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 tipsParrot bleeding tipsProbiotics and Prebiotics for BirdsSunlight for birds - Why and how much?Cockatiels and night frights!How to tell if your bird is overweight?Parrot diet - seeds, pellets, vegetables, fruitParrot plucking and the root causeWhat 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. OctavioLinks:https://www.avianmedicinecourses.com/https://www.avianmedicinecourses.com/online-course-how-to-feed-my-parrot 🥦 Freebies & EBOOKS: https://poodlesandparrots.com/products 💻 Helpful Blogs: https://poodlesandparrots.com/ 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/poodlesandparrots 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poodlesandparrots/ 🦜 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theparrotpodcast/ 📌 Pinterest: pinterest.com/poodlesandparrots 👩🏻‍⚕️ Online avian vet anytime, anywhere with Vetster: vetster.sjv.io/bak3bm

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• Birds with Special Needs and Birb Art

  In this episode we fly into the world of birds with special needs, exploring the challenges and care requirements! From splay legs to blindness, we discuss various disabilities that affect birds and the compassionate care they require to live fulfilling lives. Jen also provides us with tips and advice on caring for senior birds, whose golden years often bring unique health concerns.We also talk with Jen about life as a bird artist who not only creates stunning birb art but also dedicates her life to rescuing and rehabilitating special-needs birds. Listen as she shares her journey of combining art and advocacy, bringing attention to these incredible creatures through her work while offering them the love and care they deserve.Whether you're a bird lover, an artist, or someone passionate about animal rescue, this episode will inspire you by the resilience of birds and the humans who care for them. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about creativity, compassion, and the beauty of all living beings.Key Points: 🦜 Birds with special needs🦜 Birds with Splay legs🦜 How to support blind birds🦜 Birds with Arthritis🦜 Aggressive birds🦜 Addressing Pluckers 🦜 Birb Art and Inspire behind Birdhism 🦜 The challenges of being a Bird Artist🦜 How expensive do vet bills get?Special Guests:👉🏼 Jen from Birdhism is on a mission to inspire compassion for both birds and people through art, memes, and merch.“It’s hard; it’s not for people who form attachments without being able to let go. That’s one of the biggest things doing bird rescue is being able to let go ”— JenLinks:https://birdhism.com/ 🥦 Freebies & EBOOKS: https://poodlesandparrots.com/products 💻 Helpful Blogs: https://poodlesandparrots.com/ 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/poodlesandparrots 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poodlesandparrots/ 🦜 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theparrotpodcast/ 📌 Pinterest: pinterest.com/poodlesandparrots 👩🏻‍⚕️ Online avian vet anytime, anywhere with Vetster: vetster.sjv.io/bak3bm

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• The Aviator Bird Harness 🦜🌞

  In this episode, we take flight with the aviator harness for birds! We sit down with the CEO of The Parrot University to explore the story of how this innovative product came to be. Julias shares aviator harness options and guides us through choosing the perfect size for your feathered babies! Learn essential training techniques for getting your bird comfortable with the harness, and discover tips for safe and enjoyable outdoor adventures.🧭🌲⛰️🏞️Key Points:How was the Aviator Harness created?What is the size guide?Why is this harness so safe?Why is it enrichment for birdsAviator Harness training tipsWhere are good places to go with your bird?What should we bring on our harness adventures?Step by step to getting your bird in a harness!Be careful of knock-off brands!Do's and don'ts every bird owner should know for outdoor adventures!Special Guests:👉🏼 CEO of The Parrot University, Julia Dettore, CPBT-KA @theparrotuniversity “We’re the first, and we really pride ourselves on the quality and safety. I’m using these with my own birds, so you know if I pull one off the shelf, I don’t want to lose my bird; I don’t want anybody to get their bird hurt either… From the start of the harness to the very end, quality is where we’re looking.”—Julia Dettore.Julia combines her love for birds and knack for innovation to create top-notch products and services for our feathered friends. Her journey started at an aviary as a teen, and she hasn’t looked back since. She honed her skills at the Columbus Zoo and later studied Animal Science at Ohio State University.With over a decade in the animal industry, Julia is all about making life better for our feathered friends. She’s led the Aviator Harness to reach bird lovers in over 100 countries, always focusing on quality and care. Passionate about positive reinforcement training and holistic bird health, Julia’s mission is to educate and empower pet owners everywhere.Links:https://www.aviatorharness.com/  👉🏼💸DISCOUNT: THEPARROTPODCASThttps://www.facebook.com/AviatorHarness https://poodlesandparrots.com/blog/posts/safe-wood-branches-and-trees https://poodlesandparrots.com/blog/posts/safe-and-unsafe-household-plants 🥦 Freebies & EBOOKS: https://poodlesandparrots.com/products 💻 Helpful Blogs: https://poodlesandparrots.com/ 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/poodlesandparrots 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poodlesandparrots/ 🦜 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theparrotpodcast/ 📌 Pinterest: pinterest.com/poodlesandparrots 👩🏻‍⚕️ Online avian vet anytime, anywhere with Vetster: vetster.sjv.io/bak3bm

