Record UK Heatwave Killing Pet Birds — Emergency 35-Year Action Guide

Pet bird heat stress UK heatwave 2026 emergency guide

From the counter at Paradise Pets Neil has kept and sold cage birds at Paradise Pets Swindon since 1988 — over 35 years. The UK recorded its hottest ever May on 26 May 2026 when 35.1°C was recorded at Kew Gardens, breaking the previous May record by two full degrees. Met Office amber heat warnings … Read more

The Heat Stress Mistake UK Bird Owners Make Every Summer — 35-Year Truth

From the counter at Paradise Pets Neil has sold and kept cage birds at Paradise Pets Swindon since 1988 — over 35 years of experience with budgies, cockatiels, and a full range of companion birds. Every summer without fail, he sees the same preventable emergency arrive at the counter or hear about it over the … Read more