Discover the brain science behind how birds learn to sing, from song nuclei to social cues and critical learning windows.

Not all pet birds have the physical or cognitive ability to learn songs, and understanding the difference can help owners set ...

Some birds that mimic humans can only say a few words or phrases. For instance, crows in captivity often repeat words like ...

Birds, like some other pets, are experts at masking illness. This is why signs of stress can sometimes be symptoms of an underlying medical condition. A sudden change in your bird’s behavior means you ...

Calm, affectionate, and perfect for any household.

California treats most non-domesticated wildlife as restricted by default, which is just one reason why it has some of the ...

If your perfect weekend means canceling plans, ordering takeout and settling in for a movie marathon, you might want a house cat who shares that same energy. While some felines dream of scaling fences ...

In-home euthanasia services have always been an important component of veterinary hospice and palliative care, offering dogs and cats a peaceful death in a familiar environment. Less frequently ...

SMITHFIELD, Va. (WAVY) — At 41-years-old, Boo the Cockatoo has made many strides in life. Now, he has the potential to make history. Boo is up for therapy pet of the year through Pet Partners. He is ...

As biodiversity declines and the number of pets in European households increases, wildlife conservation and animal welfare advocacy are increasingly at loggerheads. We urgently need to reconcile these ...

Discover Zaksee Bird Sanctuary in Tampa, Florida, where rescued parrots live in lush aviaries built by hand and visitors ...

What types of trauma injuries do veterinarians specializing in exotic species commonly see in practice? And what are some ...