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Most pet owners put as much thought and care into feeding our cat or dog as we do to feeding ourselves. Browse the pet food section of your local supermarket and you will see an incredibly large choice of cat and dog food to choose from, and there are even more options if you shop at a pet store. The wording on pet food sold in the US is regulated by the Association of American Feed Control Officials. (AAFCO) Pet food manufacturers must list the ingredients by weight - with the first ingredient being the main one. The nutritional breakdown of fat, fiber and protein indicate that the food contains the minimum amount indicated and not necessarily the full amount. The pet food industry is entirely self-regulated and there is nothing to prevent pet food companies from using poor quality ingredients. Consider buying name brand pet foods for your cat or dog. They may be priced slightly higher than the equivalent store brand - but premium pet foods generally have higher quality ingredients as well as contain added vitamins and antioxidants. Try to choose pet food that suits the specific needs of your pet - .. more»

Some birds can live past 56 years, so you will need to make sure that it is the kind of pet you are really looking for. Here are some pointers you should check out before investing in a new bird. Get a young bird. It is best to get a very young bird. Training will be easier on both of you. I really believe it is better to purchase your bird from a breeder. There are good and bad breeders, so you need to do some research. Ask local vets if they know any reputable breeders. Visit them and see how well they care for the birds. If the place the birds are raised is an unhealthy mess, that's a good clue to walk away. Let the bird pick you! No joke! If you pick out a bird that you like, it doesn't mean it will like you. There is nothing worse then getting a bird that dislikes you. Birds have personalities! They pick out people they like and they may be aggressive or shy away from someone they don't like. Always have your bird vet-checked at least once a year. It's amazing how folks .. more»

AMAZON PARROT NEED Help With Biting And Agressive Issues?Aggressive double yellow headed amazon i am getting its cage bound is it possible to bring under control it it bites and is real aggressive An older man surrounded by town have 2 m and 1 f cockatiels sharing shut within. From time to time a tot is born and dies soon.?I think the problems are hygiene, lack of proper feeding of the adults and the certainty that there are 3 birds in the cage, even tho it's a obedient size cage. He's not open to help/suggestions. Any suggestions as to what I can do to help these...Another brood of adorable muscovys ducklings wipe out within 2 days, is nearby anything I can do?I live on a canal in south florida and its very upsetting to see many batches of baby ducklings completely wiped out surrounded by days. I used to think that raccoons and large birds were the key predators of the innocent ducklings, but after witnessing horrific...Any avian sanctuaries/rescue shelters surrounded by Chicago?i got a bird that i cant take care of and i involve to know if there's any avian sanctuaries .. more»