TielTamer

This is really hard to write but my life circumstances have changed significantly and I'm not sure I can give my lineolated parakeet the attention they deserve anymore. I love Pistachio but I want what's best for them. How do I decide? And if I do rehome, how do I find them a good home?

I know how stressful this can be. Just know you're not alone and most of us have been through something similar.

Totally normal, don't stress! Birds go through phases just like any other pet.

You're clearly a caring bird owner — the fact you're asking for help shows that. Your bird is lucky to have you.

I want to set up a proper play area outside the cage for my canary but I'm not sure what to get. Looking at play gyms and java trees. Anyone in Bloor West Village know where to buy them? Pictures of your setup would be amazing!

My blue and gold macaw absolutely LOVES my partner but hisses and lunges at me, and I'm the one who feeds and cleans! Anyone else deal with this? How did you build a relationship with a one-person bird?

I've done a ton of research on this because my umbrella cockatoo had the same issue. Here's what I learned: the most common cause is a subtle environmental change you might not even notice. What worked for us was removing mirrors from the cage — can cause hormonal or aggressive behavior. I also started rotating toys weekly so they always have something "new" and noticed improvement within a week. It's a process but it gets better.

Planning a trip for the summer and wondering how far in advance I should book a bird sitter. Last December I left it too late and struggled to find anyone in Kitchener who knows birds. Lesson learned!

Welcome!! Looking forward to hearing more about your feathered friend. Don't be shy about asking questions!

cockatiel owner from North York checking in! Kiwi is 1 years old.

You're clearly a caring bird owner — the fact you're asking for help shows that. Your bird is lucky to have you.

Yes!! My Biscuit does this too. green cheek conure owners can relate.

Your bird is in good hands. The fact that you're researching this shows how much you care.

The Toronto Humane Society sometimes has birds available for adoption too. Worth checking if you're in the downtown area.

What kind of cage setup do you have? Sometimes the environment is a factor.

I've had birds for 15 years and I've seen this many times. In my experience it usually comes down to molting — they get uncomfortable and cranky.

Welcome! Great to have you here. Your umbrella cockatoo sounds wonderful!

With all the dust my canary produces (seriously, it's like living in a flour mill), I need an air purifier. Which ones are safe around birds? I know ionizers are dangerous. Any recommendations that work well in a Toronto apartment?