birds are allergic to teflon. So if you are going to do any cooking, I would put the bird somewhere else. They can die from this.
They are also very sensative to chemicals---that can kill them too.
I would give them more than just seed---pellets, vegetables, and a bit of fruit... some birds also can eat other sources of protein.
keep the bird in a warm place, away from drafts. If your bird shows any signs of sickness, take him to an avian vet (locate one immediately). They can die quickly.
if you ever add another parakeet, make sure that you quarantine it for at least 30 days.
I would also get your bird checked out for different diseases.
I have had about 8 parakeets. I liked them---but I wouldn't get them again. They are a bit too dirty for my liking---and I didn't find them all that fun (although 2 of them were great) .
I prefer lovebirds, cockatoos... which i'll never get because my mom (i'm in college) HATES birds. |