They're chipper, can live long lives and sometimes repeat words we don't want them to: Parrots are colorful animals that, given the right care and attention, will make any home better. "Birds are not ...

The desire to communicate with pets is a long-held dream among many loving owners. When it comes to our most common companions, we continue to learn how dogs understand our words and what cat noises ...

Parrots make great pets, but owners might have to appoint a guardian for them in their will because they can live to be over 80 years old. "It's more like having a child than having a pet,” said ...

Taylor-O’Connor (formerly Cunha) is a lawyer and animal cognition researcher who lives in Jupiter, Florida — and grew up in a ...

If your new parrot looks droopy, be on guard. People who bought pet birds in the last three months may be at risk for an infection that can cause pneumonia, the Minnesota Department of Health said ...