Buddy’s Branch

Practical guidance, welfare education, and advocacy for pet birds.

Welcome to Buddy’s Branch

Little Beaks’ knowledge centre for welfare, advocacy, and general information for companion bird care.

This area is still in progress and will have resources added over time.

About Buddy's Branch

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  • Weiros (cockatiels) and budgies on the ground foraging in some grass. A female plumhead parrot with purple head and green body, grips a branch just above, making her way down to the grass.

    Welfare & Advocacy

    Articles, insights, and practical resources focused on improving bird welfare.

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  • Two green budgies in a wooden transport box. The male, on the left, sits on a branch, facing the camera with his head side-on. The female next to him appears leaning over upside-down, looking up towards the camera.

    Myth Busting

    Separate fact from fiction. We tackle common misconceptions around companion bird care.

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  • A barbary dove sits snoozing on a swing with three zebra finches cuddled up beside them.

    Assisted Rehoming

    Guidance for responsibly rehoming companion birds, including what to consider, how to assess suitability, and how to prioritise long-term welfare outcomes.

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  • A white budgie in the foreground, with dark stripes on their cheeks, nibbling at some vegies on aviary ground. A couple of other budgies are nearby in the background.

    Sanctuary Life

    Direct from the aviaries. What goes on here, how we manage day-to-day life, things we learn along the way.
    For anyone interested in getting involved in rescue.

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