After reading about Susan’s kabob for her little Ellie, I had to go to the pet store and get one for the flock.
I loaded it up with Granny Smith apple, banana, carrot. I added some lettuce to entice the budgies.
But the budgies kept their distance.
Except for Ozzie, who is crazy about lettuce.
Peek-a-boo!
Look what arrived in the mail.
A blue budgie trinket box (from eBay)!
Once upon a time there was a beautiful little princess who was admired far and wide.
The tiny princess was adored by her faithful humans, who pampered her and fed her only the choicest seeds and finest millet. But her humans knew that if their beloved little princess was to live a long and healthy life she needed to eat more than just seeds. One day they decided to introduce organic fruits and vegetables into the royal diet.
They presented the petite princess with a plump green pea. But Her Royal Highness was not pleased.
Next, the humans tried to tempt her with a crisp, juicy red apple. But the princess would have none of it.
Her devoted humans would not be deterred, however. They cajoled her with a crunchy carrot. But the wee princess did not seem interested in the least.
Next up was a golden ear of sweet corn.
“Sweets for the sweet!”, the humans cried. But the stubborn little princess would not be swayed.
Succulent blueberries fit for a queen were next on the menu. But the royal budgie refused even a taste.
Next, a beautiful yellow banana picked at the height of ripeness was peeled and offered to the parakeet princess. Alas, it remained untouched.
Finally, a verdant floret of broccoli was set before the princess.
“Try this, Your Highness! It will make your eyes bright and your plumage glossy!”
Whether she found the broccoli intriguing, or the persistence of her humans tiresome, the persnickety princess finally deigned to give the veggie a nibble.
And wonder of wonders, she liked it! The loyal humans knew that with patience and perseverance their precious princess would feast upon a variety of veggies and fruits. There followed a great rejoicing throughout the realm and the little princess and her loyal humans lived happily and healthily ever after.
Harry and I often wonder what Cooper dreams about…
Little Ozzie had a great time in the bath today. I hope it took his mind off of all those pinnies coming in.
For her birthday, Sunny received the “Mini Starburst” toy from Superbird Creations. The other budgies helped her play with it (especially Ozzie).
She also got her favorite toy – marshmallows (kabobs) and feasted on millet. Sunny wants everyone to know she’s moulting and doesn’t usually look this scraggly.
Sunny turns two-ish (according to the info. from her previous owner). Sunny is still camera shy, so I couldn’t get a real pic of her with her unopened presents.
Happy birthday Sunny!
Well, the new perch I put in yesterday did not last long. Last night I heard a big clunk and this is what I found when I came in to see what happened. The rest of the perch was on the bottom of the cage. Cooper was looking very pleased with herself.
That’s two perches in two days! And it’s not like Cooper and Sunny don’t have several wooden toys to chew on. No more dowel perches for these budgies.
After shredding this perfectly nice (and new) perch, this one decided to move on to the wooden perches.
(caught in the act)
On the other side of the perch, this one decided to join in on the fun.
Guilty!
Budgie or beaver?
So I put a new perch in and a couple hours later, she was at it again. Sigh.