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Why Attend a Pet Industry Trade Show? Maybe you think that the time, expense and energy needed to attend a trade show isn’t worth it. But, what you may not realize is the wealth of information, education and connections that are available to trade show attendees. Trade shows feature hundreds of exhibitors, showing off the […] Stocking a Great Bird Department As pet retailers, it’s important to fully stock your bird department to cover the basic needs of a wide variety of birds. Bird owners will initially need to purchase the basics for their new addition, but will purchase food, toys and accessories throughout the lifetime of their bird. Your bird […] The Benefits of a Clean Environment for Birds Birds stay healthy through a combination of a balanced diet, a happy psychological state and a clean environment. Keeping a sanitary cage minimizes the bird’s exposure to potentially harmful bacteria, viruses and other potentially harmful organisms. Routine cleaning of the bird’s cage should include washing water bottles/bowls […] Healthy and Fun Additions to Your Bird’s Diet Providing your bird with a nutritionally balanced diet is of utmost importance. Seed mixes and pellets form a great foundation for your bird’s diet, but birds benefit from a variety of other foods as well as enjoying the new flavors, colors and experiences that fresh foods bring. […] How to Select the Right Sized Cage Where a pet bird spends its time can have a huge impact on its well being. Helping customers select the proper sized cage for the bird’s enjoyment and safety is the first step to keeping a happy and healthy bird. A general rule of thumb is that for […] Top Things Every Bird Department Should Know Customer Service: All employees are the face of a business and are key to molding a customer’s initial impression. Keep an eye out for customers who look confused or are in need of help. Being proactive will show customers you are ready and willing to serve them. Make […] Helping Customers Choose Toys for Their Bird Just like every child needs toys, so do birds! It’s important to let your customers know that toys aren’t just a fun extra for their bird, but are an essential part of creating a healthy environment for their bird. Toys are especially vital for birds whose owners who […] Proper Toys Can Prevent Problems in Pet Birds Pet birds are amazing creatures. Though most have never lived in the wild, they never lose the instinct and adaptation that wild birds use out of necessity. That’s why Wyld’s Wingdom strongly suggests stocking a wide variety of bird toys in your store. Pet birds do not […] Wyld’s Wingdom‘s Social Media Advice Wyld’s Wingdom is on Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus, and You Tube. Are you? The world of advertising is ever changing. And if you haven’t gotten on the social media bandwagon, your business may get left behind. Social media, unlike traditional advertising, brings a personal edge to your marketing. What […] Promoting Bird Exercise As a pet bird retailer, it is important that you be able to provide your customers with a wealth of information on how to properly care for their birds. An important part of bird care, to the surprise of many bird owners, is exercise. In the wild, birds fly, play, and scavenge. […] |
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