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.

Here is a closeup of a sweet young Budgie's head in a jigsaw puzzle for you to put together.

How does the time change affect your pet bird(s)? Well – for us, we get to sleep an extra hour at this time of year, but for your bird, that just means he, she or they have to wait an extra hour for their food and some attention from you.

You have just brought your baby cockatiel home and now you start thinking about what to feed your new pet. Actually, once you bring him home, it is a little late to just start thinking about food for your new companion.

You have just brought your baby budgie home and now you start thinking about what to feed the little guy.

Some people still think grit is necessary in their bird´s diet, but others say it can actually cause problems and should definitely not be used.