What's even worse is opening a video with a ten minute advert for their sponsors (right after you've had to sit through two adverts before the video even starts). I'm glad she doesn't do that; I generally just click straight back out of those.
Tiny cages aren’t all bad. They’re great for days that I want to bring my birds outside for a little bit without the full barriers of the sturdier travel carriers. But of course no bird should be kept in them for very long
@@AlyssaThePikachu I actually use a small cage intended for permanent habitation (it was the 2nd largest at the pet store and still miniscule compared to my enclosure) for travel and outside time! It gives them more space than their carrier, so if they're gonna be in it longer than fifteen minutes, that is where they go. Which is why we bring this up. Small cages are bigger than most carriers, so they're perfect for anything short of air travel. But you've also gotta make sure you emphasize that they shouldn't be used for permanent habitation when you talk about them like this, because they are marketed as being for permanent habitation.
1. Don't feel bad because you have any of these products, slowly remove them or save up for healthy and safe ones, especially if you didn't know that some of these were harmful! Everyone has to learn it. 2. DO NOT get rid of small bird cages, in fact, you might even want a small, easy to carry one in case you need to visit a vet or you bring your bird outside for a bit! Don't leave them in it too long though! 3. If you're not sure if something is safe for your bird, you probably want to not add it until you make sure it is safe and more research is done! and 4. I'VE NEVER HAD A BIRD. this is just tips I think everyone should know though!
I remember trying a sand perch for our first bird (we didn’t know much yet) and he simply refused to use it. We quickly realised it was probably not comfortable for the guy. Props to him for expressing his opinion by outright rejecting the perch.
We do the best with the information we have at the time. Parrot care is complex and there aren't many parrot owners on the planet who have never made a single mistake. What's important is that you're learning now
@@SeabassFishbrains Exactly this!! When I got my first bird, the information available was SO much different than the information that's around now!! As long as you're willing to grow and change when you find you've been doing something wrong, you're still a good bird owner 💕
We had a parakeet growing up and made many of these mistakes with him. He was stuck in a small-ish cage and became obsessed with his mirror. My mom got him a “girlfriend” about a year after we got him, and he was constantly pecking her. We thought it was cute how he kissed her so much! Well.. she passed away a few months after we got her. Looking back now, it’s so so sad. :( We didn’t have the internet back then, but my parents should have done more research.
I try to avoid these videos because they give me so much anxiety I try to spread this information to my parents, but they insist that the toys and perches wouldn't be on the market if they're bad. It upsets me that they don't listen to me and look down on me just because I'm younger :(
They are in the right at some extent, not everything on the internet is true. Products have been tested several times before going on the public market. And your guardians have clinged to that mindset.
Jude, you are right! I promise you that many manufacturers are not ethical and care about profits only. I can give you an example of a rubber dog toy that was designed with a hole in it to place treats inside. Many dogs got their tongue stuck, and it would swell and cause severe complications. The manufacturer is on record stating they rather pay the lawsuits then take the product off the market. Turn your anxiety into action. . . In your own way. Never doubt your capabilities.
My parents are the same way. i had to watch my bird get confused with mirrors and terrible toys. She has lots behavior issues. I want to get her a friend. Good thing i am take her away from my parents soon
I knew about most of these but didn't even think about the sand perches causing cuts. Its so frustrating how so many things marketed for animals end up being harmful for them. Thank you for the info!
I just came across this video. I have been working with birds for 40+ years. I think your video was done extremely well. Very well done researched and done. You are definitely a terrific bird mom.!!
On the subject of toys: Make sure the clips and chains are safe. No spring clamps like a carabiner clip or keychain clip. Make sure the chains/rings that the toys are hanging on are also closed rings and not rings that are on keychains that twist around these too can also hurt beaks. Bonus tip: an alternative for the grit/calcium supplement - get a cuttlebone. calcium and chew toy all in one. STAY AWAY from the "mineral blocks" though. they have a lot of additives. Controversial Tip: In my experience sanding perches/rope perches are not all bad, but they should not be the ONLY perch you have in your cage. Your bird should have at LEAST 3 different types of perches to choose from of varying widths and shapes. Even natural perches should be used carefully based on the types of dye, sealant, and wood type used. (what I'm saying is just make sure you're getting your perches from a good source and not just going outside and picking up some branches) If you do use a sanding perch, it should be put near the food (Essentially in a place where they will use it, but not sit on it all day. It should be a spot where they sit temporarily) The same goes for rope perches. Overall, always make sure your toys and materials in your bird's cage are always maintained and monitored for defects. Do your research, get many opinions, read published bird books, watch online videos and love the heck out of your little feather friend.
agreed :) on the cuttlebone, if they won't eat it, try to get a natural one. I got one on ebay from a user who advertised that it was hand collected from a local beach & one of my birds LOVES that, but won't touch any other cuttlebone. One packet I bought stunk of fish when I opened it, so presumably that's why. I think most is probably waste products from the fishing industry, whereas the one collected from the beach had been floating in the ocean, being cleaned by the sun & salt water for months before she got it. So if you think your bird doesn't like cuttle bone, try naturally sourced before being sure of that
I had a bird lose a toe and struggle terribly on one of those rings with the screw joiner that hangs the toy up. I use a small piece of twine with most of it outside the cage
I get my perches from outside.. I wash them with Dawn dish soap rinse well... My birds like to pick the bark off them! I use different sizes and always have back up perches when I change things around some of my branches even swing! 🐦💙🐦💜🐦
Yes, thanks so much for pointing this out! That particular mold is called aspergillus. It produces aflatoxin, a toxin that is really harmful to the liver!
@@FlyingFids I have read that the aspergillus is in the shells of peanuts but not in the nuts themselves? Is that correct? I know many parrot people don't feed peanuts because of their high fat content, but, in terms of aspergillus, are they safe to feed as long as they are *not* in the shell?
I’ve been heavily researching birbs before i get one of my own this is a very good and informative video so thank you and from my (hopefully) future bird!
I’m doing the same! I really want a bird and I’ve done a lot of research so far, I’m about to go and buy the cage but don’t know when I’ll get the actual birds yet.
@@FlyingFids hi! in the video you showed footage of you scrolling through birds who are looking to get re-homed. would you mind telling me what the name of the website is?
It wasn’t mentioned in the video, but a lot of places sell rope perches and boings made of sisal, which is a more easily digestible fibre than cotton and could be a good replacement if your bird loves the boings!
I had a bird who got his feet stuck on a fuzzy tunnel overnight, and he suffocated and died. I can’t imagine how much he suffered, and I feel guilty every day that his screams didn’t wake me up. Thank you so much for spreading helpful information for bird owners! I really appreciate it!!!
