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Finding Good Quality Discount Bird Cages
Purchasing a cockatiel cage need not break the bank and there are a number of good quality
discount bird cages on the market to choose from.
Low cost cages do not necessarily mean low quality cages. Many online retailers sell high quality cages at discounted rates, and normally there are special purchase deals at pet stores and online retailers.
One of the best places to start your search is in the local newspaper small ads. Many people give birds away as presents for children, who find that they are not well suited to keeping birds. Some owners decide not to replace pets when they die and are looking to sell on cages and whole setups at rock bottom rates.
Second hand auction sites such as Ebay are a good choice for both new and second hand cages, and patient buyers can pick up a real bargain. However, as cages are bulky items, make sure you factor in the postage costs as these can turn a cheap cage into an expensive purchase.
Some of the cheaper cages can be less hard wearing, so a little more money spent early on will be a more cost efficient move in the long run. If you have limited finances, choose a metal cage. These are the cheapest options, but the least durable. They are a little awkward to clean, and care needs to be taken to clean off excess zinc on the cage; a solution of vinegar and water works well.
One of the highest quality options is a stainless steel cage; however there will be a high price tag with this. A bargain stainless steel cage is relative. New cages can sell for thousands of dollars. A cheap metal cage with plastic coated bars is a good low cost choice. The plastic prevents any corrosion of the metal by water or guano, and it is easy to wipe clean.
There are some excellent options available for as little as $50 on the market from online retailers, which could comfortably house a cockatiel or similar sized bird. It is possible to buy cheaper for smaller bird cages, however beware of buying too low in the price spectrum. There comes a point where the quality becomes unacceptable and will require very quick replacement or may put the health of your bird at risk.
Complete research on the internet to find the best deals, as a little time spent early on could save you a considerable amount of money. Check on user reviews on websites and bird forums to get an idea of how the cage functions for other pet owners, as this can help determine if discount bird cages are up to the task.