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We carry toys and accessories from an assortment of manufacturers and have made every effort to be sure we carry only items that are of the best quality and that will offer the most safety for your pet bird. We are here to help you with what you will need to provide a great environment for your bird companion and friend. Toys and accessories will help you enhance your birds life by providing toys and other items that will encourage natural instinct to play and forage.
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|  | Bird Cage
In general, the larger and the more active the bird, the larger the cage one should use. The amount of time the bird will spend in the cage each day is also a factor. A bird that is caged most of the time requires far more space than a bird caged only at night. Some birds have special requirements. Amazons and cockatiels prefer horizontal bars, as they like to climb. Messy eaters should have a seed skirt to catch food. Breeding birds may require a nest or breeding box and a larger size cage. Smart birds, like parrots and crows, need secure latching mechanisms to prevent them from figuring them out, and often require toys and/or playstands to keep them entertained. Parrots in general tend to gnaw on cages, with larger macaws known to tear bars from flimsy cages. Zinc coated cages or chicken wire could cause toxicity to parrots over a number of years.
While small cages are relatively cheap, large, parrot-sized cages can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. The materials used to build the cages has a lot to do with the price level. Most parrot cages are made or wrought iron and painted with a non-toxic paint referred to as powder-coating. However, the newest trend in the market is cages made of solid stainless steel. Large parrot cages made of stainless steel can cost thousands of dollars and will actually outlive a powder-coated cage by 5 to 6 times.
A Galah in a aviary with wide bar spacing.A cage for a tame pet bird which is allowed out daily should be large enough to allow it to easily extend its wings fully without hitting cage sides or toys or objects within the cage. In some countries, it is illegal to house a pet bird in a cage that does not permit it to spread its wings. Wingspans of common pet birds range from approximately 12" for a budgie and 16" for a cockatiel up to as much as 36-48" for the larger macaws. Untame birds which are not allowed out of their cages regularly, such as most finches and canaries, require larger cages that are long enough to permit some flight. The bars should be spaced so that curious birds cannot stick their heads out of the cage and become stuck. The cage should also be non-toxic paint, because birds tend to gnaw at the cage, and if the paint is consumed, they can die from poisoning.
Cages should also be equipped with appropriate perches. There should be several diameters of perches available, but the diameter should be large enough so that the bird's toes are unable to overlap or completely wrap around the perch. Flight cages and aviaries should be equipped with perches at each end with open space in the middle for flight.
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|  | Bird Feeder (Domesticated)
Your pet bird will need food and a way to get that food. The best and easiest way to supply fresh food to your bird is with a bird cage feeder. A birdcage feeder will easily attach to your bird's cage and offer a plentiful supply of fresh food for them to enjoy. Our bird cage feeders are easy to attach and our birdcage feeders are also easy to clean. Our bird cage feeders are the safe and hygienic way to supply your bird with food.
Besides food your bird will need water to survive and a simple way of offering them a constant supply of fresh water is with a bird waterer. A bird waterer can be safely and effectively attached to your bird's cage and will supply your bird with much needed water. Our bird waterers and bird water bottles are all easy to attach to your bird's cage and offer a hygienic way to supply water. Our bird waterers and bird cage waterers are easy to clean and offer a no-mess solution in providing clean water to your pet bird. We offer a diverse range from the major manufacturers - Hagen, Ferplast and Savic who specialise in clear feeders, seed/water fountains and trough feeders made from durable sturdy plastic and suitable for all varieties of birds and cages. |
|  | Bird Feeder (Wild)
If you are a bird lover, you know that there are several ways to attract birds to your garden or yard. The diverse designs of bird feeders and accessories available make it possible to view birds from your home. Different styles of feeders and types of food attract different varieties of birds - consider the design and construction of the various feeders and the difference between feeding wild birds. There are about 4 types of wild bird feeders; the peanut feeder, the tube feeder, the spiral tube feeder, the sunflower or mixed seed tube feeder, and thistle seed tube feeder. The peanut feeder is meant to attract woodpeckers. The tube feeder is popular because it can offer a variety of seeds to a large number of birds. It is a tube-like container with many holes and perches surrounding it. The perches and feeding ports vary in size, depending on the size of the bird you want to attract. A spiral tube feeder is basically the same as an ordinary tube feeder but it can feed birds of all sizes at the same time. The sunflower or mixed seed tube feeder can attract the most number of wild birds. It is popular among birds which holds on to seeds while picking them out. Examples of these wild birds are finches, sparrows, chickadees, and cardinals. The thistle seed tube feeder is known for its special features. It has small holes to prevent seeds from spilling out. The thistle seed, known as Nyjer, is quite expensive because it came from Asian countries like India, Cambodia, and Nepal. This is popular to all kinds of finches because these birds love oily seeds.