You have good common sense. So many people fall for the advertising and don't think it through from a bird's point of view! The one thing, that really gets me, is when people are cooking with the bird on the shoulder. THEY CAN FALL OR FLY INTO THE HOT PAN! Make it a rule, not to have birds near stoves!
@@swissmaid no their dining room is like just off their kitchen and has an open concept so theres like no full wall separating it just an island so the fumes would spread over to the dining room.
I didn't know about the Teflon thing, well, I knew it was made from toxic chemicals but didn't know it releases fumes. Our bird never goes near the counter or stove top, he just stays either on the dining table or by the sink a few feet away while I cook. He is fine, but I suppose it's because I left the back door open (with the screen door closed) half the time. I will definitely keep this in mind though. He doesn't like to be too far or out of sight so he always wants to be nearby
I hate seeing mineral / pumice perch in bird cages :( Pey stores in my country sell all those products and does not matter how expensive, useless and harmful they are, people keep buying them everyday! I wish there's more people like you
I'm not convinced there's an issue having them along with natural ones, given that my birds choose their pumice perch over the natural ones for sleeping every night (I had to buy a second one to stop fights over who got to sleep on it). That & the vertical branch are the favourites to my birds
@@mehere8038 majority of pumice perches I’ve seen are mainly half coated and they are actually pretty helpful. It’s the full sand perches toy gotta look out
@@froglog1002 mine aren't half coated, where I am, I've not actually found a source for the half coated ones I've heard about :( mind you, it probably wouldn't be very useful for me anyway, since there's not much of the top left lol my birds like to chew it when not sleeping on it & end & top is the target area to eat I agree on the full sand perches, I hate the idea of them too
Omg ive had my cockatiels since I was 8 (now 20) and I’ve been doing a lot of things wrong. So glad I saw your video so that I can make my babies happier and healthier ❤️
Nicole ~ apparently to me, you've been taking care of your bird if u say u have him since you were 8 and now u are 20 👍🏼. What have you been doing wrong? 🦜
@@schen5425 Just because nothing "bad" happened doesn't mean the possibility wasn't there.... Why continue pushing your luck at your lil friends possible expense...?
@2869may I believe you have obviously misunderstood my comment, which I now see received (21👍🏻). My comment was from two years ago.. would still *offer* the same question. Happy Friday. Peace out ✌🏻
@2869may do you own a feathered-friend? I have a foster macaw now for 6yrs who have been re-homed several times and, my tiel who will be 26 in August 😊
I really appreciate this content. Thank you for caring and loving for birds! Unfortunately, many new owners don’t know a lot of things. I’m sure you’ve covered the toxic foods…. I almost accidentally gave my bird avocado when she turned one!! so I’m sure you have a video talking about toxic food and toxic would like to Cedar, and many of the other ones that are aromatic and highly toxic most people think it is! It’s not you may have covered that, sorry if I missed it excellent video thank you!!
My budgie loved his bells and actually composed little songs and accompanied music he loved on his favorite bell. Tube bells were way too heavy for him. I suggest watching the bird to see how he uses the bell. If all he does is attack the clapper, take the bell. Birds like to talk to a mirror , sometimes fight it if agitated, even when they have mates, perhaps not to bite their friends, so if they’re not obsessing on the mirror, it’s okay. ABSOLUTELY AGREE ABOUT FABRIC TOYS. The parrot will shred and can get snagged in unique ways. My budgie got a wing tip caught in a raveling satin ribbon. I saw her trying to pull free and cut the thread with scissors. She could have dislocated her wing or worse.
One tip I do have for bird owners who happen to have a smaller cage, keep that cage door open whenever you’re around, sometimes your bird will just sit on a perch, which is fine, if the door is open because then it’s their choice to be there. My bird hangs out on his cage quite a bit, and it’s a smaller cage (it’s all I could afford at the time and currently saving for a more apt cage), but that cage door is always open whenever I’m around. I also find that it’s better to make your own bird toys, it’s much cheaper overall and you know what is going into that toy
So basically every bird product that is on the market. I agree with the thing about the tiny cages, but that takes most bird products off the market right there.
You can make a lot of toys for your birds that’s cheeper and better for them to destroy than all the toys on the market. Things like cardboard boxes filled with shredded paper for them to find food in or treats and they love it. There’s plenty of videos online and birds need the best care so do research and don’t go straight into the first thing you so from Amazon
It sounds like you are complaining? Yes, a lot of bird products are unsuitable for birds. Pet stores and companies want to make money, not provide animals with happy and healthy lives. There are also plenty of good companies- Planet Pleasures, Super Bird Creations, Bird Kabob, etc.
@@dsvwtrbeytnryune a lot of what she saying is wrong takes away a lot of the stuff that average people use with the birds and their birds are fine you do not need a huge cage for two budgies trust me I have average size cages for both of them and they are fine my birds have bells on their toys they do not get hurt I watch them carefully it's all perspective everybody can say different things than what you should or shouldn't use so you take it and you're careful what you feed or you let your budgie play with
This has been the most educational video I've watched. I'm a new with my 2 budgies and I want them to be safe and healthy. There is too many commercial products out there at pet stores and now I know what is better for them. Thank you.
I love that a lot of the toys recommended/ shown came from bonka birds. I ordered once from there and then called to ask if I could just pick it up instead and i was amazed at the amount of creative toys there are for birds. Safe to say i bought 100 bucks worth of natural materials to make DIY toys 😅
I got two of the biggest parrot cages, that still fit through my doors. Took one side out of each and wired them togethef, voila a hugd cage, takes up almost the full room. Then we made them an aviary outside, about 4 x 5m . But the best part for the sulphur crested cockatoos is, that they can decide to go out. A wire cube, attached from the cage side door leads to the window, where I got a cat door, outside the window is another home made wire tunnel that leads to the aviary. In the aviary we have natural dirt, bushes branch highways, hollow tree trunks, a bath and toys, rain and sun and shade! And other birdie friends, they talk too. Plus we sit outthere with them too. Got a comfy bench in the aviary, so we can have a chat, haha They never sleep outside, they may miss out on dinner, haha, they love what we eat. Outside they nibble on the vegetation. Easy peasy, they are having a great life
I kept the dowel perches at the bottom of my birds cages for them to use when they’re feeling lazy and want to climb instead of fly, because birds are playful and silly and sometimes like to jump around on the various perches. But yes, it’s better to keep the real wood branch type perches for them to sit on at the top of the cage where they will sit all night or sit for hours. Like you said, though, it’s ok to have a couple of dowels as long as they’re not at the top of the cage where they sit for hours
This is an outstanding, helpful & insightful video!!! I’m a teacher & have been rescuing birds for thirty years, & learned so many new important tips from you. Many thanks!
