Parakeet Information
By: Nancy Richards
http://www.pet-parrots.com
Authentic parakeet information is numero uno for anyone who
decides to keep parakeets as pets in the house. Wrong or
insufficient parakeet information can lead to loss of peace of
mind to unhealthy and sick parakeets in your house. You wouldn't
want anything of the kind in your life, isn't it? Prevention is
always better than cure. Here are some basic parakeet information
for all you parakeet lovers.
'Parakeets' means "small parrots". Parakeets have as many
variations of their breed as there are varieties of their color.
Parakeets come in a large variety of colors including pastel
blues, yellows, dark greens, violets, solid whites and almost
limitless combinations of the same.
Parakeets include Alexandrine ring-necked, Indian and African
ring-necked, Rosellas and Scarlet Chested varieties. Turquoisine
and Eleganane are types of Grass Parakeets. Their small size,
bright colors, and cheerful disposition make them perfect pets.
It is calming to listen to their quiet chattering and chirping.
Some parakeets even learn to talk.
Keeping parakeets with other species of parrots is a form of
punishment. It is known as solitary keeping. This can lead to
communication problems and other related parakeet behavior
problems. Turning their heads all around and burying them on
their backs and resting on one leg are not to be diagnosed as
parakeet behavior problems at all.
Parakeet care is the most important step in keeping parakeets as
pets. Remember their immune systems can be touchy. This means
that at the first sign of illness, you should contact your
veterinarian immediately. A constant monitoring of their diet,
regular showering and grooming, cleaning of cages can help you
avoid frequent vet visits.
Parakeet health includes a healthy diet and plenty of fresh
water. Foods that are safe are peas, carrots, peppers, tomatoes,
zucchini, broccoli, pineapples, apples, banana. You should change
the water everyday.
Parakeet illnesses are the usual tag-alongs when you decide to
get a parakeet for a pet. Usually, there are no documented
symptoms. However, you can detect parakeet illnesses from ruffled
plumage, resting often with its head tucked under the wing or
rump, not eating, discharge from the nostrils or mouth and cloudy
eyes.
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