There are a few products on the market that you can buy that can make taking a bath or shower with your bird even more enjoyable.

One innovative product is called the Perch-N-Sink.  The Perch-N-Sink will mount to any smooth and flat surface like your kitchen sink or even the bathtub.  Many times bathing gets put off because the owner is trying to find a convenient time to shower with their feathered friends.  A Perch-N-Sink is a terrific alternative to a traditional shower perch.  You can also use the Perch-N-Sink like the conventional shower perch.  When you own a Perch-N-Sink, you are covered for just about any type of bathing situation.  You can even use your Perch-N-Sink as a tabletop perch or training stand.

On the more traditional side of shower perches, why not try the "Sandy Shower Perch" that can be used in the shower or in a window.  This Multipurpose Window/Shower Perch has big suction cups to give your bird added security from falls when it attaches to a window.  When you are not using it in your shower, attach it to a window where your bird can watch the world go by while they enjoy basking in the warm sunlight.

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Ok so we will forget the loaves… if you’re hungry make yourself a sarnie!

A finch is a small, active, captive bird that originates from Asia, Australia, and Africa.    Finches are native to the forests and grasslands in their country of origin. These tiny, flitting birds are ideal for a community aviary or a flight cage.  You can also keep a pair in a cage in your home.  It is best to buy them in pairs because these birds don’t interact very well with people and having two will keep your finch from becoming lonely and bored. 

Sometimes a few birds have been known to sit on the shoulders of their owners, but most finches are quite content to be admired from afar.

Many species of finches have beautifully coloured feathers, and many sing pretty songs.  The markings on finches vary according to the species.  One of the most remarkable finches is the Owl finch.  Their stunning facial markings mimic those of an owl.  There are many species to choose from, starting with the Owl finch, to the brightly colored Lady Gouldian finch.  This finch is sometimes described as “a stained glass window with feathers.”  If you are a first time bird owner, check with the staff at your local bird store for names of the species that may be best for you.

If you decide that you would like to own finches, keep in mind that you will be buying a pair and that they will spend most of their time in the cage.  Ensure that is large enough for them to fly around a bit.  It is wise to place perches on the opposite ends of the cages to give them more room to fly.

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Yes… it’s a fact some people travel with their birds. If you are one of those people who won’t go on holiday without your pets. You will likely only book a holiday that allows you to bring along your furry and feathered friends. 

Sounds like you? We would love to hear from you in the comments to this article.

For others less imaginative you too can discover the joys of travelling with your bird by following a few simple tips.

There are those birds that see traveling as a grand adventure.  There are also those birds that are happy enough, staying put in their home environment.  Your bird won’t be able to tell you if he/she likes to travel, so you will have to do a bit of detective work to find out.  You can begin by taking your bird for short rides in the car.  See how your bird reacts to this.  Is your bird displaying happiness behaviors like puffing up and wagging his/her tail and chirping happily while he watches the world go by, or does your bird cower on the floor of the cage while screaming in protest?

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If you have always wanted bird as your pet but felt you didn’t have the time or the space for one, you can think again.  Canaries are the perfect pet bird for the apartment dweller.  They don’t require interaction with their humans and are perfectly happy living alone.  If you work outside the home, you don’t have to feel guilty leaving your pet home alone.  Your canary will be happy to sing up a storm whether you are there or not.

Before you rush out and buy a canary, many breeds of canaries have been developed over time. 

• These birds have been bred in captivity for over 500 years. 
• They’re indigenous to the Canary Islands which is where they obviously get their name. 
• There are still canaries in the wild, but they are not as colorful as the birds you will find for sale as pets. 
• The breeds are classified as song, type, or color canaries. 
• The German Roller or Hartz Mountain is the canary many of us are thinking of when we think of these birds. 
• The color canaries are becoming more popular because of the bright hues of the birds.

Canaries were the most common kept cage birds for a long time.  They are not hard to breed, but……….
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Parrots are unique in the bird kingdom because of the way they use their "feet." All birds have four toes, but parrots are distinctive in the fact that they have two forward facing toes and two backward facing toes. This allows them to grip objects and pick up the food they are trying to eat. This trick is the thing that makes them so irresistible to people. When they hold food in their "hands" they look positively adorable.