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|  | Bird Food (Domesticated)
What does your bird need? We now know that seed is not the only food needed by pet birds, and in fact, birds on a seed only diet, are very unhealthy. Only 50% of a bird's diet should be seed. Of the other 50%, fruits and vegetables are the most important. This is where he obtains vital minerals and vitamins. If your bird is reluctant to try new foods, try cutting the fruits and vegies into small, seed size pieces. Sometimes mixing them into the seed helps. It is all right to cut back on his seed a bit. "Hunger is the best sauce" as they say. It is also okay to remove his seed for most of the day, offering it only for an hour in the morning, and an hour in the evening. During the day he will have only fruits and vegies to eat. If he is a little hungry, he will try new foods.
Out in the wild, birds eat a wide variety of nuts, small pieces of meat, even another bird's eggs occasionally. So how do we duplicate this variety? A good rule of thumb is, if a food is healthy for a human, it is healthy for your bird. Birds enjoy spaghetti or a bit of chicken. Hard boiled egg is often a big hit. Almonds, walnuts or other nuts are fine in small quantities. Many birds love cheeses and yogurt. Monkey chow is a tasty treat and an excellent source of protein for birds. It is available at most pet stores. Cuttlebone and mineral blocks are a good source of calcium. If you have any questions about whether a food is good for your bird, call your avian vet for more information.
To make sure he's getting everything he needs, supply fresh water. Some species, such as cockatiels and budgies, drink very little water and may benefit from a powdered vitamin sprinkled on moist food.
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|  | Bird Food (Wild)
Black sunflower seeds are highly recommended for use in bird feeders because they attract a wide variety of birds, have a high ratio of meat to shell, and are high in fat content. Other common birdseeds include niger, or thistle seed, a favorite of goldfinches, millet for sparrows and juncos, and safflower for cardinals, among others.
Bushtits eating suet from a bird feeder Not all birds eat seeds. Suet (beef or mutton fat) is recommended for insect-eating birds like nuthatches and woodpeckers.
A wide variety of commercial bird food is available to bird owners. However, bags of mixed birdseed often combine attractive bird food like sunflower seeds with "filler" materials that birds enjoy less. Birds tend to pick out their favorite seeds and simply leave the rest uneaten. Other birds that favor some of the seeds that were not eaten will then come and eat those seeds.
Farmed birds fed commercial bird food typically are given very specific scientifically designed preblended feed. Examples of commercial bird food for chickens includes: chick starter medicated crumbles, chick grower crumbles, egg layer mash, egg layer pellet, egg layer crumbles, egg producer pellet, and broiler maker med crumbles. Tiny chicks can't handle pellets. Crumbles are often made by taking the pellets and running them through rollers. Mash is more finely ground
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|  | Bird Health
Signs of good health in a bird include bright eyes, clean shiny feathers, good appetite and lots of energy. Healthy birds eat often and are active. To help insure a healthy pet, obtain your bird from a reputable bird store or breeder.
Bird's diets vary greatly from one species to another, but a good rule is that no more than 50% of a bird's diet should be seed and nuts. The remaining 50% should be vegetables, leafy greens, fruits, small amount of cheese, lean cooked meats, boiled egg and other "people foods" with a powdered vitamin supplement added. Many birds love yogurt. All need fresh water daily.
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