Millet Nomming

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Michelle M.

Cooper and Ozzie did a great job on their photo shoots, so they got a little treat.

Budgie Kabob

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Michelle M.

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 and 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!

A Feathery Fairy Tale

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Michelle M.

Once upon a time there was a beautiful little princess who was admired far and wide. two

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.

Birdie Bread

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Michelle M.

The last time I went to our local bird store, I saw some bird bread mix and thought I’d give it a try.

The ingredients are: polenta*, whole wheat flour*, yellow corn*, carrots*, sweet potato, blueberries, cherries, coconut, flax seed, buckwheat groats*, quinoa* and Mmmmmmillet*.

*organic

The recipe called for two eggs, one cup of water and two tablespoons of vegetable oil. Cooper supervised. Or should I say, “Coopervised”?

We used a glass loaf pan. No non-stick pans allowed – teflon fumes are toxic for budgies!

Cooper wasn’t too sure about this glop – but into the oven it went for 30 minutes.

At first they budgies didn’t know what to make of it. I threw some lettuce in to help tempt them. Sunny was more interested in chewing up the paper plate. Cooper (the finickiest of the flock) was the first to give the bread a try.

It wasn’t too long before they all gave it a nibble.

The bread was a success! A good thing, since there’s a lot of it. It stores nicely in the fridge, so the budgies will be having yummy leftovers this week.

Cooper gives Momma Bird’s Birdie Bread 5 stars!

Silly Ozzie?

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Michelle M.

Ozzie didn’t really do anything silly this week. But he was cute and adorable (as always). Here are some pictures of him eating his favorite food – lettuce!