I am thinking my bird is far smarter than I am. To my shame, I have bought her a number of different toys over the years that include ones on this list- but she has always HATED anything in bright colours and has trained me to only give her paper or wood based products. Thankfully, she has survived my inept handling and is now an ancient little old lady but still going strong!
Well that's terrifying. Glad I got to this before taking my new baby cockatiel home. Looks like I'm gonna be making some rearrangements. Thanks so much for the heads up!
Omg I’m a lovebird owner of 10 years and I never knew about crop impaction! Thankfully my birds have never gotten it, but I’m not gonna take any chances. My female had been SUPER into biting her snuggle sack (and getting insanely hormonal/territorial) lately, so it’s definitely time for it to go. I just feel bad taking it out because she seems to love it so much haha. Thanks for the informative video!
Maybe you can get her a brand new twig one so she an at least go from the fabric to the healthy twig variety, and then take it out for a few hours every day, then out for a whole day, then out 2 days a week, and so on, at whatever “speed” you feel she is tolerating, and wean her off of it finally, without as much stress as you’d have just taking her fabric one out with no sub. I’d be the same as you & not want to cause her anxiety. 😿
Im so happy i revisited this video,i recieved two rescue lovebirds that were super scared of humans,after changing everything except those round perches (im gonna go out and buy some natural perches =)they became so much happier and friendlier,thank you for making this video,it helped us a lot!
My family and I’ve recently been preparing to get a bird, we’ve already got a cage, coincidentally the large one you showed a pic of, sorted out and will actually get a lovebird(likely) tomorrow. I’m excited but also nervous about whether I can take care of them as well as they deserve. 😅 This video was incredibly helpful! I will definitely be coming back to this channel for more advice
I've kept a rope perch in my parakeets' cage for 7 years. They don't chew it and have never had any problems. I replace them when they start showing wear. They also have natural perches, and just the 1 rope perch. Interested in her answer myself, but that's my experience.
Every toy has some kind of safety concern. Thats why its important to keep an eye out. If you start to see fraying, remove it immediately, but I've had birds for over a decade and never encountered a bird that ingests rope.
Yes, I believe that it's okay to have rope perches as long as your birds didn't chew it. I have 5 lovebirds and they all chew on anything 🤣🤣 So I don't have any rope perches or anything with synthetic material or cotton in their cage.
rope perches are ok. you should check a lot of times a day for frayed pieces. my cockatiel is almost 6 months and natural woods aren’t comfortable enough for her yet and only likes ropes.
Thank you so much! I’ve been researching tons for when I get a birdy and I’m so happy I could learn so many things from your channel! I’m also proud because I knew that all of these were bad for them lol
She's so fricking adorable and I love her birds, I've been watching for about 4 months and I love this channel, 11 out of ten will definitely watch again
I'm planning on getting a cockatiel and the cage I'm getting is actually big enough for a pair of macaws, plenty of room for a little bird, perches, fly space and even a bird bath why not
I definitely recommend getting baby cockatiels as they are easier to train. A normal cage needs to have (2 medium-sized food bowls, 2 water containers a nest and a plate-sized bird bath that should be deep enough to swallow their legs. I recommend you getting a mixed diet.) Birds need to be entertained too. So get some friendly toys. If you can entertain them yourself its not necessary.
WOW! Thank you so much for your videos!!! I love how your directed and to the point and it is so refreshing and instantly I feel like I'm talking to you face to face and it is the first time I feel like I'm in someone else's home while watching a video!?! I'm 61 years old and been on the internet since it started so I've seen a lot of videos and this has never happened to me before!😃 THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! And thank you for the new experience! I watched your video subscribe and came back 2 hours later because I was still smiling and felt refreshed after watching several of your videos!😃 I think you are a Very Special person with a Beautiful Soul and I could see that your babies know that also!!! You're very informative and you're a great teacher and I'm so glad that you have these videos out. I've seen so much ugliness with younger people not knowing how to take care of animals and connect with them in spirit and give the right products to their loved ones to secure their mental and physical health! Right now I know of four people that have birds that know nothing about them and they come to me for advice and I know that they don't come to me all the time or know that they need to look for information so I have sent your videos,(LOL every video one at a time instead of just sending a link to your site then turned around and sent them the link! I was very excited 😸🤷🏻♀️) I feel sooo relieved that they have you to come to for the right information and guidance for their feathered babies!!! I am a very big promoter of yours from here on out!!! Much love and happiness to you and yours 😘 (I know this is a very long comment and I apologize. I've never commented on anything this long before but I forgot to mention My best friend of 21 years is a sun conure named Panama Jones that I rescued after someone threw her in the trash because they thought she was dead. She loves to watch your videos with me and she gets excited to see your babies when she hears your voice!) 🙋🏻♀️
100% agree with you that frayed rope products can be dangerous. My lovebird entangled her foot in a string and was stuck upside down. In her panic trying to free herself, she only made it worse. Luckily I was in the room when it happened and was able to cut her free. I threw out that toy immediately and will never place another in her cage again.
I love this video so much, everything said was sooo true. My bird once got his beak stuck on a bell before. So I’m rllly glad she pointed out bells. :>
On the cheaper bells they can also get the clappers right out of they (Macaws, in this case) work it enough. And then they're at risk of ingesting this little piece of metal as well. (Fortunately, a handy peanut bit works as a sure-fire trade. . .)
This was so helpful! I’m thinking of getting my first bird, a green cheek conure, and this was super helpful. I had no idea how harmful some of the toys could be. Edit: I ended up getting a Quaker!💚
I have a question about using an all natural mite and lice spray mixed with water in a spray bottle...I adopted a cockatiel hoping around someone's yard with clipped wings and very small injury which is healing....is it safe to use a product like this?
@@bettyduffey3364 unsure who you are directing the question to, but if you are unsure if something is bird safe,I would call your exotic veterinarian if you have one for your bird and see if you could ask them maybe? Birds are very sensitive as far as pets go so I would error on the side of caution and not introduce something to them or their environment if you’re not positive it’s safe
@@bettyduffey3364 also if the birds wings are clipped they are most definitely someone’s pet, perhaps they escaped, if you have Facebook I would put up a public post about finding the bird and look and see if anyone in your area has posted that they lost a cockatiel. Even with their wings clipped, a gust of wind can help a bird fly some distance, so it’s possible the little one you found escaped and flew farther than it expected, hence the injury
So helpful! We just res used a four year old cockatiel and now I think I will need to replace everything in the cage they sold me! Thank you so much for all the helpful information here! I now subscribe!
Thanks for this. I have a small open wood box lined with felt. My girl sits in it sometimes during the day, but doesnt sleep there overnight. I've kept it there so she always has a dark space to go to. I'm not worried about the felt itself, since it cannot fray. But now I'm worried about hormonal issues. I guess I'll take it out, and just hang some of the felt by a perch for darkness? She does like to put her head under felt when sleeping. Does that sound like a good idea?
