Birds can be wonderful pets if raised and handled correctly. There are many types of house birds, but not every bird is appropriate for a pet. Some birds need to live in large flocks to be healthy and ...

It’s important to think about your lifestyle before selecting a pet to keep you company. You might not want to adopt a dog or cat if you live in a small space or if you spend a lot of time out of the ...

This blue budgie is a playful parakeet with a typical lifespan of 5–10 years. Macaws and cockatoos can live to be 70–80 years old. averess / Getty Images/iStockphoto My middle schooler decided she ...

Small animals are popular with children and adults for many reasons. They're cute, and easy to handle, which means lots of cuddle opportunities. But not all small pet species enjoy being picked up or ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joan Verdon is a veteran retail reporter based in Northern New Jersey. Petco is thinking small with its next big move, and taking ...

Strolling through St. Paul’s Phalen Park last fall with some birdwatching friends, I heard an unusual bird call, repeated several times. Following the sounds to an oak tree, we were startled to see ...

Many breeds of hawks live and hunt in Santa Barbara County. Cats, small dogs, pet birds (outside in their cages for the day or in aviaries), chickens, other poultry and rabbits may become a meal for ...

JACKSON COUNTY, Ill. (WSIL)-- Several animal care officials are warning small animal pet owners about birds of prey. Officials say this is the time of year when hawks start to present as a danger. Pet ...