Sep 18, 2026 | The Wonky Flock
I, like an increasing number of Bird owners, provide foraging & enrichment to my Birds. Whilst the word ‘enrichment’ is becoming familiar to people, the true meaning behind it often remains cloudy. Because enrichment is a hugely complex & in-depth...
Sep 18, 2026 | The Wonky Flock
Enrichment is an animal husbandry principle that seeks to enhance the quality of life of domestic animals by allowing them to safely use their remaining natural instincts, enhance their environment & increase their wellbeing. Enrichment actually positively alters...
Sep 18, 2026 | The Wonky Flock
Starting our Birds on an enrichment program can be a daunting task, but it really isn’t as tricky as we think it will be. When setting up an activity, we need to think creatively & try to incorporate as many of the 5 key areas of enrichment (dietary,...
Sep 18, 2026 | The Wonky Flock
So many Budgies have their light strictly controlled by their owners. This can manifest in 2 ways for pet Budgies, 1. Covering them & leaving them in darkness before dusk or 2. Preventing them from being in darkness by having artificial light after dusk. There may...
Sep 18, 2026 | The Wonky Flock
Birds are not like any other pet; you can’t simply bring them into your family & continue to do everything as you always have done. It can be hard for owners to understand, but the very air they breathe can kill them or make them sick. Many homes have air...
Sep 18, 2026 | The Wonky Flock
I have spoken before about the psychological nutrition program my Birds are on & why I provide it. It continues to be one of my most responded to articles. One thing that often confuses people is why language is such a central feature to the psychological...
