If you are planning on keeping birds as a pet, you need a bird cage. A large structure is necessary for large birds so that they have enough room to fly and walk around. However, you cannot just choose any bird cage that you come across. Look for quality, a large space and functional features when shopping for a cage. The dometop and the playtop cages are similar in some ways, but the former allows your bird to see above the cage. The playtop bird cage, on the other hand, has a space outside of the cage where your pet bird can get some exercise.
Types of cages
When shopping for a cage, it is important that you know what types there are. The most common types of bird structures are dome top bird cages, breeding bird cages, flight bird cages, playtop bird cages, and travel structures. If you are looking for a large cage, a dome top or a flight bird cage may do the trick for you.
Before buying a large cage
There are a number of factors to consider when buying a large bird cage. The material that the cage is made of, the size, ease in cleaning the cage, functional features, whether it contains add-ons that stimulate your bird's attention, are just some of the things you must consider when buying a cage.
Consider the material that the cage is made of and avoid cages that contain toxic levels of lead in the paint. Most powder-coated cages usually have zinc and lead, but manufacturers usually make sure that lead and zinc levels do not reach toxic levels. Also consider the size of the bird. The bigger the cage, the better because this gives the bird larger room to roam around.
Also choose a large cage that is easy to clean. Regular cleaning of your cage can help it last for up to ten years or more. You know that a cage is easy to clean when you can easily take it apart in a matter of minutes and put it back the same way. Also make sure that you get a cage that has drainage holes that lead directly to the tray. Avoid cages with side panels where water tends to collect. The moisture can rot the panel and the bars and severely reduce the lifespan of your cage.
For stimulation, choose a structure that has slots for removable toys. Birds need stimulation and changes in scenery. Go for a structure with a removable playtop to give the bird a change in scenery and to expose him to sunlight when the playtop is removed.
Functional features are also very important. These include stainless steel bowls in removable external trays and bird-proof locks. The bowls which you can push and pull from the outside are very useful especially if your furry friend is a biter. You also need bird-proof locks to make sure that your bird cannot open the cage himself. Quality is the main thing you should look for in a bird structure. Go for cages made by reputable companies, since these usually sell cages made of the finest materials and come with their own user's manuals, lifetime warranties, and reliable customer support.
If you are new to the quail hatching eggs process then there are several new things that you will learn. One of the first things that you need to consider is the incubator that is used to hatch the eggs. Avoid using one that needs a fan or any external form of ventilation. Instead you must use an incubator that has natural ventilating holes in order to circulate the air within the incubator. In the absence of the mother this area acts as a haven for the eggs to rest and hatch. It should be safe to allow the babies to hatch.
When you get involved in the quail egg hatching process there are several ways you will learn to understand the fertility of the egg. An egg should ideally hatch within 3 days however if this is not the case then you will need to check the egg for fertility. You can place a candle in front of the egg to check its fertility. Another way to check the fertility is by checking the thickness of the shell. Fertile eggs will have extremely thick and strong shells.
When you place the eggs in the incubator make sure that the smaller sides of the eggs are placed downwards. You can turn the eggs 2 to 3 times a day in order for them to get equal incubation on all sides. They generate their own energy and the amount of energy that they generate increases during the hatching process. Ensure that the incubation unit is turned up to 99degrees Fahrenheit and there should be 65% humidity.
From the time the eggs are laid they could take 22 to 25 days to hatch. The Bobwhite Quail eggs hatch in 23 days.
When the eggs hatch the baby quails must be cleaned and dried off before they are sent back into the incubation area. As the babies grow older they must be kept in an area where the heat can be controlled with a thermostat. You can use a simple bulb to control the temperature in the area that the quails are kept in.
You can buy baby quails from online websites that advertise for quail hatching eggs. However before you set out to buy from any of these sites you need to research the different species of quail. This will help you to choose the right species for you. There are 10 species of quails and they all originate from Australia.
Feeding the quails is not a difficult task. They thrive on insects, parrot food, soft food mixes and even vegetables and grass. They also need fresh water regularly. Offer the bird a bowl of clean water 2 to 3 times a day. In the wild they move in search for clean resources. They devour fresh fruits however some of them thrive only on bird pre-mix food. Food in the form of supplements and pellets are the recent trend but not many birds are very fond of this type of food.
The top priority of the pet owner should be ensuring that your pet is healthy. This is no different having a cat, dog or bird. We want to make sure the birds that are part of our families are healthy not only for themselves but also for the members of your family. Birds do have the ability to spread certain illnesses to humans so maintaining a healthy pet is not only good for the bird but good for the family.