What did you end up doing? I am welcoming a budgie into my home soon and I’ve heard that when they’re stressed they need a warm dark place to calm them
1) Those toys with a long chain and slivers of thin wood. My Yellow Nape Amazon goes through like one a week, but this is what happened the first time I gave him one: As he chews away the pieces of wood, the length of exposed chain increases. Thankfully, I was right next to his cage when he started screaming bloody murder because the chain twisted around his leg and he got caught up in there. What I do now is hang the toy in such a way (through the top of the cage but clip it to the side) so I can keep an eye on how much exposed chain there is and adjust so there’s only like an inch or two. Not enough to wrap around his leg. 2) The rope perches are fine, as long as you watch your bird isn’t ingesting it. 3) All cages should have THREE stainless steel bowls. Water, dry food, veggies. And preferably with outside access so you don’t have to stick your hand into the cage. That action, for a new timid bird you’re training, is a disaster. 4) Great channel, and subscribed.
My rescued love birds came with nasty rope toys and perches. That was that first thing I took away, they were also cage bound so the next thing was to make them an aviary. And next is replacing the plastic bowls.
I have lovebirds. 3. I put a mirror in the cage but they all lost interest within a few days. Maybe they know it's fake? Or because it was right on the mesh they thought the "other bird" is out from their territory?
Thanks for the vet wrap idea! They love their rope sphere hanging ball. Now I can wrap it in pretty colors and protect them from their favorite toy! First time viewer here. Nice first impression. Keep up the good work!
This suggestion had me confused. I would have thought that the elasticated fibres of the vet wrap would have the same dangers as the rope fibres? What do you think?
@@TrevRevlin Vet wrap is made of a tear resistant material, whereas the rope is soft, unravels easily and can be digested. Not saying the vet wrap can't! Only that I can extend the life of their favorite toy by wrapping and replacing as needed. Good question!
DUDE I was at the store the other day looking for a cage to prepare for the introduction of a Parrotlet (I've owned Parakeets in the past and would like to own a bird again.) An employee caught me looking at the birds (was watching parakeets cuz they're cute, not interested tho) and cages. I was looking at the larger ones since I heard that P'lets would do better in em, and this guy points out that the two budgies are bonded and that if I wanted one, I should get both. I didn't ask but sure that's fine and all but then the man points at the TINIEST CAGES (around 10"x10") and then goes: "This cage is big enough for both of them." NAHHHH
Pet shops should be closed down. Just imagine all the sad, cramped, impacted and sore footed birds there have been over the hundreds of years they have been kept as pets. Just a word about newsprint paper...as they are likely to chew it then that can be harmful too as the ink contains chemicals.
Pet shops are really bad about splitting bonded pairs and never telling the buyer that the bird they're about to take home has lost, or is losing, its mate or best friend. Sometimes I just despise pet shop owners.
Hello, my cockatiel has private room and is free whole day. She's in cage only for 12hours sleeping schedule. According you is this healthy and fine? By the way, thankful to you as your content helped me much.
hi! yes that sounds great, letting your bird out of the cage all day is amazing for exercise! birds can also get bored even if they are outside of the cage all day so you also want to make sure that you're interacting with your bird and providing enrichment. this could be anything like training your bird and giving her something to keep busy like playing with toys, trying new foods, etc
Yes we do this all, yesterday we spent hours listening Opera music, her reaction were so funny and calming for us both😂 I will be changing my perches and food bowls according to your suggestions.👍🏻
If you're ever worried I recommend watching how they act in nature :) a healthy bird generally treats their cage as a safe space where they can feel safe/calm down if feeling overwhelmed. they're not harmful at all if treated as one in nature might treat a roosting spot/nest hollow.
This video gave me so much anxiety because of all the dangerous and harmful stuff that I gave to my bird not knowing how harmful they can be. I’ve had her for 8 years now and I might have to remodel her entire cage. Thx for the great info 🙏
I guess it really depends on individual birds. I have four birds, Senegal, GCC, lovebird and cockatiel and they all hv sleeping tents and some of the toys mentioned here, but they have been doing fine for about five years now. They don't chew on their tents, although I did remove some fabric perches a couple of years ago after they were chewed on by the Senie. I think you'll just need to keep a close eye on how they behave and if you see anything that could be harmful, just remove them.
Man I feel so bad for my birds, I always wondered why my birds always hate me no matter what I try to do but after seeing this video, I realize I do half of the mistakes. I’ll tell me parents about this video and I hope they listen to me and not worry about the pricing. Wish me luck 🤞🏻
heres a tip!! if you have a small bird cage u could keep it to 1.put ur birds in and give them outside time 2.use them for car rides to the vet or anywhere for that matter 3.put ur birds in if your cleaning ,remodeling ,and/or doing something to their cage in general
I use my “bonus” cage as an extra spot in the house that my bird can choose to play on. I removed the roof, but kept it filled with food, water, toys, and she spends time there enjoying the change of scenery. I think having a “bonus cage” makes her feel secure in that she always has a place to go.
I own two cockatiels and I’ve gotten them rope perches/ toys and a boing for at the window, thinking that as long it was sisal rope it’d be safe. They’re 7 and 8 years old and have never gotten these fibres in their crops (which I don’t assume develops so slowly if they’re eating at the rope). One does sort of play with the fibres and then spits them out (like she ‘chews’ them but doesn’t bite them off, they come out all wet and gross from saliva), the other doesn’t care for them at all and prefers to chew at wood and paper. But with this information I’ll still get rid of the rope toys and perches just to be safe. Thank you for this information!
I'm planning on getting 2 parakeets (I'm 17) and I've been doing nothing but research for the last few hours and I already knew some stuff but this video really helped with my list of what no to do with and for my birds. I can't wait to watch more of videos and learn more before getting my birds!
It’s so sad, I literally saw so many bird cages that were SO SO small! I got so sad because like it was too small! No beard would be happy in that..they barely even fit food:(..I saw a bird today in a Hamster cage istg that bird did not look happy. I do agree with the small bird cages but I only use them for emergencies, times we go to the vet, and if I’m carrying it or getting it with me and more! Still do not use them as for your bird cage for them to stay in 24/7 please!:( imagine u setting in that cage..:(
I have had birds my entire life and I have used about half of these products regularly without even considering what the consequences could be for the poor babies. I even fed my birds only millet for their entire lives. It sucks that people trap animals inside their homes but don't care enough to find out what is good and harmful for them. But what can you expect, most people don't care enough to find out what is good and bad for themselves, let alone another living being. I guess I got what I had coming because one day I took my bird outside (for whatever reason) even though she was not trained and unlike other times, when I clutched her closely so she wouldn't fly away, this time I got confident, put her on the grass, then she got spooked and flew away. I realized that you can't own a life. She was never mine to begin with, but I was under the impression that she was. I was very foolish, and still am, but at least now I know that when you treat living beings like shit, they will one day find an escape (whether it's by death or otherwise) and you will experience the same pain they went through. Birds probably shouldn't be living in our houses, anyways. I doubt they like it like a dog does, but that's beside the point. Just know that we don't get to keep anything in this life. All we have is our soul. Life is a gift. The present moment is an opportunity for us to do better than before. I made mistakes, I hurt animals and people in the past, but I will be more aware from now on and try to never harm a living creature again. Thank you for making this video and opening my eyes a bit more to the importance of considering what I'm about to do before I act.
