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Parrot cages are crucial items for a parrot owner. Every bird should have a cage, no matter what size the bird is. This includes all the different types of parrots. A bird’s cage is a place where you can put it so it can relax and be safe. It is their safe-zone that they can retreat to when they are tired or stressed, and not providing them this can be bad for them in the long run.
There are many different types of parrot cages, so no matter what kind of parrot you have and where you have to put the cage, you will be able to find just what you need. The first thing you will want to do is to look at all the places where you could put a cage. You want a place that is out of the way of traffic, but is somewhere that the parrot can see everything that is going on. Corner cages are very popular because of their low-profile.
If you can buy an indoor and an outdoor cage for your parrot, you should. An outdoor cage allows them to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air without being in danger from cats, dogs, or other birds. These cages can be like the one you have inside, or they can be big enough for you to walk into with the bird.
One important attribute that you want to look for when shopping for a cage is how many places there are for you to hand toys for them. Parrots need a lot of mental stimulation, and giving them new toys and rearranging their current ones is a great way to keep them interested. Most cages have plenty of places to hand things, but it is just something to double check before you buy it.
You will need to hand water and food in the cage, along with toys and treats. Keep this in mind when you are sizing up a cage. Don’t just picture the parrot in there. Picture the parrot along with its dishes and toys. This will give you a better idea of whether a cage is big enough.
You should think about getting a cage cover for your parrot cage. Most parrot come from tropical climates, where they get about 12 hours of darkness a night. Their instincts will still be working off of this, at least to some extent. A cage cover will allow you to give them plenty of darkness so they can get the amount of sleep they need.
When you are shopping for a parrot cage, you need to pay careful attention to what it is made from. Brass was used a lot for bird cages, but now it is known to be toxic. If they chew on the bars, they can be poisoned. Stainless steel cages and powder-coated wrought iron are very popular materials now.
You will also want to check for strong construction and that there are no gaps in the construction. If the bars are not properly welded where they intersect, bacteria could potentially grow. These spaces could also encourage the appearance of rust.
