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The Parrot Podcast
Hi, I’m Sandra! Welcome to the Parrot podcast, where we talk all things parrots! Whether you're a new parrot owner or a seasoned bird enthusiast, this podcast is for you. We aim to provide valuable information to help you care for your birbs!
Join us as we discuss a wide range of topics, including diet and nutrition, toys and cage setups, health and enrichment, training tips, and much more. We'll share our knowledge and expertise to help you give your parrot the best possible life and help you be the best parront you can be!
Some episodes will feature interviews with experts in the field, as well as real-life stories and experiences from me and parrot owners like you. I believe that by sharing our collective knowledge, we can create a community of informed and compassionate parrot owners.
So, whether you have a conure, cockatiel, macaw, budgie, african grey or any other type of parrot, join us on the Parrot podcast and let's learn together how to give our feathered friends the best care and love they deserve!
The Parrot Podcast
Parrot SOS: Diet, First Aid, Plucking, and the Secrets to a Healthier Bird
In this episode, we dive into the essential tips every bird owner needs to know. From quick first-aid steps for emergencies to understanding the root causes of feather plucking, we cover it all with Dr. Octavio. Learn how to optimize your parrot’s diet with the right balance and discover the importance of sunlight and probiotics for their well-being. Plus, we tackle common health concerns like overweight birds and the use of hormone implants. Tune in for expert advice and practical solutions to keep your parrot thriving from an avian vet!
Key Points:
- Parrot first aid tips
- Parrot bleeding tips
- Probiotics and Prebiotics for Birds
- Sunlight for birds - Why and how much?
- Cockatiels and night frights!
- How to tell if your bird is overweight?
- Parrot diet - seeds, pellets, vegetables, fruit
- Parrot plucking and the root cause
- What do healthy feathers look like?
- Do x-rays have to be done with anesthesia?
- Hormone implants and Lupron - do they work? Are they good?
- Most common bacteria and infections in birds!
Special Guests:
👉🏼 Dr. Octavio Lisboa, Avian Vet passionate about saving birds since 2006. You may remember him from Episode 34!
“And simple accident but they can become like a nightmare… is the bleeding, nail bleeding, beak bleeding something like this… We have to try to stop the bleeding immediately.”— Dr. Octavio
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- https://www.avianmedicinecourses.com/online-course-how-to-feed-my-parrot
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