Hi, I'm getting a bird in about 5 days to a week. I have already researched quite a lot. I know to change fo
od and water everyday, play with at least 45 min, bathe or shower 2 to 3 times a week, let it out of it's cage at least an hour a day, i know what to and what not to feed it, i know to get a blanket over it at night, and to play music when i'm gone. After it gets used to me i know to start training using praise and treats. I have made/bought a variety of toys such as mirrors, bells, shredding toys, etc. I have ordered a cage, food, perches, water bottle. I know to clean the cage every other week and the surrounding areas everyday. any tips, suggestions, or help? thanks a bunch!
It's a parakeet
thanks for all the info guys! it really helped.
Where did you get this information?
Wish I knew what species of bird you are getting.
Okay, here I go. Has been found that many bacteria's our captive birds get is found in the water bowl's, from seed hulls, bits of solid foods they eat and old, stale water.
Depending on the safety of your local drinking water ( call and check with the water Dept.) you can use tap water or if in doubt use bottled drinking water, NOT Spring water for the birs water. Buy extra dishes/bowls for the cage and change water dishes/bowls 2 or three times per day and add cool fresh water.
Depending on weather and house temp's, as to when you spray the birds and how much you spray him. Never let a bird get a chill and/or be in a draft, wet or dry. Once a week baths are fine.
Change the newspaper's in the tray daily/nightly.
Cleanliness is THE Best way to avert germs/bacteria and keep a bird healthy. Always wash your hand well before touching a bird. If you have more than one bird it's good idea to wash your hands well between birds, and don't give toys from one bird to another birds. Throw out soiled or toys that have sharp places that could cut a foot or toe or one's that could catch a nail.
Observe the bird as you approuch him and talk to him as you go towards him, never surprise him by a sudden appearance that scares him. Make a friend early and spend as much time as you can with him and talking to him and enjoying him.
Trust is important for the bird to be made to feel secure.
Healthy and secure birds are wonderful to live with and work with to train, just go slow, go at his pace. After all he will be with you for many years so don't rush too much and do reward him, can be a Good Boy to a bite of a treat,pellet,grap, nut or.
Do have the cage set up with perches and toys and filled water & food bowls before you put the bird inside, then let him settle down and adjust to you, the room cage and all the newness.
You will be a good bird person, you did your home work before getting this bird. Good for you and I wish you many, many years of joy with your new feathered friend!
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