New mommy of a little Canary

[Laughingwater]

I just got my first canary two days ago and I just love him. His name is George. I cannot believe such a tiny little thing can sing so loudly. I do have a question though. He seems to like to eat his little dried poo that is on the bottom rungs of his cage. Is that normal? I am sorry, I forgot to introduce myself. So concerned about little George. I live in Indiana, moved here from Fla about 6 months ago. Have a little Yorkie, some fish and now little George. I know I am going to love this site. Will be interesting to read abaout the other guests notes about their birds ups and downs.

[Monica]

Welcome to BB!!!

As far as George goes, you might want to have a cage that has a grate on the bottom so he can't get to his droppings... And be sure you are feeding him a good mix or two of canary seed, PLUS some fresh foods such as veggies, breads, cooked brown rice, or even cooked eggs. It may be easiest for George to eat some of this food if you have a food processor or can chop up food into tiny bits and pieces... Adding some calcium or minerals (from the blocks you buy at the petstore) can also help...