Birds in general are clean animals. However, a bird that is confined to a cage does not have the luxury of a rain shower, dust baths and a seemingly limitless bathroom. There are many steps that you can follow to be sure that your bird is clean and healthy. To begin with, choose a good location to put the bird cage. The bird cage should not be in direct sunlight but should be a location where the changing of day and night can be seen. Place the bird cage in an area that does not get too warm or too cold and is definitely not drafty. Your birds comfort level is essential to its physical as well as mental health.
Keeping the cage clean is a must. Your bird cage should have a liner that allows you to easily clean the bottom of the cage. Liners also help avoid rust and other damage that can occur to your cage due to excessive contact with acidic moisture, like urine. A liner can catch all the debris that falls to the bottom and is easily removed for regular cleaning.
Cleaning the cage regularly is extremely important. Pet birds are going to make a mess. They tend to throw and scatter food, water and whatever else they can get their beaks on. Cleaning on a regular basis will prevent the buildup of odor causing waste. A clean cage means less smell along with a more enjoyable experience for the family.
If you discover you have a very messy bird, your cage may require an additional layer of protection like a cage net or hanging something beneath the cage to trap anything that falls.
Regardless of the actions you take to keep the bird cage clean, some things are going to make it to the floor from time to time. For this reason, the cage should be located in a spot where the floor is easily cleaned. Tile, concrete or hard wood floors are preferable. Carpet would not be a good alternative for this area.
One of the keys, and it's a major one to keeping your bird healthy and happy, is keeping a clean cage. This is done by emptying the bottom of the cage regularly and cleaning anything that may happen to get outside the cage. Not only your bird but your family will remain safe, happy and healthy as well.
For millions of proud bird and parrot owners in the United States, the relationship that they have with their avian friends are just as fulfilling if not more fulfilling than that of the relationship between a dog and its owner. Parrots, for one thing, are highly intelligent and bond deeply with their owners. Parrots can even become possessive of their owners and attack family members or friends that are very close to the owner. Parrots lovers also point out that parrots have the ability to mimic speech and thus offer a level of personal connection that dogs or cats are not capable of giving. But for all the amazing things that can come out of having a bird as a pet, one of the major downsides is dealing with illness and disorders in these pets. The anatomy of a bird is completely different from that of dogs and cats and few vets are properly prepared or equipped to treat parrots or other pet birds.
Pet birds are also much more fragile than other animals and any treatment for birds must be comparatively benign in order to not kill the bird in treatment. Much of their fragility comes with the fact that they have feathers instead of fur and thus there are large amounts of exposed skin underneath the feathers of birds. Birds, therefore, have a number of diseases and disorders that just revolve around issues with their feathers and skin.
Types of Feather Disorders
Almost every type of bird will pick at their feathers to a certain extend, but when the picking gets out of hand and they start to lose a great deal of feathers, they may be suffering from one of the following disorders or diseases in birds:
• Feather cysts-these are commonly found on the wings of birds and can result in infection. Most treatment requires surgical removal of the cysts from the bird.
• Behavioral feather picking-if a bird obsessively picks at its feathers and it starts to lose a large amount of them it may be a result of recent trauma or emotional upset.
• Polyfollicles-this is when multiple feathers grow from one follicle. This can cause inflammation and infection. It is thought to be caused from a virus.
It has been awhile now since we introduced our birdbibs to Charlie our Quaker Parrot, who is about 9 months old.
He still gets excited when he sees one of us put a bib on. He runs back and forth, shakes his head up and down and tries to stretch out to us as we are getting nearer to him, making a lot of noise of course. Sometimes he is even hanging upside down on his perch and still carrying on. It's a wonder he doesn't fall off. He reminds me of a child when their parents have just arrived home and the child runs to greet them. He is sooo cute, a really great pet bird.
We have Charlie on our shoulders quite a lot now as he is not making our clothes messy. I wish I had come up with this idea sooner. It's one of the best bird accessories we have.
He is hardly ever sitting on his parrot perches or bird stands that we have scattered around the house any more.
Not only does the birdbib stop pooh from getting on your clothes it is also a good bird feeder. When Charlie eats he leaves a mess everywhere, so the bibs catch that as well. He loves to have a nibble of what we are eating.
It was only today that I was going outside and went to get Charlie, the top I had on was strapless and I thought I'm just going to put him outside on his bird gym, as we call it, so I won't put a birdbib on. Well he wouldn't get on at all as he doesn't like bare skin, I then put the bib on and he hopped straight onto my shoulder.
He loves to get outside wander around and listen to all the wild birds. He mimics their whistles.
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