I get what you are saying when you said "Birds probably shouldn't be living in our houses, anyways" but if a bird is bred in captivity, they can't be released. they don't know how to find food or what to avoid. You defiantly shouldn't release a parrot in a place that species of parrot is not native to, if you decide to release it anyways. That would honestly be worse than not taking care of it correctly.
i am glad that you are willing to learn from your mistakes and move on! if you still have birds, and you want to take them outside safely(the vitamins from the sun are very good for them), you can bring them out in a clear carrier or cage, or you can harness train them (they sell tons of good bird harnesses online), or if you are experienced enough and they trust you, you can free fly them! as for your bird that flew away, it most likely either was found by someone, or it is dead(i’m sorry!). birds and other animals raised in captivity cannot and do not belong in the wild, because their instincts are not there like that of a bird or other raised in the wild. i could obviously be wrong in some areas here so if anyone knows more about this, please correct me
Thank you, thank you, thank you, for educating bird owners. These creatures are some of the most vulnerable pets in the world and many feel that they don't need any care. Some buy them for their small children who don't have an idea of how to handle a bird and don't control the strength with which they grab them. Birds ARE NOT toys!!! Thanks again! Cannot thank you enough!
All of these things aren't necessarily bad tbh. Sandpaper perches also help with beak filing. My parakeet loves hers but never uses it habitually. Boings and rope swings are absolutely fine, just know your bird and do daily cage checks. My cockatoo loves and I mean LOVES ropes. I truthfully just check his ropes daily and snip and clean them so he doesn't get stuck or eat them. Plastic food bowls are available for my cockatoo, but they're made of very thick plastic and cleaned daily with water and weekly with very mild dish soap (seriously don't use a lot). Bird vitamins aren't bad in idea but yes please don't use a lot. My cockatoo loves the flavor of it, but I only use a very little bit. Keeps him drinking well. Space it out! Don't give a lot.
Thank you so much for this video ♥️ I didnt know most of it and i was planning on getting the sleep tent and wool perche, i also use vitamins. Wish i had known this before i love my birb and i want the best for him♥️
Ah thanks so much! I've gotten a new bird that's a cockatiel and I was wondering if I got the right things, turns out I didn't I've bought two of these things (The bell and the hut thing) Thank you for telling me what's good for birds and what's bad for them! ^^ Edit: I know this is late and no ones gonna read this but. Is "Springwater" good for birds? I just wanna know because I don't want my bird to have health issues in the future! :c
I filter my bird's water in a pitcher to remove the chlorine. Our city water is heavily chlorinated. I filter my own drinking and cooking water, as well. And I let water sit in the watering can at least 24 hours before using it om my plants, because chlorine evaporates.
Around 3 months ago my brother accidentally stood on my bird, he broke his hip, snapped it's leg in half and had internal bleeding and was not expected to survive. We drove for hours to get to a special bird vet where they said they can try and save him but it was unlikely he would survive, they put a pin in his leg and tried to save him. We brought him home after two days, every two weeks we had to bring him back there so they could check up on him. After about 2 weeks they told us him was probably going to live but he will never be properly healed and may never walk the same again. Now if you took a look at my bird you would never even know anything ever happened to him. He has made a full recovery and is going to be ok.😊
I've been doing a heap of research because I'm about to get a conure. So glad I watched this because so many sites talk about how you should be getting half of this stuff! I will definitely be checking out all the other vids too!
I gotta disagree with the vitamin & supplement section, it totally depends on the kind of bird, how its kept, and of course its diet. Personally I own an indoor pigeon who needs the extra vitamins mixed into the food, since he won't be able to get vitamin d naturally indoors (ultraviolet rays cant go through windows), and other vitamins that he wouldn't get from his diet naturally (his diet consists of seed, grains, corn & peas, etc. Typical grain eating bird diet.) Plus there can often also be calcium in the supplement, which is vital if your bird lays eggs, accidental or not. Of course dosage has to be kept an eye on, since overdosing can obviously be horrible to any animal, but vitamin deficiency can also be bad.
I agree with you..👍 In my personal opinion I understand that she as a pet owner wants to share through her youtube channel some of her personal ideas and beliefs about the things she THINKS is or would be perjudicial to birds, but one point people miss is that.. she is not a certified person, she is not a veterinarian or a scientist. I'm not saying she is totally wrong but people should consider that, I think some of her advices are quite drastic or too general. I would suggest people to do also their own research and talk to their vets before following any advice they hear on social media. Because after all it is all about their pet's life and well-being.
I have two rope perches, and when I got them I made sure there was no tassels or lose threads, and my birds just climb them and have no interest of chewing luckily. If they do start chewing them then they will be taken away of course, but in the meantime they are fun toys
Oh god, I have a lot of substituting to do. Our caique, Happy(male), loves his tent and will absolutely go berserk if we move it. We checked if there were any expoed threads and check inside it every once in a while. Is it okat to keep it? Also Happy has a cage filled with sand, is this harmful? We tried paper, but Happy likes to eat his own poo. Any help is very appreciated
Sand perches are really useful for single birds during molts- especially if they don’t like to be handled during the molt so they can use the textured surface to rub off pin feathers
I've found that having a large cage with multiple diameter and shape perches is best. The highest perch is a concrete one with sort of natural rough stone surface, which helps keep his nails wearing down naturally, and he can always move to one of the smooth wooden perches if it hurts his feet. The top of the cage also has a concrete block which he walks on regularly, which also helps keep his toenails wearing naturally, so much so that I haven't had to trim his nails in almost 30 years. He's an African Gray, and that top concrete perch is about 2" in diameter, he also has one of those which are only rough on the sides, though it doesn't feel like it is rough enough to cause wear on his toenails. Dowel perches are okay as long as there are enough different diameter ones available for your bird to stand on.... including 'square-ish' ones. Variety is best.
My family has a little Green cheeked conure (Paco) who we raised, we hand fed & regulated his environmental temperature since he arrived at 3 weeks old with us, he is now 1 and we've had 2 scares with him getting tangled and almost choking. I keep making changes as I do more and more research to take better care of him and I wish I found your channel sooner. Now I can stay away from some possible dangers and hopefully make him less hormonal!
