Neil 
From Neil at Paradise Pets Last Tuesday, a lady came into the shop holding a little carrier, properly worried. Her budgie Charlie had been sleeping nearly all day for nearly a week. I’ve seen this exact scene play out hundreds of times in 35 years of running Paradise Pets — and I want to share … Read more
From the counter at Paradise Pets Neil has kept, bred, and sold budgerigars at Paradise Pets Swindon since 1988 — over 35 years of first-hand experience with cage and aviary birds. Every week, someone asks him this exact question. This is his honest answer. Someone comes in most weeks and asks me before they have … Read more
From the counter at Paradise Pets Neil has owned and run Paradise Pets Swindon since 1988 — over 35 years of selling, keeping, and advising on small animals and birds. In that time, he has sold more guinea pigs than he can count, and seen the same mistake made more times than he would like. … Read more
From the counter at Paradise Pets Neil has kept, bred, and sold cage and aviary birds at Paradise Pets Swindon since 1988 — over 35 years of first-hand experience with budgerigars, cockatiels, canaries, and dozens of other species. This article is based on what he sees and hears from customers every single week. Someone comes … Read more
From the counter at Paradise Pets Neil has owned and run Paradise Pets Swindon since 1988 — over 35 years of selling, keeping, and advising on small animals and birds. This article reflects what he has observed at first hand, in store, over three decades. Every spring, usually in the weeks around Easter, I have … Read more
Early on, when I was still finding my feet in this business, someone suggested I look into importing birds from Europe. The prices were lower. The variety was broader. On paper, it made sense. I looked into it. And then I decided, quite firmly, that we wouldn’t do it. That decision has shaped everything about … Read more
It’s one of the most common conversations I have at the counter. A parent comes in, one or two children in tow, and says: “We want a small pet. Something easy. What do you think — hamster or gerbil?” And then they wait for me to say “hamster” or “gerbil.” But the honest answer is … Read more
Parrots are among the most intelligent and beautiful pets you can bring into your home. From their vibrant feathers to their ability to mimic human speech, parrots make amazing companions. However, they are not low-maintenance pets. Owning a parrot requires commitment, proper care, and a deep understanding of their needs. In this complete parrot care … Read more
If you are searching for guinea pigs for sale in Swindon, Paradise Pets offers a carefully selected range of healthy, friendly, and well-socialised guinea pigs ready to join loving homes. As a trusted local pet store, we focus on both animal wellbeing and helping customers choose the right pet. Guinea pigs are gentle, social animals … Read more
We currently have a lovely selection of adult Celestial Parrotlets available at Paradise Pets in Swindon. These include mostly established pairs, along with a few spare hens. Celestial Parrotlets are small, colourful birds with plenty of character. They are popular with bird keepers because of their bright appearance, active nature, and confident personality. Adult Celestial … Read more