A Bigger Cage is Best!

A cage is where birds spend a lot of their time, so it’s important that you get the right cage for your bird and have it in a good location - in fact, it’s crucial for you and your bird’s sanity! Birds can get bored very easily if they don’t have any mental stimulation to keep them occupied and may even start developing behavior problems including things like biting , chewing, squawking constantly, or feather picking. 

How big is big enough? A good rule of thumb when looking for a cage is to find one that is two to three times the wingspan of your bird and three times his length (from head to tail). They need room to stretch their wings, exercise their bodies, and not have to worry about being cramped in their cage. It also provides room to hang toys, ladders, and mirrors without your bird bumping into them all the time. The exercise and activity your bird will find to do in a large cage will cut down on these behavior problems and even lower the risk of obesity. 

Location is so important! An environment suitable for a bird is necessary. It is recommended that your bird goes near a window for some natural sunlight and in an area where he gets some social interactions; however, it is not recommended for your bird to be in the kitchen or near a TV. Non-stick pots and pans can get overheated in your kitchen and emit poisonous fumes that could be deadly to your bird, and sudden loud noises from the TV can startle him. If you have him near a window, don’t put him in direct sunlight or in a drafty area because your bird can become overheated or chilled very quickly. Make sure the bird has a quiet place to sleep as well. Birds need 10-12 hours of sleep per night and noises such as the TV late at night could keep him awake and on alert even when his cage is covered. Without their necessary sleep, birds can become very irritable, have low energy, and acquire behavioral problems.

1. Silverado macaw dometop cage – 59-820

2. Brass parrot cage – 59-819