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Is your parrot showing hormonal behaviour? ๐ŸฆœHormonal surges are a natural part of your birdโ€™s life, but they can lead to...
07/01/2025

Is your parrot showing hormonal behaviour? ๐Ÿฆœ

Hormonal surges are a natural part of your birdโ€™s life, but they can lead to unwanted behaviors like aggression, excessive vocalization, and territoriality. Donโ€™t worryโ€”there are ways to help your feathered friend through this phase!

Here are some top tips to reduce hormonal behaviour in parrots:

1. Create a Neutral, Non-Cozy Environment ๐Ÿ 

Avoid making your parrotโ€™s cage too cozy or dark. While they need a restful sleep area, make sure itโ€™s not too enclosed or โ€œnest-like.โ€ A neutral space helps reduce territorial instincts and keeps them calm.

2. Limit Petting and Avoid Kissingโœ‹๐Ÿ’‹

During hormonal times, avoid excessive petting, especially around the back or tail. Physical contact, including kissing, can overstimulate your parrot. Stick to head scratches and let them come to you for affection.

3. Offer Mental Stimulation ๐Ÿงฉ

Keep your parrot busy with puzzle toys, training sessions, and foraging activities. A mentally engaged bird is less likely to focus on hormonal behaviors.

4. Maintain a Healthy Diet ๐Ÿฅฆ๐Ÿ

A nutritious diet plays a significant role in regulating hormonal behaviour. Avoid fatty foods, and offer a balanced variety of fresh fruits, veggies, and lean proteins.

5. Provide Regular Breaks โ„๏ธ

Sometimes, a bit of time away from social interaction can help reset hormonal cycles. Give your bird moments of quiet time to regain balance.


Hormonal behavior is natural, but with these tips, you can help your parrot stay calm and comfortable. Patience and consistency go a long way!

๐Ÿฆ Got any tips of your own? Drop them in the comments below!

Is your bird not feeling like themselves? ๐ŸฆIf you're concerned about your feathered friend's health, we've got you cover...
06/01/2025

Is your bird not feeling like themselves? ๐Ÿฆ

If you're concerned about your feathered friend's health, we've got you covered with Guardian Angel โ€“ the ultimate sick bird supplement!

๐ŸŒŸGuardian Angel is a top-of-the-line product designed with your bird's health in mind. Tried, tested, and trusted, it combines powerful ingredients to boost immunity and combat infections quickly and effectively.

Packed with probiotics, prebiotics, vitamins, and specialised energy it:

- Supports your birdโ€™s immune system
- Aids the digestive tract
- Keeps them hydrated with essential electrolytes
- Delivers long-lasting energy
- Safe for all caged and aviary birds, including pigeons and poultry!

Make sure you have Guardian Angel in your bird's health kit to keep them flying high! ๐ŸŒˆ

MEREY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE! we hope you all have a wonderful day ๐ŸŽ„ and just a reminder that we are CLOSED to day. But make...
25/12/2024

MEREY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE! we hope you all have a wonderful day ๐ŸŽ„ and just a reminder that we are CLOSED to day.

But make sure to share all your feathered friends celebrations in the comments below!

Baby Lineolated Parakeets Available Now! ๐Ÿฆœ๐Ÿ’šยฃ75.00 EachMeet the Lineolated Parakeet โ€“ a small to medium-sized, charming b...
18/12/2024

Baby Lineolated Parakeets Available Now! ๐Ÿฆœ๐Ÿ’š

ยฃ75.00 Each

Meet the Lineolated Parakeet โ€“ a small to medium-sized, charming bird native to Central and South America. Known for their gentle nature, Linnies are quiet, curious, and love to climb, making them perfect for those who prefer a more laid-back bird companion. ๐ŸŒฟ

These intelligent, sweet birds are often considered great starter pets, especially for first-time bird owners who might feel a little apprehensive. They have a calm temperament and can be found in various stunning colour mutations in captivity. ๐Ÿฆ‹

While they may start out a bit shy, Linnies are incredibly affectionate and can learn to mimic sounds and even simple phrases over time. ๐Ÿ’ฌ With patience and care, theyโ€™ll become loving, cuddly members of your family who adore attention and affection. ๐Ÿฅฐ

Do you have one of our Lineolated Parakeets? Share your experience with us in the comments below โ€“ weโ€™d love to hear how your Linnie is settling in!

Interested in bringing one home? Want to learn more about these delightful birds? Check out our comprehensive care booklet, packed with all the guidelines and recommendations you need to ensure your new feathered friend thrives. โฌ‡๏ธ
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XEDU4Mnl8QLEAT__QW4m6ugALtfgSTOiskFkifVhQmE/edit?usp=sharing

Check out our website or phone to enquire:
๐Ÿ“ž>01329846521
๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ>www.riversideaviaries.co.uk

This pink plumage is often one that capture all of our customers eyes ๐Ÿ‘€ post your answers in the comments below!Answer t...
14/12/2024

This pink plumage is often one that capture all of our customers eyes ๐Ÿ‘€ post your answers in the comments below!

