Birds with Special Needs and Birb Art

About this episode

This episode explores the challenges and care requirements of birds with special needs and features a discussion with a bird artist.

In this episode we fly into the world of birds with special needs, exploring the challenges and care requirements! From splay legs to blindness, we discuss various disabilities that affect birds and the compassionate care they require to live fulfilling lives. Jen also provides us with tips and advice on caring for senior birds, whose golden years often bring unique health concerns. We also talk with Jen about life as a bird artist who not only creates stunning birb art but also dedicates he...

People in this episode

Host: Sandra

Guest: Jen

Topics covered

• birds with special needs
• care requirements
• senior birds
• disabilities
• bird art

Keywords

• birds
• special needs
• care tips
• senior birds
• disabilities
• bird artist
• birb art

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: birb art

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