2024

If you’re thinking of adding a parrot to your family, you might be wondering if they like to bathe. After all, you’re probably aware that many of the wild birds …

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Small downy feather from budgie parakeet | Budgie molting, what to do?

Budgie Molting | Help, My Parakeet Is Molting!

Published: May 18, 2021Modified: December 6, 2023

Has your budgie’s cage floor turned into a sea of feathers? Are you seeing strange pins on its head and body? Might your bird be a bit more cranky than …

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Male cockatiel looking at pasta in a glass food bowl on top of its cage.

What Do Cockatiels Eat? | Diet & Nutrition

Published: November 9, 2020Modified: March 14, 2024

As with all pets, feeding your cockatiel a high-quality and varied diet is one of the main keys to keeping it happy and healthy. Unfortunately, though, there are still a …

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