| It's very important that you feed your cockatiel an | | | | enjoy eating almonds, cashews, walnuts, and |
| appropriate diet. Otherwise, you'll open the door to | | | | pecans. Macadamia and pistachio nuts are also fine. |
| a wide range of health problems for your bird. This | | | | You should be careful not to feed too many nuts |
| article will teach you a few things you need to know | | | | because they can be high in fat, which can cause |
| about cockatiel food. | | | | health problems. |
| Fruits/Veggies | | | | Protein |
| Fruits and vegetables are an important part of your | | | | If you want your bird to be completely healthy, you |
| bird's diet. You should feed them on a daily basis. | | | | should make sure he has plenty of protein in his |
| He will enjoy carrots, grapes, apples, spinach, and | | | | diet. Birds that are molting will especially benefit |
| peas. You can also feed him yams, sweet | | | | from extra protein. Fish, cottage cheese, chicken, |
| potatoes, watercress and corn. If you don't have | | | | lean meats, and turkey are all good sources of |
| any of these available, then baby food with | | | | protein. Eggs that have been scrambled or |
| vegetables and fruit is a suitable alternative. | | | | hard-boiled are also good. |
| Seeds | | | | Treats |
| Virtually everyone knows that birds love seeds. So, | | | | Every good bird deserves a treat every now and |
| you should feed your cockatiel seeds too. There | | | | then. You can feed him your favorite cereal such as |
| are a variety of seeds you can feed him. Some of | | | | cornflakes, rice krispies, cheerios, or froot loops. |
| the most popular choices include white millet, | | | | Unsalted popcorn also serves as a nice treat. |
| sunflower, sesame, flax, and hemp seeds. | | | | Besides these foods, your local pet shop should have |
| Nuts | | | | treats that your cockatiel will enjoy. |
| Nuts are also suitable cockatiel food. These birds | | | | |