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Cockatiel Bird Cages And Necessary Accessories
There are a number of items you will need to purchase in order to have a cockatiel as a pet.
The most important items to consider are unsurprisingly cockatiel bird cages. This will be your most expensive purchase, and remember that money spent is money saved; the higher the quality - the longer the lifespan.
Your cage will need to be large enough for two perches, and wide enough for your cockatiel to stretch its wings without being impeded by the sides of the cage. The cage should be square, and wide to provide a large floor area for the bird to walk. A good minimum size is an 18 inch square base, and 24 inch height. A wire bottom will allow droppings and food scraps to fall into a cleaning tray to help keep the cage hygienic.
Once you have decided on a suitable cage for your cockatiel, start to think about the accessories to keep your cockatiel occupied and prevent it from getting bored. There are a few essential items that you need to buy, and the following items are considered a must.
The cage will need to have two perches, ideally at split levels. There should be enough headroom for the bird to perch without having to duck. The bird can then hop between the two perches.
A food tray and a water dispenser should be fitted in an easy to reach location. Wall mounted food and water dispensers, are easy to access and clean. Some cockatiels have a preference for different food locations and can feel a little exposed and scared to eat on the floor. A floor tray with hanging millet sprays is a good combination.
Bird cage paper will help to keep the cage clean, but it needs to be replaced each day. Pet stores and online shops provide a wide selection of cleaning products for cockatiel bird cages.
A collection of toys will help to keep the cockatiel entertained. Sometimes new toys can scare cockatiels so it is best to hang them outside the cage for a few days for the bird to get used to seeing them.
If you play with the toy in front of the cage, this will help to demonstrate how the toy can be played with, and will grab the bird’s attention. They will see that the toy is safe to investigate, and it will perk their interest. Cockatiels often mimic human behaviour, so a quick demo will help with the introduction of the toy, and convince the family that you are losing the plot a little. You should always try to rotate the toys which you give to your cockatiel. This will create more variety, whilst the cage is kept uncluttered.