Pets are proven to boost kids' self-esteem, cognitive development, and social skills. The best time to get a pet is when children are school-age, 5 or older. Kids benefit the most from dogs and cats, ...

(CNN) — Parrots are smart, with some species found to have the problem-solving skills of a young child. So if small kids can use technology in some capacity, why can’t parrots? Researchers aiming to ...

Most birds will make their presence known by using unique sounds. Certain bird breeds are notorious for being vocal. And while your pet bird’s voice may appeal to you, it could be hurting your ...

Parrots are a popular pet in many American households. They are intelligent, attractive, and entertaining companions that can make a house come to life. But birds have some different needs than other ...

LOS ANGELES - Karen Windsor is familiar with just about every excuse for giving up a parrot. They include divorce, marriage, babies, kids leaving home, kids moving back, "the bird hates me," age and ...