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Margaret Shulock of the Six Chix provides today's toon, originally published October 1, 2013:

I have a handful of Ziggy panels in my archive.  Although his parrot is featured fairly often it is rare for the joke to be bird-related.  This is from March 16, 2005 but apparently was a reprint from 2001 and I don't know the actual original date.

Cheezburger from December 6, 2012:

WuMo from August 17, 2014 takes a warped look at the old myth about what to throw at weddings:

Overnight this morning, Mickaboo budgie Miracle passed over to the Rainbow Bridge.  Since I am known for providing a forever home where budgies have the run of the place whenever I'm home, I think this Strange Brew from April 27, 2006 is a good tribute to my departed little guy.

Loose Parts from June 7, 2013 ... perhaps another good reason for quarantine of a new arrival?

Today is the last day to become a charter Supporting Donor, someone whose monthly contributions create the foundation for our operations.  An anonymous donor, Quita the parrotlet’s owner, will be providing matching funds for both new and increased monthly donations. Help our rescued birds - over 90% of all our donations pays for their ongoing veterinary expenses.

Strange Brew doesn't have the market cornered on parrots in therapy (May 20's toon) ... but this March 16, 2010 Bizarro at least tells us why the feathered client has sought professional help:

If bird children were like human children ...

Channeling the Emily Litella character from Saturday Night Live's early seasons?  Cheezburger from August 29, 2012.