I think this was the first video that I watched on your channel and honestly had me binging your videos right after hahaha. I love the way you objectively explain the reasons why these bird products should be avoided. Also love it whenever your flock appears in the video too ^^
I Totally disagree with you saying not to give birds vitamins. Most veterinarian tell you vitamins is good for birds that are picky eater even when you give them a balanced diet of healthy food and vegetables and fruit and nuts they still need extra help. Not all birds like to eat the same thing. I have been a bird owner for more than 25 years. But some of your tips are helpful.
Even though I own canaries, not parrots, these tips are really helpful. Just a few tips. 1. Dowel perches are not really bad, the same with sandy perches, IF those perches are the lowest. Birds tend to sleep on the highest perch. So I just put sandy and dowel perches but they are low. 2. Small cages can be useful travel carriers, but just like you said, they can't be a birds permanent cage, as thwy need space. 3. Cotton rope perches are ok as long as they have no loose strings. 4. Bird litter can be used as a foraging activity, because you can hide seeds or treats in it.
I'm not planning on getting a bird in the future, nor do I have one. But I love watching bird care videos so much!! You bird TH-camrs are convincing me to get one! Everytime I watch one of ur vids, I learn something new! Thx for making it! :)
I like how she gets right into the video without having a very long intro :)
Yes so do i . I can't stand all these long tedious intros
What's even worse is opening a video with a ten minute advert for their sponsors (right after you've had to sit through two adverts before the video even starts). I'm glad she doesn't do that; I generally just click straight back out of those.
thank you for pointing that out! im with you!
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Tiny cages aren’t all bad. They’re great for days that I want to bring my birds outside for a little bit without the full barriers of the sturdier travel carriers. But of course no bird should be kept in them for very long
Great for travel, emergency placement, and supervised outdoor time. Terrible for anything else!
Also great for training. And taking to the vet. Always keep one around
That true !
Well I don't think she means those cages, I think she meant the ones you keep at home.
@@AlyssaThePikachu I actually use a small cage intended for permanent habitation (it was the 2nd largest at the pet store and still miniscule compared to my enclosure) for travel and outside time! It gives them more space than their carrier, so if they're gonna be in it longer than fifteen minutes, that is where they go.
Which is why we bring this up. Small cages are bigger than most carriers, so they're perfect for anything short of air travel. But you've also gotta make sure you emphasize that they shouldn't be used for permanent habitation when you talk about them like this, because they are marketed as being for permanent habitation.
I'm wondering why all these bird companies are trying to kill birds...
So you buy more birds/spend more money fixing your bird’s health
It is also because most of the time companies are not very knowledgeable about actually owning a bird, and what those toys can do to them.
the reason why is because the companies are mr. krabs himself
They were designed for small birds like Canary's, it is not their fault people cant recognize the fact it is not viable for their bird.
because they are cheap, easy to make, and they are made in mass. they dont give a fuck about your bird sadly
1. Don't feel bad because you have any of these products, slowly remove them or save up for healthy and safe ones, especially if you didn't know that some of these were harmful! Everyone has to learn it.
2. DO NOT get rid of small bird cages, in fact, you might even want a small, easy to carry one in case you need to visit a vet or you bring your bird outside for a bit! Don't leave them in it too long though!
3. If you're not sure if something is safe for your bird, you probably want to not add it until you make sure it is safe and more research is done!
and 4. I'VE NEVER HAD A BIRD. this is just tips I think everyone should know though!
@patrickgragg5602uhhh daddy😩😩
@patrickgragg5602what are u trying to say?
4 If you've never had a Bird, STFU!
I remember trying a sand perch for our first bird (we didn’t know much yet) and he simply refused to use it. We quickly realised it was probably not comfortable for the guy. Props to him for expressing his opinion by outright rejecting the perch.
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I had a parrot before, and unfortunately made a bunch of these mistakes with him. I feel so bad now. Thanks for the informative video!
We do the best with the information we have at the time. Parrot care is complex and there aren't many parrot owners on the planet who have never made a single mistake. What's important is that you're learning now
@@SeabassFishbrains Exactly this!! When I got my first bird, the information available was SO much different than the information that's around now!! As long as you're willing to grow and change when you find you've been doing something wrong, you're still a good bird owner 💕
The internet/you tube has lots of good advice. But most new owners won't take the time to do proper research! Pity!
Well as long as this whole is all false and ur bird isn't sick
We had a parakeet growing up and made many of these mistakes with him. He was stuck in a small-ish cage and became obsessed with his mirror. My mom got him a “girlfriend” about a year after we got him, and he was constantly pecking her. We thought it was cute how he kissed her so much! Well.. she passed away a few months after we got her. Looking back now, it’s so so sad. :( We didn’t have the internet back then, but my parents should have done more research.
I try to avoid these videos because they give me so much anxiety
I try to spread this information to my parents, but they insist that the toys and perches wouldn't be on the market if they're bad. It upsets me that they don't listen to me and look down on me just because I'm younger :(
They are in the right at some extent, not everything on the internet is true. Products have been tested several times before going on the public market. And your guardians have clinged to that mindset.
Jude, you are right! I promise you that many manufacturers are not ethical and care about profits only. I can give you an example of a rubber dog toy that was designed with a hole in it to place treats inside. Many dogs got their tongue stuck, and it would swell and cause severe complications. The manufacturer is on record stating they rather pay the lawsuits then take the product off the market. Turn your anxiety into action. . . In your own way. Never doubt your capabilities.
My parents are the same way. i had to watch my bird get confused with mirrors and terrible toys. She has lots behavior issues. I want to get her a friend. Good thing i am take her away from my parents soon
I understand that, my parents are the same way. Luckily all of my animals are owned by me personally, I pay for all of their care products.
For people that own companies where these products are made nothing is more important than money they don't care about anything but money
I knew about most of these but didn't even think about the sand perches causing cuts. Its so frustrating how so many things marketed for animals end up being harmful for them. Thank you for the info!
I just came across this video. I have been working with birds for 40+ years. I think your video was done extremely well. Very well done researched and done. You are definitely a terrific bird mom.!!
On the subject of toys: Make sure the clips and chains are safe. No spring clamps like a carabiner clip or keychain clip. Make sure the chains/rings that the toys are hanging on are also closed rings and not rings that are on keychains that twist around these too can also hurt beaks.
Bonus tip: an alternative for the grit/calcium supplement - get a cuttlebone. calcium and chew toy all in one. STAY AWAY from the "mineral blocks" though. they have a lot of additives.
