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welcome been around for years well put together

Do you have a first aid kit for your Birds? did you buy it some where? i`m on the look out for one in the UK and haven`t seen one as of yet so if you guys do before me could you link it for me. MANY THANKS. Good idea to have one me thinks in case!!

kya has started to do this but she will let me spray her well sort of lol. It is funny to see and i know what you mean as the bowl is the same size and the walls and floor get a good coating

Found another nice site not got anything from them yet but cheaper than northern parrots here in the uk http://allpetz.co.uk

Yes i have news as follows.. The vulture was spotted hanging around near an old brickworks in nearby Falkirk. Joanna Timson, one of the falconers at World of Wings, said: "She's back with us safe and sound. We got her back on Saturday night but we wanted a vet to check her. "She had lost a pound (450 grammes) in weight. We don't think she ate much while she was away. She was so pleased to see us that she flew straight towards us when we got out of a van at the site where she was spotted." Timson said C was back performing in public displays, exhausted but on form having slept off her adventures most of Sunday. I`m so glad she is back safe and sound good news!! sure had some flight time http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5ggbPX4InUjn1cQMTl9LLJqgjOUcQ (the link)

i use these 2 in the uk and can say i have had NO problems at all very good and fast http://www.24parrot.com/default.asp and http://www.simplyparrots.co.uk/shop/shop.php?c=ex&page=2&sid=siddbc74841851fb833080445215b79b869 second link is the good for palm nuts.

Peanuts in their shells - The hidden dangers (NEWS LETTER FROM http://www.parrot-link.co.uk) The trade in Peanuts is big business, they can be found in a lot of produces as well as being sold fresh, roasted,salted even yogurt coated. All of the above for human consumption, which of cause get the best, But that leaves a lot of second grade Peanuts that are used for animal consumption including parrot food. But as we all know parrots need cleaner, fresher food than us to eat, they cannot cope with chemicals and pollutants as well as us, which is why second grade (for animal consumption only) Peanut can kill our birds. Peanuts are particularly susceptible to contamination during growth and storage. Poor storage of peanuts can lead to an infection by the mold fungus Aspergillus flavus, releasing the toxic substance aflatoxin. The aflatoxin producing molds exist throughout the peanut growing areas and may produce aflatoxin in peanuts when conditions are favorable to fungal growth. Quote: British Trust of Ornithology.Concern has been expressed by the British Trust of Ornithology (BTO) about the amount of aflatoxin on peanuts Even though peanuts are tested before they leave their country of origin tonnes of imported peanuts have apparently been found to be contaminated with aflatoxin - at up to 200 parts per billion according to Mr Chris Whittles, Chairman of CJ WildBird Foods. Aflatoxin is produced by a type of fungus called Aspergillus, and it is believed that the aflatoxin forms on the peanuts during transportation, particularly if they are stored under warm, humid conditions. Members of the public have been advised by the BTO not to feed peanuts to birds unless they meet UK bird food standards and have been properly tested to ensure that they are not contaminated. Aspergillosis can follow one of two courses - acute or chronic. Birds with acute aspergillosis have severe difficulty breathing, decreased or loss of appetite, frequent drinking and urination, cyanosis (a bluish coloration of mucous membranes and/or skin), and even sudden death. The fungus generally affects the trachea, syrinx (voice box), and air sacs. The lungs may also be involved. Chronic aspergillosis is much more common, and unfortunately, much more deadly due to its insidious nature. The bird may not become symptomatic until the disease has progressed too far for a cure. The respiratory system is the primary location of infection. White nodules appear and ultimately erode through the tissue, and large numbers of spores enter the bloodstream. The spores then travel throughout the body, infecting multiple organs including kidneys, skin, muscle, gastrointestinal tract, liver, eyes, and brain. Respiratory symptoms will be the first to occur but will depend on the location of the greatest areas of colonization. Difficulty breathing, rapid breathing and/or exercise intolerance are common. If the syrinx (voice box) is involved, a change in voice, reluctance to talk, or a "click" may occur. Nares may become plugged or you may see a discharge. Eventually, severe respiratory compromise may kill the bird. Other signs and symptoms will vary, depending on the other organs involved. If any portion of the central nervous system has become involved, the bird may have tremors, an uneven or wobbly gait, seizures, or paralysis. With liver involvement, a green discoloration to the urates may be seen, and the veterinarian may feel an enlarged liver. Generalized, non-specific symptoms can include loss of appetite leading to weight loss, muscle wasting, gout (painful, inflamed joints due to urate deposits), regurgitation, abnormal feces or diarrhea, excessive urination, depression, and lethargy. Keep you bird safe don’t feed peanuts in their shells.

