Ensuring Balanced Nutrition for Your Pet Birds: Overcoming Selective Feeding
Pet birds bring joy and companionship to our lives, but ensuring their dietary needs are met can sometimes be a challenge. Selective feeding, where birds pick and choose certain foods over others,...
Unlocking the Nutritional Secret: Feeding Your Eclectus Parrot with Care
Eclectus parrots, with their resplendent plumage and engaging personalities, enchant avian enthusiasts worldwide. Yet, beneath their vibrant exterior lies a delicate balance of dietary needs, particularly concerning iron intake. In this...
How to Transition Your Baby Pet Bird Off Porridge: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you a proud owner of a baby pet bird, but now it's time to transition them from porridge to solid food? Don't fret! Weaning your feathered friend off porridge can...
Unlocking Wellness for Your Pet Birds: The Role of Zeolite in Nature's Nest Pellets
As devoted caretakers of our pet birds, ensuring their health and happiness is at the forefront of our priorities. At Nature's Nest, we understand the unique dietary needs of avian...
The Perfect Perch: Choosing the Right Cage Size for Your Feathered Friends
Welcome to the colorful and chirping world of pet birds and parrots! As a bird owner or a prospective one, you've likely pondered over the best ways to provide a...
Understanding Feather Plucking in Birds: Causes and Solutions
The Puzzling Behavior of Feather Plucking Feather plucking in birds is a behavior that often puzzles and concerns pet owners. This habit, where a bird repeatedly plucks or tears out...
Caring for Birds in Summer: Tips for a Cool and Comfortable Avian Companion
As temperatures soar and days lengthen, it's crucial to help our winged companions stay cool and comfortable. Here's a guide to ensuring your bird's well-being during hot summer months, emphasizing the...
The Importance of Blanched Peanuts for Parrots: A Healthier Choice for Your Feathered Friends
When it comes to providing the best nutrition for our beloved parrots, every detail matters. One such detail is the type of peanuts we offer them. Many parrot owners are unaware...
Easing Your Parrot into Nature’s Nest Bird Feed: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you considering switching your parrot's diet to Nature's Nest bird feed but worried about how they'll adjust? Transitioning birds, especially those used to a seed-based diet, to a new...
The Importance of Regular Avian Check-Ups
For avian enthusiasts, feathered companions aren't just pets; they are cherished members of the family. Just like any other pet, birds require proper care and attention to lead happy and healthy...
Vitamins and Minerals in Nature's Nest Pellets: The Cornerstone of Parrot Nutrition
Your parrot's well-being hinges upon the nutrition it receives. The diet you provide plays a pivotal role in determining its overall health and happiness. Nature's Nest understands this critical aspect of...
Feathered Friends' Nutritional Needs: Why Registered Bird Food Matters in South Africa
IntroductionAt Nature's Nest, our passion lies in nourishing our avian companions and ensuring their well-being. We understand that birds, as pets, bring a unique form of joy to our lives....
Avocado: A Hidden Danger for Our Feathered Friends
Avocado, a beloved and nutritious fruit for humans, is often praised for its creamy texture and health benefits. However, when it comes to our avian companions, this seemingly harmless superfood can...
The Hazards of a Bird Seed Diet: Why It's Not Healthy for Birds and Parrots
Birds and parrots are captivating creatures known for their vibrant colors, melodious songs, and inquisitive personalities. As responsible pet owners, it is our duty to ensure their health and well-being....
Recipe Time: Wholesome Homemade Bird Treats!
We're whipping up something special for our feathered companions – nutritious homemade bird treats that are easy to make and delightful to devour! 🌈🥜 👉 Nutrient-Packed Goodness: We all love...
The Pitfalls of Googling Pet Health Advice: Why Consulting a Vet or Avian Specialist is Essential
In today's digital age, information is just a few clicks away. When it comes to seeking advice on pet health, a quick Google search might seem like a convenient solution. However,...
The Power of Mealworms: A Nutritional Superfood for Parrots
Parrots are fascinating and intelligent creatures that require a diverse and balanced diet to thrive. While seeds, fruits, and vegetables form a substantial part of their diet, incorporating protein-rich sources...
What is in our balanced pellet?
We have had a lot of questions on what is in our pellet so we thought it would be good to write a blog post on every ingredient and why...
Fructose vs Sucrose
Did you know that we use Apple Concentrate in our pellets? Apple Concentrate contains a sugar called fructose which is the type of sugar that parrots can utilise as a...
Trusting Vets for Bird’s Best – The Importance of Veterinarian-Formulated Pellets
Feeding your pet bird a healthy and balanced diet is crucial to their overall health and wellbeing. As a responsible pet owner, you want to ensure that your feathered friend...