"Polly want a cracker?" More like, "Polly want a lifelong companion!" If you're thinking about taking in a pet bird, it's important to know that some of the most beautiful, charismatic birds out ...

"Birds are not ideal for a first-time pet owner," she said. "They require a ton of mental stimulation and care." Owning a parrot is difficult, Baldwin said, because avians require at least five hours ...

The dangers of your pet getting bird flu include raw pet food, environmental exposure and more. Three experts explain how to protect your cat or dog.

Where does that leave people with pets or backyard chickens? Scientific American spoke with experts about managing bird flu risks for animals and their owners. If you're enjoying this article ...

One of the cats infected with the bird flu was an 8-month-old kitten on the Upper West Side that consumed raw chicken from ...