Adopting an Older Pet Bird
Advice on adopting someone's parrot, which can be a wonderful experience if you know what to look for. Avian Network New Bird Owner Tips
Tips on selecting a bird and general information on what you need to know to become a first-time bird owner.
Buying A Quality Pet Bird
Very thorough article on how to choose a breeder or pet store from which to purchase your pet bird. Buying Birds from Afar
Subtitled, "Cons and Unscrupulous Sellers," this article gives some tips on avoiding the common pitfalls of buying birds from a distance. Buying Birds at Bird Fairs
Beware of certain types of sellers, dirty cages, and unweaned babies! Sometimes the "great deals" you find at bird marts can turn out to be real heartaches. Choosing a Bird
From Up At Six aviaries, good advice on what to look for, what type of bird will best fit your lifestyle, and cost considerations. How to Buy a Bird
Contains a checklist to make sure you are ready for the responsibilities of owning a parrot. How to Purchase a Canary
Pointers on selecting the canary that is just right for you. Inspecting and Choosing a Healthy Bird
Article originally published in the Caged Bird Hobbyist. New Bird Information
What you need to do to prepare for your new pet. Paulie: The Perfect Pet?
Many aviculturists became concerned that the movie Paulie did not really show the responsibilities that owning a parrot entails. Be sure that you understand the implications before buying one! Pet Bird Page
Descriptions of many of the most popular pet birds, most with photographs. Selecting a Bird
Some pointers from the American Veterinary Medical Association. Selecting a Pet Bird: Species Profiles
Concise profiles of various popular pet bird species and some tips on how to decide which one is right for you and your lifestyle. Selecting the Right Bird for You
Things to consider when deciding which parrot is right for you, such as your level of experience, time constraints, and budget. So You Think You Want a Bird
Michael Held cautions, "After falling in love with and buying a bird, many people find that birds just don't fit into their lifestyle after all."
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