Controversial Tip: In my experience sanding perches/rope perches are not all bad, but they should not be the ONLY perch you have in your cage. Your bird should have at LEAST 3 different types of perches to choose from of varying widths and shapes. Even natural perches should be used carefully based on the types of dye, sealant, and wood type used. (what I'm saying is just make sure you're getting your perches from a good source and not just going outside and picking up some branches)
If you do use a sanding perch, it should be put near the food (Essentially in a place where they will use it, but not sit on it all day. It should be a spot where they sit temporarily) The same goes for rope perches.
Overall, always make sure your toys and materials in your bird's cage are always maintained and monitored for defects. Do your research, get many opinions, read published bird books, watch online videos and love the heck out of your little feather friend.
agreed :) on the cuttlebone, if they won't eat it, try to get a natural one. I got one on ebay from a user who advertised that it was hand collected from a local beach & one of my birds LOVES that, but won't touch any other cuttlebone.
One packet I bought stunk of fish when I opened it, so presumably that's why. I think most is probably waste products from the fishing industry, whereas the one collected from the beach had been floating in the ocean, being cleaned by the sun & salt water for months before she got it.
So if you think your bird doesn't like cuttle bone, try naturally sourced before being sure of that
I had a bird lose a toe and struggle terribly on one of those rings with the screw joiner that hangs the toy up. I use a small piece of twine with most of it outside the cage
I get my perches from outside.. I wash them with Dawn dish soap rinse well... My birds like to pick the bark off them! I use different sizes and always have back up perches when I change things around some of my branches even swing! 🐦💙🐦💜🐦
Like I'll listen to all of this
@@carriekirsch3603 As long as you're using them from a safe tree and there's no risk of pesticides, they're fine.
Peanuts can be deadly to parrots because of a mold specific to peanuts that you can not see. So often they show no symptoms until it’s too late.
Yes, thanks so much for pointing this out! That particular mold is called aspergillus. It produces aflatoxin, a toxin that is really harmful to the liver!
@@FlyingFids I’ll be sure to avoid it! 😅
Some pellets are made with peanuts how do you feel about that?
@@FlyingFids I have read that the aspergillus is in the shells of peanuts but not in the nuts themselves? Is that correct? I know many parrot people don't feed peanuts because of their high fat content, but, in terms of aspergillus, are they safe to feed as long as they are *not* in the shell?
@@PuertoRocCutie23 Don't buy those types then. Simple.
I’ve been heavily researching birbs before i get one of my own this is a very good and informative video so thank you and from my (hopefully) future bird!
that is so great, thank you for doing your research! your future bird is so lucky!
I’m doing the same! I really want a bird and I’ve done a lot of research so far, I’m about to go and buy the cage but don’t know when I’ll get the actual birds yet.
@@FlyingFids hi! in the video you showed footage of you scrolling through birds who are looking to get re-homed. would you mind telling me what the name of the website is?
@@rubyydeee the website is petfinder I think! It allows you to search for pets up for adoption in your area!
@@insipidwallflower565 TYSM! I MIGHT FIND MY NEW PET BECAUSE OF YOU 🥺I LITERALLY CANT THANK YOU ENOUGH-
It wasn’t mentioned in the video, but a lot of places sell rope perches and boings made of sisal, which is a more easily digestible fibre than cotton and could be a good replacement if your bird loves the boings!
Ty for saying that! Thought I was the only one that knew
I had a bird who got his feet stuck on a fuzzy tunnel overnight, and he suffocated and died. I can’t imagine how much he suffered, and I feel guilty every day that his screams didn’t wake me up. Thank you so much for spreading helpful information for bird owners! I really appreciate it!!!
You have good common sense.
So many people fall for the advertising and don't think it through from a bird's point of view!
The one thing, that really gets me, is when people are cooking with the bird on the shoulder.
THEY CAN FALL OR FLY INTO THE HOT PAN! Make it a rule, not to have birds near stoves!
not only this, teflon that is on pans releases a GAS that is DEADLY to birds
Someone in my family had their birds die because they kept the cage in the dining room and the fumes from the pans were toxic.
@@sonailee3619 They cook in the dining room?
@@swissmaid no their dining room is like just off their kitchen and has an open concept so theres like no full wall separating it just an island so the fumes would spread over to the dining room.
I didn't know about the Teflon thing, well, I knew it was made from toxic chemicals but didn't know it releases fumes. Our bird never goes near the counter or stove top, he just stays either on the dining table or by the sink a few feet away while I cook. He is fine, but I suppose it's because I left the back door open (with the screen door closed) half the time. I will definitely keep this in mind though. He doesn't like to be too far or out of sight so he always wants to be nearby
I hate seeing mineral / pumice perch in bird cages :( Pey stores in my country sell all those products and does not matter how expensive, useless and harmful they are, people keep buying them everyday! I wish there's more people like you
You,elle and owner of lemon budgie are just amazing too 😀
@@BirdieLovers I agree 🥰! I'm also subscribed to each one of them!! I'm so inspired by them all the time!
I'm not convinced there's an issue having them along with natural ones, given that my birds choose their pumice perch over the natural ones for sleeping every night (I had to buy a second one to stop fights over who got to sleep on it). That & the vertical branch are the favourites to my birds
@@mehere8038 majority of pumice perches I’ve seen are mainly half coated and they are actually pretty helpful. It’s the full sand perches toy gotta look out
@@froglog1002 mine aren't half coated, where I am, I've not actually found a source for the half coated ones I've heard about :( mind you, it probably wouldn't be very useful for me anyway, since there's not much of the top left lol my birds like to chew it when not sleeping on it & end & top is the target area to eat
I agree on the full sand perches, I hate the idea of them too
Omg ive had my cockatiels since I was 8 (now 20) and I’ve been doing a lot of things wrong. So glad I saw your video so that I can make my babies happier and healthier ❤️
Nicole ~ apparently to me, you've been taking care of your bird if u say u have him since you were 8 and now u are 20 👍🏼. What have you been doing wrong? 🦜
@@schen5425 Just because nothing "bad" happened doesn't mean the possibility wasn't there....
Why continue pushing your luck at your lil friends possible expense...?
@2869may I believe you have obviously misunderstood my comment, which I now see received (21👍🏻). My comment was from two years ago.. would still *offer* the same question. Happy Friday. Peace out ✌🏻
@2869may do you own a feathered-friend? I have a foster macaw now for 6yrs who have been re-homed several times and, my tiel who will be 26 in August 😊
Ty for all this!! My mom owns a cockatiel but hasn't been taking care of it properly so I've been trying my best to take care of her!
I really appreciate this content. Thank you for caring and loving for birds! Unfortunately, many new owners don’t know a lot of things. I’m sure you’ve covered the toxic foods…. I almost accidentally gave my bird avocado when she turned one!! so I’m sure you have a video talking about toxic food and toxic would like to Cedar, and many of the other ones that are aromatic and highly toxic most people think it is! It’s not you may have covered that, sorry if I missed it excellent video thank you!!
