Lineolated Parakeet (Linnie) Information

Breeder Interview: Gail Johnston

To help you begin your search for the perfect Linnie breeder, we have constructed a breeder review survey. Gail Johnston is located in Ontario, Canada and she is our second featured breeder. Good luck in your search for a linnie and we hope you find our breeder interviews helpful :)

Breeder Interview: Pat Burke

To help you begin your search for the perfect Linnie breeder, we have constructed a breeder review survey. Pat Burke is located in Englewood, Florida and she is our first featured breeder. Good luck in your search for a linnie and we hope you find our breeder interviews helpful :)

A Parrot’s Bill of Rights

The rights your pet parrot should have

Lineolated Parakeet Pictures for July 2009

Some favourite photos of linnies from July 2009

Parrotlet Newspaper Swing

Originally a parrotlet toy, this is a fun idea for your linnie. It's easy to make and is great for a bird that loves to shred, forage and swing!

Lineolated Parakeet Pictures for June 2009

Some favourite photos submitted on the Linnie Forum in June of 2009

Recipe: Egg Munch

A budgie guest shares episode 1 of his famous cooking show.... This week Chibi Chibi makes Egg Munch

How Do You Spend Time With, Play and Socialize Your Linnie?

In May 2009, we asked Nancy (luvmath), Annee (aghast), Jaime (Feathers) and Jenny how they spent time with, played and socialized their linnie/s. All provided wonderful answers. Read on to discover what they do for fun with their linnies.

10 Reasons NOT to Buy a Bird

This is just an FYI for anyone considering buying a bird, or another bird, or who knows someone who wants to by a bird. Just something to consider before taking the leap into Parrot Ownership.

Book Review: The Bird School - Clicker Training for Parrots and Other Birds by Ann Castro

This book tells you everything you need to know to clicker train and school your parrots.

Lineolated Parakeet Photos in May

Some favourite photos of linnies from the month of May 2009

Questions to Ask Your Lineolated Parakeet Breeder

It is always important to do you research and ask lots of questions when searching for a linnie. Most importantly, it is crucial to pick a good breeder. Here are some questions that might be helpful.

Do Not Purchase Unweaned Babies

It's Spring and Summer is not too far away. This is a time in the year when hatchlings are flourishing and you will most likely stumble upon one. Our message to you is please do not purchase unweaned babies. The money you might save isn't worth the potential heartbreak.

Poll: Bathing your Lineolated Parakeet

Well summer is here and that means heat and humidity are in the air. We all know that Lineolated Parakeets love taking baths, whether it be diving in a bowl, being misted with a bottle, or even joining us in the shower. How often does your linnie get a bath?

Recipe: Homemade Nutriberries

Lafeber's makes a delicious treat known as Nutriberries. Here, we have a recipe so you can make your own.

Lineolated Parakeet Mutations

Lineolated Parakeets are beautiful, little birds that can be so many different colors. Here is a picture review of the mutations.

Adorable Photos of Linnies

A collection of Lineolated Parakeet photos gathered and put together for your viewing pleasure.

Deterring Cage and Territorial Aggression in Parrots

There are reasons why your Linnie is being protective of his/her cage and biting you. Read on to find out why, and ways to stop your lineolated parakeet from being so aggressive and territorial of his/her cage.

Foraging 101

Foraging is a great way to enrich your bird's life. Read on to discover the basics of foraging.

Do It Yourself: Foraging Wreath

Foraging is what parrots spend most of their time doing every day; that is, looking for food. As 'parronts', we provide the balanced diet our FIDs need in a bowl... taking away their opportunity to forage. You could either go out and buy some great foraging treat toys, OR engage in a fun and inexpensive do-it-yourself project in order to provide foraging opportunities for your birds! Read on to learn how!!!