The world we live in is changing and not for the good makes you wonder about 2012! fires, floods like a friend of mine said it only takes more than one major thing going on in the world and we are in trouble! makes you think....

now theres a thought to dine with kya what a mess. I`d really like to find a parrot workshop to go to but not many out there!. The wife things i`m parrot mad anyways she kill me if i took the parrots on holiday with us LOL. UNLESS the wife stayed at home!!! HUMMMM now that would be a holiday *GRINS*

thanks Dave. Shame as we had the top cut out of the tree a few months ago always the way..

what type of wood can be used? apple tree ok? what about oak tree? seeing as we have one.

If any uk`ers see Gandalf heres a number to call!! i think the usa girls and guys are safe for now You may have heard on the local media that Gandalf went missing during one of our daily demonstrations this week. We are receiving many calls from the general public with sightings (thank you!!), however many of these sightings are actually of native British birds. Before you call us with a sighting please read the following before calling us on 07946 564517 or 01236 722999 Gandalf: IS MASSIVE! Has a 9 foot wingspan with finger-tip like feathers on the end of very broad wings. His beak is quite short, as is his tail. Grey Heron: Has a very large wingspan but the beak is long and pointed and the legs trail behind the tail while in flight. Common Buzzard: Has a 3 foot wingspan and is much much smaller than Gandalf. Gandalf is unlikely to be seen sitting on fence posts. A common buzzard stands approximately 1.25 feet tall whereas Gandalf stands nearly 2.5 feet tall.

LOL i know what your saying

Gandalf the Vulture WARNINGS were issued to aircraft over Scotland after GandalfGandalf a lady vulture escaped from a a bird of prey centre. Gandalf is capable of soaring at heights of more than 30,000 feet and could pose a threat to aircraft. The Rueppell's Griffon Vulture - which has a wingspan of 10ft - was flying in a display at World of Wings in Cumbernauld when it was caught in a gust of wind. The bird's handlers Watched helpless as their star attraction flew higher in to the sky. "Gandalf is an absolute monster bird with a 10-and-a-half foot wingspan. "She poses a genuine threat to airplanes." Said David Richie who runs the centre The centre specialises in promoting the plight of vultures, which are becoming increasingly endangered across the world. Lets hope Gandalf comes back home soon and stops frightening Jumbo Jets and the Like

try carpet tiles i`m a floor layer and once i had a guy take the old ones from me as he played in a band and wanted them to deaden the noise. sticking them you may have to use double sided tape as glue may smell the room out!! not good for birds. But if you can`t mess with the walls this might be a prob!

sorry Henry`s smile is way out there lol

so funny good to know all is well and that some places let you take parrots in them!. I need to get kya check she has been to the vet but as a guest i took her with oz my hahans as he needed his beak trimmed. Thought it a good idea for her to test the water so to speak she gave the vets cuddles (little git never gives them to me easy i guess a kiss is good enough) LOL

i thought you had to keep the band on to show the breeders info and also that it is a captive bred bird?

great i`ll look at this book can`t have enough books

My cag is called Kya -African for Diamond in the sky and she sure is.

Hi i just got a great book from amazon cost me 1 penny plus postage and packing £2.75 well book was cheap cheap sorry. It is a great little book 64 pages and has the basics in it covers alot of topics you will need to know. http://www.amazon.co.uk/African-Grey-Parrot-About-Pets/dp/1852792000/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1281907234&sr=8-6 So if you are looking it to an African Grey this is a great first book to start with you will need to do home work before you make that BIG step!. I have many books and i really like this one! Hope this helps people thinking about getting an African Grey.. Please do home work before you make that step! they live along time!

could be this tarm never can tell still looking in to this though!

thanks Dave i have put a post out to find out but no reply got to love them laws shame they are aimed at the wrong people! Many thanks!!

lot of people have papers just ask if they can save them for you like i do got some many now i can`t use them quick enough and whats more they are free means more money for food and toys for the fellows . I did at first use chippings but then changed as for the reasons above if you miss any poop this isn`t good for the birdies with paper you see it and there for makes you change the paper more times than chippings!