• How to Transition Your Bird to a New Diet - Trips & Tricks

    How to Transition Your Bird to a New Diet - Trips & Tricks

    Birds and Parrots can be notoriously picky eaters, which can make transitioning them to a new diet a bit of a challenge.

    At Exotic Wings, we’ve helped countless bird owners navigate this process successfully. We’re sharing our go-to transition method, along with a few extra tips and tricks to make the experience as smooth and stress-free as possible!

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  • Why Buy A Bird Cage From Exotic Wings

    Why Buy A Bird Cage From Exotic Wings

    Is a high quality bird cage really worth the extra cost? A bird’s cage is more than just a home; it’s their Sanctuary. At Exotic Wings & Pet Things, we offer only top-quality cages that are designed with safety, comfort, and enrichment in mind.

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  • Prior Bird Experience - What Does It Really Mean

    Prior Bird Experience - What Does It Really Mean

    If you've ever tried to adopt or purchase a bird you’ve probably come across the phrase “prior bird experience required.” But what exactly does that mean?

    Let’s take a look at what it really means, and why it matters.

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  • The Ultimate Bird Size Chart

    The Ultimate Bird Size Chart

    What makes a bird toy good for "small" birds or what about "large" birds? What counts as what? Here you will find our official bird sizing chart which we use...
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  • Your Pet Bird And Egg Laying

    Your Pet Bird And Egg Laying

    Whether they have a mate or not, many female pet birds may decide to lay eggs. While it is more common in the spring and summer, it can happen any time of year. Here you will find some tips on how you can both discourage and eliminate unwanted egg laying.
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  • Is My Bird Sick? - The ABCs of Illness Detection

    Is My Bird Sick? - The ABCs of Illness Detection

    Birds must be observed very carefully every day for subtle signs of illness. If several symptoms are present at the same time, contact your avian veterinarian immediately. Any stress can weaken a bird’s immune system, but because they disguise signs of sickness, you must know what to look for so you can catch problems early.
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  • Which Bar Spacing Is Right For My Bird?

    Which Bar Spacing Is Right For My Bird?

    Knowing what size of bar spacing is the right fit for your bird can be a challenge! Correct bar spacing is important because inadequate bar spacing can cause to potential injury of your bird or lead to an escaped bird.  That's why we have created the following chart to help guide you on your journey of purchasing a new bird cage.

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  • Male vs Female Bird As Pets

    Male vs Female Bird As Pets

    Everyone knows that if you’re looking to get a pet bird and you want something colourful and talkative you HAVE to get a male, right? Because female birds are always dull coloured and can’t talk, right? Wrong.
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  • Keeping Stocked For The Holidays

    Keeping Stocked For The Holidays

    It's no secret that the global supply chain has been shaken up over the past year and this has had some effect on the availability of some bird food's and supplies. Here we will share how you can keep your birdie cabinets full this winter and avoid disappointment.
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  • Safe & Unsafe Plants For Birds

    Safe & Unsafe Plants For Birds

    This list is a compilation of several different lists by various bird clubs, books, and magazines about plants that are non-toxic and safe for birds. Always be sure to use caution and common sense in your plant choices.
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  • Traveling With Your Bird

    Traveling With Your Bird

    Traveling with your bird can be a wonderful experience, but there are things that you need to think about and do to ensure your bird’s safety while they are away from home. 

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