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| Question about Pets:Are there any treat type foods birds like that are healthy for them? |
There are a lot of healthy treats that your bird may like.
Others have told you about fresh fruits and veggies. You might also consider dried fruits or veggies. Dried crushed hot peppers are a favorite with most birds, and can be found in the spice section of grocery or discount stores.
Don't overlook drinks as a treat. My wife drinks water in 20 ounce bottles with a teaspoon of lemon juice added. Our Quaker parrot likes this so much that he now refuses sweet fruit juice in favor of this healthy natural drink. We put it into a small jar lid and hold it for him to drink while he watches TV with us.
Popcorn is a whole grain, and our Cockateils love it.
You can also make "Birdy bread!" Start with some whole grain flour, add an egg for protein, and then mix in some drained canned veggies such as corn or green beans. You can even crush up the eggshell and add it for calcium. add a little water and season with seed seasoning like dill seed or celery seed or crushed hot peppers. Bake in small teaspoon-sized servings, or fry quickly on a nonstick pan using no oil. Make up a large batch, and then freeze some for later. When you want to serve them, thaw one or two and just sprinkle with water and microwave for a few seconds. Serve warm, but not hot. Birds adore "Birdy Bread!"
Healthy and tasty too!
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