Learn what a healthy bird should look like and how it should act. Take your new bird to an avian veterinarian within a day or so of purchase for a check up. If you have a preference for male or female, remember it may be difficult to tell the difference in some species. If breeding the bird is in the plans for the future, DNA testing or surgical sexing is available at some veterinary clinics. These questions should just be the start of the consideration process.
Birds are intelligent, amazing animals that deserve a long, healthy, happy life.
If you determine one will fit in with your lifestyle, enjoy your new feathered friend. Birds for Dummies. The Complete Bird Owner's Handbook. An Owner's Guide. Inc. All rights reserved.