How to Choose a Bird Cage

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How to Choose a Bird Cage

• by Natalie Schorr for The Happy Nest Site

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I want to buy a bird.What kind of cage should I
get?

• There are several things to consider when buying
  a cage for a pet bird.
• First, you must decide what kind of bird you
  want.
• Then it will be easier to find the right cage.
• The shape and size of the cage are important.
• Equally important is the spacing of the bars on
  the cage.

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What shape cage should I buy?

• Despite what you might think from cartoons, birds
  do not do as well in a round cage.
• Round cages can promote insecurity and depression
  in pet birds. Choose a cage that has corners.
• A dome top on a square or rectangular cage is
  fine.

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What size cage should I buy?

• You should strive to buy the biggest cage you can
  afford.

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What about bar spacing?

• Bar spacing is important.
• Get the right spacing for the kind of bird you
  plan to purchase.
• Look for cages with horizontal bars on at least
  one side.
• Some birds really enjoy climbing, and horizontal
  bars make that easier.

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Guidelines for choosing the proper cage size
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What cage materials are best?

• Wood cages

• Stainless Steel Cages

Wooden cages may seem beautiful and romantic, but
not to your bird. They will likely chew the cage
apart.
Stainless steel or powder coated cages are the
best choice for safety and sanitation.
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What about safety?

• Important safety features to remember
• Intricate scrollwork is pretty, but may catch a
  birds toe and cause injury.
• Cages from other countries may contain lead
  paint. Choose carefully, and check for country of
  origin.
• Avoid old, rusted cages.
• No galvanized bars or zinc hinges they are toxic
  when chewed.
• Most commercially sold cages are safe. There are
  many companies to choose from.

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What else should I consider?

• Dome Top

• Play Top

Dome top cages give more head room for birds when
confined.
Play top cages provide a comfortable play area
without taking up a large amount of floor space.
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Enjoy your bird!

• Now that you have all the information you need to
  purchase your cage, you are ready to set up a
  great place for your feathered friend to live.
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