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If you already know what kind of cage you’re looking for, but just aren’t sure which one to get, you can jump right into the reviews and buying guides. Everyone nows that you can get some of the best deals online, but the problem is that you can’t “try before you buy” or actually inspect the cage yourself. Buying the best birdcage for your companion doesn’t have to be frustrating or a guessing game, so I’m hoping my cage reviews will help you get the best home for your birds at the best value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re still not sure what kind of cage you want or need, I’ve compiled some info about what to look for in a cage and overviews of the different styles, features, materials and the like. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The cage is the single most important item you can buy for your avian friend, and you’ll want your little buddy to love his new digs, so choosing the best birdcage at the best value is important. Its cage is where your bird will spend most of its time. Cages come in all shapes and sizes for almost any size bird or need. You\u2019ll probably need two of them, one daily cage that your bird will live in, and a travel cage for vet appointments and such.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are a few important basics to know when buying the best cage for your feathered companion. The most obvious is — the larger the cage the better! Your bird will most likely spend most of its time here, so a large cage helps ensure that it gets enough exercise, and for larger birds the cage must be large enough for it to at least fully extend its wings. For smaller birds that are more active, it should be able to jump from perch to perch while flapping its wings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Horizontal bars, while not a necessity, will make it much easier for your bird\u2019s feet to grasp and for it to climb around in. And for large birds with strong beaks that can tear through thin, weak metal, the bars should be thick and made of wrought iron. A nice cage feature on large cages is a built in metal \u201cskirt\u201d that helps keep messes inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally, and importantly I want to stress that you should avoid decorative cages. These were not designed with the bird needs or safety in mind, but instead to look a certain way. While a functional cage CAN be nice-looking, it needs to be functional, safe and sturdy. Some decorative parakeet cages are made with plastic tops that can lift right off and sit precariously on a 3-legged stand. Imagine if something were to bump into that cage, it would knock right over and the top would fall off. If you happen to own other pets such as cats or dogs, and the room wasn\u2019t safe for them to play in, the result could be tragic. Above all, invest in a well-constructed cage that is safe and created specifically for your type of bird, by a company with a good reputation. Look for one that is well-reviewed by other bird owners, so you know what you\u2019re getting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Deciding on the best cage can be very hard to do especially if you’ve never shopped for one before and sorting through the many options available to you can be a serious challenge. There are several things you need to keep in mind when buying a cage and that you invest in high quality bird cages that provide your birds with comfort and security that they need. Also, as long as you know what to look for, you can get amazing deals online as opposed to brick-and-mortar stores. It’s important to consider a number of features and factors before you set out to buy one or several cages for your feathered pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Size is among the most important things that you shouldn’t go cheap on when looking for the best birdcage for your bird. Parrots and parakeets need enough space to stretch out without their wings touching the sides of the cage. The bigger the cage the better as a rule of thumb. The cage you buy will last a long time and will get a lot of use, so it’s wise to spend a little more for a bigger cage that will offer your bird a comfortable retreat at the end of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your birds need to have enough space to move around just in the same way that you do. From personal experience, it is a good idea to buy the largest cage that your budget can afford. You also need to remember that food bowls, perches and toys also take up some space. Buying small cages denies your birds space to move around more freely, which leads to negative behaviors as biting, feather plucking and screaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cages come in different shapes as well as styles. You need to do thorough research before hitting the market to look for a cage. For instance, finches need a vertically shaped cage that will allow them to fly around comfortably. Bird naturally gravitate toward the top of a cage for security, since they’re not domesticated their wild instincts are still at work here. For parakeets, though, that means they may rarely hang out near the bottom of their cage, so a low but wide cage where they have room to fly from one side to the other is best. Taller birds such as cockatoos and macaws require more height as compared to the width for comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The cage should be designed for the type of bird you want to keep in it. Having small birds necessitates the need to choose cages with bars spaced at most a 1\/2 inch apart to prevent possible injuries if they try to squeeze through. Parakeets can’t live in a parrot cage because the bar spacing is usually wide enough for a parakeet to easily fit through. If the bars of the cage are widely spaced, your bird is more likely to escape from the cage than when they are close to each other. Finches may be able to escape from a cockatiel cage. The correct spacing depends on the bird species that you want to keep in the cage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Opt for cages with bars positioned horizontally if possible. This makes it possible for your birds to climb up and down with ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n