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• Passionate Conservation with Amazon Parrots, Macaws, Cockatoos & Reptiles👀🐊

  In this episode, I sit down to chat with Adele from Wildlife Unleashed, a passionate conservationist dedicated to creating safe havens for some of the most stunning birds, including Amazon parrots, macaws, Major Mitchell cockatoos, and red-tailed black cockatoos and many other animals! We discuss what it takes to run a sanctuary, free flight tips, flock enrichment, and more! Adele also shares insights on Australian wildlife and how their dedication is channelled through wildlife education programs aimed at inspiring and educating the public about the vital importance of conservation.Key Points:Journey to starting Wildlife UnleashedWhat it’s like to have 19 parrots AND 88 ANIMALS!Macaws, Amazons, Major Mitchell Cockatoos, Red-Tailed Black Cockatoos, Gang-gang Cockatoos and more!!Free flight tipsEnrichment and Large AviariesThe best and worst parts of starting a sanctuary Australian Wildlife👀Tidbits on saltwater crocs, lizards, snakes, owls and magpiesSpecial Guests:Adele Bender from Wildlife Unleashed @adelebender_, @wildlifeunleashed_“In captivity, we can never provide what they would naturally in the wildlife, you know. If they're not compatible, they just fly off and have this endless amount of space to get away from each other”—Adele Bender.   Links:https://www.wildlifeunleashed.com.au/ 🥦 Freebies & EBOOKS: https://poodlesandparrots.com/products 💻 Helpful Blogs: https://poodlesandparrots.com/ 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/poodlesandparrots 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poodlesandparrots/ 🦜 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theparrotpodcast/ 📌 Pinterest: pinterest.com/poodlesandparrots 👩🏻‍⚕️ Online avian vet anytime, anywhere with Vetster: vetster.sjv.io/bak3bm

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• Avian Vet Tips for Healthy Parrots!

  Looking for tips from an avian vet tips for healthy parrots? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Octavio to help you with health tips for your parrots! From understanding our parrot's complex needs to shocking bloodwork results and identifying signs of illness early on. Discover the differences between healthy and unhealthy poops, and gain invaluable tips to keep your feathered fids thriving! Key Points:🦜 What does a healthy bird poop look like?🦜 Signs of illness🦜 Fractures and broken bones 🦜 Healthy tips & Household dangers🦜 Shocking bloodwork results in parrots! 🦜 Can parrots get cancer?🦜 Can parrots be allergic to certain foods?🦜 Heavy metal poisoning 🦜 The dangers of preparing formula🦜 Risks of Surgery on Parrots🦜 How often should we go for vet visits?🦜 What types of testing should we be doing?🦜 Feather plucking and feather imping Special Guests:🩺 Dr. Octavio Lisboa, Avian vet with more than 18 years of exclusive experience in bird care!“It's very important to keep checking the droppings; buy one kitchen scale for we keep checking the weight of your parrot, if it's possible, every day, every week because if they are losing weight, some problem is happening and also behaviour” - Dr. Octavio Lisboa.   Links:📲 https://linktr.ee/avian.medicine 📲 https://www.avianmedicinecourses.com/ 🥦 Freebies & EBOOKS: https://poodlesandparrots.com/products 💻 Helpful Blogs: https://poodlesandparrots.com/ 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/poodlesandparrots 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poodlesandparrots/ 🦜 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theparrotpodcast/ 📌 Pinterest: pinterest.com/poodlesandparrots 👩🏻‍⚕️ Online avian vet anytime, anywhere with Vetster: vetster.sjv.io/bak3bm

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