Siggy, the Cockatiel looks proud and very handsome in this picture submited for a jigsaw puzzle by Jackie Turnbull.

Many part of the world have very cold temperatures during the winter months and sometimes you might have to take your bird out in the cold.

Your bird´s nail can get very sharp and much too long. Learn how to properly cut them.

How has pet bird care changed through the years?

If you are interested in birds, but have never had one before now, what species should you be interested in? Most people would consider one of the smaller species to be "starter birds".

We are now heading towards winter in the northern hemisphere and that means cold weather and often snow. Since most of our pet birds are tropical birds that do not normally live in cold weather, we have to take steps to ensure they are kept healthy.