Creative nesting choice: A pet sparrow named Tiny is building her nest using fur from her golden retriever companion. Safety considerations: Dog fur can insulate nests but may harm birds if ...

Fur-filled nest: A pet sparrow named Tiny has been gathering Golden Retriever fur for her indoor nest, taking advantage of springtime shedding. Expert caution: Specialists warn dog fur may harm birds ...

Wild birds are fun to watch at backyard bird feeders, and by feeding on insects, they are a natural form of pest control. But when birds start to nest on your porch, in your attic, or other ...

When birds start nesting in the spring, you may find them in places you don’t expect—and not always where you’d like them to raise their young. “The most common places to find bird nests around your ...