Answer to be revealed on our story this evening ๐Ÿฆœ

PLEASE WELCOME TO OUR COLLECTION OUR NEW COLOURFUL ADDITION, THE SPLENDID PARAKEET! ๐Ÿช„๐ŸŒˆยฃ95.00 Each *Please note at curren...
11/12/2024

PLEASE WELCOME TO OUR COLLECTION OUR NEW COLOURFUL ADDITION, THE SPLENDID PARAKEET! ๐Ÿช„๐ŸŒˆ

ยฃ95.00 Each

*Please note at current all of our young splendids have been kept underheat so are not suited to go out into outdoor UNHEATED aviaries*

Native to Australia, these vibrant parakeets naturally inhabit woodland areas, mallee scrub, and grasslands, where they can often be found in small family groups or pairs. With proper care, Splendid Parakeets can live 15-20 years in captivity, making them a long-term companion for dedicated bird enthusiasts.

When it comes to housing, these beautiful birds require a minimum cage size of 31" x 31" x 31" for a pair, with temperatures maintained between 18-27ยฐC. They need gradual acclimation to outdoor temperatures, as sudden changes can be stressful for them. These active birds thrive with plenty of enrichment including multiple perches of varying diameters, toys, swings, and opportunities for exercise. Natural branches, rope perches, and foraging toys are particularly beneficial for their physical and mental well-being.

While they can adapt well to outdoor aviaries during warmer months once properly acclimated, it's essential to ensure they always have access to shelter from weather extremes. Their housing should provide both security and opportunities for exercise and play to maintain their health and happiness.

Check out our website or phone to enquire:
๐Ÿ“ž>01329846521
๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ>www.riversideaviaries.co.uk

๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿฆ Parrot Safety Tips for Holiday Prep and Celebrations๐Ÿฆ๐ŸŽ„The holidays are here, but it's important to make sure your par...
10/12/2024

๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿฆ Parrot Safety Tips for Holiday Prep and Celebrations๐Ÿฆ๐ŸŽ„

The holidays are here, but it's important to make sure your parrot stays safe while you enjoy the festivities! Here are some must-follow tips for a bird-friendly Christmas season:

๐ŸŽ„ Christmas Prep

1. Live trees are safe for your parrotโ€”but avoid the sap, as it can be harmful.
2. Discourage your bird from sitting in or on the tree to prevent accidents.
3. Skip the fake snow and glitterโ€”these can be toxic if ingested.

โœจ Decorations

1. Keep all decorations out of your parrotโ€™s reach to avoid any accidental chewing.
2. Hide electrical cords to prevent your bird from chewing on them.
3. Avoid placing lights around or near their cage to reduce the risk of burns or electrocution.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Holiday Safety

1. Keep harmful foods like chocolate, alcohol, and salty treats well away from your parrot.
2. Remove toxic plants like mistletoe, holly, and poinsettia from your home.
3. Stick to your parrotโ€™s regular feeding schedule and keep their cage in the same spot to avoid stress.

Letโ€™s make sure your feathered friend enjoys a safe and happy holiday season! ๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ

Check out our website or phone for enquires:
๐Ÿ“ž>01329846521
๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ>www.riversideaviaries.co.uk

๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿฆœ Fun Fact: Celestial Parrotlets & Sexual Dimorphism! ๐Ÿฆœ๐ŸŒˆDid you know? Male and female Pacific Parrotlets may look a bit...
07/12/2024

๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿฆœ Fun Fact: Celestial Parrotlets & Sexual Dimorphism! ๐Ÿฆœ๐ŸŒˆ

Did you know? Male and female Pacific Parrotlets may look a bit different from each other! ๐Ÿ˜ฒ

๐Ÿฆœ Males sport vibrant, bright colours โ€“ think of those stunning turquoise, blue, and green feathers. These little guys love to show off their bright plumage!

๐Ÿฆœ Females, on the other hand, have more subtle, earthy tones โ€“ with a mix of green and yellow feathers. While their colours are less flashy, they are just as charming and playful!

So, next time youโ€™re with a Celestial Parrotlet, remember โ€“ itโ€™s not just their personalities that make them unique, their feathers tell a story too! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿฆœ TREAT STICK VS MILLET SPRAYS: Which one wins your bird's heart? ๐ŸŒพLet's settle this age-old debate! Does your feathered...
03/12/2024

๐Ÿฆœ TREAT STICK VS MILLET SPRAYS: Which one wins your bird's heart? ๐ŸŒพ

Let's settle this age-old debate! Does your feathered friend go crazy for a classic treat stick, or are they team millet spray? ๐Ÿค”

๐ŸŒŸ Treat Stick Squad:

- Long-lasting fun
- Perfect foraging activity
- Packed with variety

๐ŸŒŸ Millet Spray Gang:

- Natural goodness
- Easy portion control
- Ultimate training treat

Comment below with your bird's favorite! Bonus points for sharing photos of your bird enjoying their preferred treat! ๐Ÿ“ธ

Looking for a new flavour to treat your bird or something to make up their Christmas pud? ๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿป๐ŸฐThen check out our Palm oil...
02/12/2024

Looking for a new flavour to treat your bird or something to make up their Christmas pud? ๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿป๐Ÿฐ

Then check out our Palm oil samples!

