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PROFESSIONAL ADVICE Choosing the Perfect Pet Bird By Steven Bromberg, VMD Parrot Sun Conure Choosing the proper pet bird is more important than selecting other pets, as they have longer life expectancies than cats or dogs, ranging from fifteen years for a cockatiel to over seventy years for a large parrot. People often purchase birds for the wrong reasons. Rather than making an emotional decision, one needs to do his/her homework to improve the chance of a successful “marriage”. Issues such as budget (i.e. cost of bird, its cage, toys, food, and accessories) along with annual veterinary care need to be considered. In general, the larger the bird, the more expensive it will be to maintain. Important considerations include time commitments spent with the bird, environmental issues associated with the bird’s housing, and its relationship with others in the house, as well as your next-door neighbor! Young children and birds don’t always get along, and sudden movements and loud noises can make some birds very nervous. Perhaps the best bird for a household with small children would be one of the smaller species like finches or parakeets. Big birds have larger beaks, which can be very intimidating to both adults and children alike, to say the least!. Different birds carry different levels of responsibilities for their owners. Some, like finches and canaries, are basically “ornament birds”, that is to say, they are for visual enjoyment only. Budgies (parakeets) and cockatiels are easily handled and make wonderful starter birds for first-time owners. Conures can be quite playful, but beware; some species can be quite noisy. If you’re looking for an early wake up call this is the bird for you. Parrots, on the other hand, are larger and require more time and attention. Their popularity stems from their great ability to talk and mimic sounds. Parrots, likened to two-to-three year old children, require regular attention, or they may develop serious behavioral problems. Cockatoos and macaws are for the more experienced bird owners, as they can be very demanding of their owner’s time. Husbandry, that is caging, cleaning, and general care, follows the same principles for all birds. The difference is in the size of area needed and the amount of toys provided along with appropriate changes in quantity and the variety of foods offered. Be aware also of the great mess they make; regular hygiene is the single most important step in the prevention of potential disease spread. Birds that are hand-fed and handled frequently as babies generally make for the best socialized pets and are well worth the little “extra” they cost. Visit with the bird several times and handle it as much as possible before you purchase. Birds are intelligent, social creatures that need to interact with their owners on a daily basis. They vocalize to communicate, so don’t cover the cage and ignore them. Birds follow natural biorhythms associated with the sunlight, so don’t expect to “fool” Mother Nature. Choosing the right bird can be fun and rewarding, but most importantly, it is a lifestyle commitment involving the entire family and should be well thought out. To avoid health issues later, make sure a veterinary health certificate accompanies your purchase. Good luck and choose wisely! Steven Bromberg, VMD is Director of Sample Road Animal Hospital/Bird Clinic in Coral Springs. Zebra Finch 108
Parkland Chamber of Commerce The Parkland Chamber of Commerce’s August evening meeting was hosted by Essen My Deli, located in the Waterway Shoppes on State Road 7 in Parkland. Throughout the year, the PCC plans numerous social and business get-togethers. Its members network in a relaxed environment, and socialize with friends, neighbors and local politicians. Meeting times are the first Thursday of each month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and the third Thursday from 7:30-9:00 a.m. The meeting locations vary from month to month, so please visit the Chamber’s website: www.parklandchamber.com. If you would like to sponsor a meeting or make use of a table top display, please telephone the Chamber’s Executive Assistant, Dana Josephson, at 954-340-0005. the PARKLANDER 109
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