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Learn some quick tips for getting your fussy bird to eat full and varied diet that could include birdseed, fruits and vegetables.
Updated on October 23rd, 2025
Learn how to take care of your Lovebirds, recommended cage size, diet and housing setup. Find the right food, supplies and equipment at your local Petco.
Updated on October 23rd, 2025
In addition to a balanced diet of high-quality pellets, it's fun to give your hamster a treat every now and then. Take a look at what treats are safe for your pet, and which are not.
Updated on April 1st, 2026
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Updated on November 11th, 2025
Parakeets can make great pets. Take a look at these fun facts about these winged companions and wow your friends with your knowledge.
Updated on October 23rd, 2025
Millet spray makes a great addition to Cheeko's diet, but the main food in the cage should be a good quality seed mix for cockatiels/parakeets. This will contain many different types of seed in a balance to provide appropriate nutrition. I would have this and clean water available at all times. Small pieces of fruit can also be used as treats, and cuttlefish can make good toys to help with calcium balance.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Harrison's Bird Diet is the best food out there. It is pelleted so there can be some resistance from your bird transitioning to the new diet if he has been on a seed diet, but it is nutritionally complete and very high quality. Toys I find that lovebirds like have been cotton rope toys that they can preen and groom like the feathers of another bird.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
A commercial pelleted diet is most convenient and typically provides more complete nutrition. Recommended brands include Harrison's and LaFeber. A seed mix can be offered as well but limit amounts to prevent obesity. Fresh fruits and vegetables can also be offered. A simple search online will yield lists of acceptable fruits and vegetables.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Thanks for your question about Zucchini. I am not sure if I completely am understanding your question, so if I don’t address it completely please re-post. Honey sticks are often very appealing to our pet birds, but unfortunately they are not good for them. They contain a large amount of sugar that can result in gastrointestinal upset and can also result in bacterial and yeast growth in the intestines. I would recommend using a different high value treat item for training and socializing purposes. You mentioned seeds, and those can be very useful. I hope that helps to answer your question, and I wish you luck!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
In the second image, she definitely looks unthrifty and ill. Without a physical exam though, it is difficult to say for sure what is going on with her. If you can, transition from an all seed diet to a pelleted diet which is more balanced. Brands include Harrison's, Lafeber, Pretty Bird or KayTee Exact. You can still offer a small amount of a fortified seed mix as well as fresh fruits and vegetables to round out the diet.
Updated on September 24th, 2025