Our Palm Oil extract is an exciting way to introduce natural flavors and behaviors into your parrot's life. It's perfect size for our little species like Conures, Quakers, Parrotlets, and Linnies who naturally seek this food in the wildโ€”making it an ideal enrichment activity for your parrot.

Sourced from natural ingredients, this extract provides Vitamin A and minerals while enhancing feather condition and color. It's suitable as a supplement for both companion and breeding birds, with a consistency that's perfect for encouraging natural foraging behaviors.

Check out our website or phone for inquiries:
๐Ÿ“ž>01329846521
๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธwww.riversideaviaries.co.uk

Not only do budgies come in a fantastic range of unique colour, have a wide variety of personality and talking abilities...
23/11/2024

Not only do budgies come in a fantastic range of unique colour, have a wide variety of personality and talking abilities equivalent to birds of much larger size! but are also a one of a kind species out in the wild ๐Ÿฆœโœจ

Every bird is magical in their own way, make sure you let us know what makes your feathery friend absolutely unique in the comments down below!

It is coming close to that time of the year!  โ„๏ธ๐ŸŽ…So make sure you know when are opening times are going to be during the...
21/11/2024

It is coming close to that time of the year! โ„๏ธ๐ŸŽ…

So make sure you know when are opening times are going to be during the Christmas period.

If you haven't already, then make sure you pop in store to get your feathery friends their Christmas gifts to day!

08/11/2024
Firework night is fast approaching ๐ŸŽ† so make sure you know the steps to prevent your bird from getting startled!Firework...
04/11/2024

Firework night is fast approaching ๐ŸŽ† so make sure you know the steps to prevent your bird from getting startled!

Firework night can bring loud noises and bright sudden lights which, some birds can remained undisturbed, but some birds can become extremely frightened and stressed. So here are some tactic to help keep your bird calm during fireworks night.

1. ensure curtains and blinds are closed!

As much as the firework displays are beautiful enough for us to look at, bright flashes can be very alarming for your feathery friends. Making sure that all blinds and curtains are closed will help them to feel more settled and less startled. Especially as birds vision is a primary sense so any late night disturbance in the dark are normally picked up immediately. Also blocking out windows is much safer than covering your hole birds cage. We would also advise that if you keep your bird in very close proximity to the window then it would be best to move them away to a cosy corner of the room so they feel less exposed.

2. Leave a night light on in the room.

Leaving a night light on in the room can help your bird as just in case they do become startled and full off their perch then they have a source of light to help them navigate back up to safety.

3. Play some calming music.

As discussed by us before birds actually do quite enjoy the sound of music and it can help in the prevention of stress. Also playing music may overlay any loud bangs from fireworks and make it sound less threatening.

4. avoid hosting event in close proximity to your property.

Obviously if possible avoid hosting firework displays on your own property or in close proximity to your property.

For Aviary keepers some of these tips can also apply to you to help aiding your aviary birds. Such as placing a night light in the aviary so the birds are able to navigate if they become shocked and also covering the exterior of your aviary so your birds feel less exposed.

24/10/2024

PLEASE SHARE THIS IMAGE to help us combat the nutrition myths that continue to dominate social media. Keep diversifying those diets with whole foods to enrich the lives of the birds we keep with biobirdblends.com!

Citation: Mellore Emma L., McDonald Kinkaid Heather K., Mendl Michael T., Cuthill Innes C., van Zeeland Yvonne R. A. and Mason Georgia J. (2021). Nature calls: intelligence and natural foraging style predict poor welfare in captive parrots. Proc. R. Soc. B. Biological Sciences

WINTER MIX NOW AVAILABLE AGAIN IN STORE! โ„๏ธMake sure your aviary birds are well fuelled this winter. With our special ha...
16/10/2024

WINTER MIX NOW AVAILABLE AGAIN IN STORE! โ„๏ธ

Make sure your aviary birds are well fuelled this winter. With our special hand made winter mix you can ensure to give your aviary birds a high energy and high fat diet to get them through the cold temperatures during winter.
So make sure you are stocked up and improving your birds comfort this winter. Check out our Winter mix in store now!

Check our website or phone for enquires โฌ‡๏ธ
๐Ÿ“ž>01329846521
๐Ÿ–ฅ>www.riversideaviaries.co.uk

We know all our birds are beautiful no matter the colour, but wish do you find most catches your eye? ๐Ÿ‘๏ธ
24/09/2024

We know all our birds are beautiful no matter the colour, but wish do you find most catches your eye? ๐Ÿ‘๏ธ

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