My budgie loved his bells and actually composed little songs and accompanied music he loved on his favorite bell. Tube bells were way too heavy for him. I suggest watching the bird to see how he uses the bell. If all he does is attack the clapper, take the bell. Birds like to talk to a mirror , sometimes fight it if agitated, even when they have mates, perhaps not to bite their friends, so if they’re not obsessing on the mirror, it’s okay. ABSOLUTELY AGREE ABOUT FABRIC TOYS. The parrot will shred and can get snagged in unique ways. My budgie got a wing tip caught in a raveling satin ribbon. I saw her trying to pull free and cut the thread with scissors. She could have dislocated her wing or worse.
One tip I do have for bird owners who happen to have a smaller cage, keep that cage door open whenever you’re around, sometimes your bird will just sit on a perch, which is fine, if the door is open because then it’s their choice to be there. My bird hangs out on his cage quite a bit, and it’s a smaller cage (it’s all I could afford at the time and currently saving for a more apt cage), but that cage door is always open whenever I’m around. I also find that it’s better to make your own bird toys, it’s much cheaper overall and you know what is going into that toy
So basically every bird product that is on the market. I agree with the thing about the tiny cages, but that takes most bird products off the market right there.
You can make a lot of toys for your birds that’s cheeper and better for them to destroy than all the toys on the market. Things like cardboard boxes filled with shredded paper for them to find food in or treats and they love it. There’s plenty of videos online and birds need the best care so do research and don’t go straight into the first thing you so from Amazon
It sounds like you are complaining? Yes, a lot of bird products are unsuitable for birds. Pet stores and companies want to make money, not provide animals with happy and healthy lives.
There are also plenty of good companies- Planet Pleasures, Super Bird Creations, Bird Kabob, etc.
She explains why these products are bad. There are better options. You can also make shredding and foraging toys yourself super easily and cheaply.
@@dsvwtrbeytnryune a lot of what she saying is wrong takes away a lot of the stuff that average people use with the birds and their birds are fine you do not need a huge cage for two budgies trust me I have average size cages for both of them and they are fine my birds have bells on their toys they do not get hurt I watch them carefully it's all perspective everybody can say different things than what you should or shouldn't use so you take it and you're careful what you feed or you let your budgie play with
This has been the most educational video I've watched. I'm a new with my 2 budgies and I want them to be safe and healthy. There is too many commercial products out there at pet stores and now I know what is better for them. Thank you.
I love that a lot of the toys recommended/ shown came from bonka birds. I ordered once from there and then called to ask if I could just pick it up instead and i was amazed at the amount of creative toys there are for birds. Safe to say i bought 100 bucks worth of natural materials to make DIY toys 😅
I got two of the biggest parrot cages, that still fit through my doors. Took one side out of each and wired them togethef, voila a hugd cage, takes up almost the full room. Then we made them an aviary outside, about 4 x 5m . But the best part for the sulphur crested cockatoos is, that they can decide to go out. A wire cube, attached from the cage side door leads to the window, where I got a cat door, outside the window is another home made wire tunnel that leads to the aviary. In the aviary we have natural dirt, bushes branch highways, hollow tree trunks, a bath and toys, rain and sun and shade! And other birdie friends, they talk too. Plus we sit outthere with them too. Got a comfy bench in the aviary, so we can have a chat, haha
They never sleep outside, they may miss out on dinner, haha, they love what we eat. Outside they nibble on the vegetation.
Easy peasy, they are having a great life
A great life indeed. Sounds like your cockatoos are *LIVING the life!* :-D
I was thinking of this. I was sitting with 4 budgies and wondered about combining 2 cages.
Cockatoos are big birds and so need an aviary to fly in. Well done.
Heavenly.
3:15 that was interesting seeing how far their blood vessels extend into their nails
I kept the dowel perches at the bottom of my birds cages for them to use when they’re feeling lazy and want to climb instead of fly, because birds are playful and silly and sometimes like to jump around on the various perches. But yes, it’s better to keep the real wood branch type perches for them to sit on at the top of the cage where they will sit all night or sit for hours. Like you said, though, it’s ok to have a couple of dowels as long as they’re not at the top of the cage where they sit for hours
UR FINE DHUT UP
There is no problem having just a few dowels as long as they have variety :)
This is an outstanding, helpful & insightful video!!! I’m a teacher & have been rescuing birds for thirty years, & learned so many new important tips from you. Many thanks!
I love the cotton perches and boings. I cut all frayed edges and fringes and make sure to check them daily to ensure there's no loose strings.
awe, rip to the birds that passed away from some of these products
I am thinking my bird is far smarter than I am. To my shame, I have bought her a number of different toys over the years that include ones on this list- but she has always HATED anything in bright colours and has trained me to only give her paper or wood based products.
Thankfully, she has survived my inept handling and is now an ancient little old lady but still going strong!
Awesome! How old is she?
Well that's terrifying. Glad I got to this before taking my new baby cockatiel home. Looks like I'm gonna be making some rearrangements. Thanks so much for the heads up!
Omg I’m a lovebird owner of 10 years and I never knew about crop impaction! Thankfully my birds have never gotten it, but I’m not gonna take any chances. My female had been SUPER into biting her snuggle sack (and getting insanely hormonal/territorial) lately, so it’s definitely time for it to go. I just feel bad taking it out because she seems to love it so much haha. Thanks for the informative video!
Sometimes your budgies favorites shouldn't matter
Maybe you can get her a brand new twig one so she an at least go from the fabric to the healthy twig variety, and then take it out for a few hours every day, then out for a whole day, then out 2 days a week, and so on, at whatever “speed” you feel she is tolerating, and wean her off of it finally, without as much stress as you’d have just taking her fabric one out with no sub. I’d be the same as you & not want to cause her anxiety. 😿
Im so happy i revisited this video,i recieved two rescue lovebirds that were super scared of humans,after changing everything except those round perches (im gonna go out and buy some natural perches =)they became so much happier and friendlier,thank you for making this video,it helped us a lot!
My family and I’ve recently been preparing to get a bird, we’ve already got a cage, coincidentally the large one you showed a pic of, sorted out and will actually get a lovebird(likely) tomorrow. I’m excited but also nervous about whether I can take care of them as well as they deserve. 😅 This video was incredibly helpful! I will definitely be coming back to this channel for more advice
I don’t know if you’ll see this, but my bird doesn’t chew on his rope perch, so could I still have it in his cage?
I've kept a rope perch in my parakeets' cage for 7 years. They don't chew it and have never had any problems. I replace them when they start showing wear. They also have natural perches, and just the 1 rope perch. Interested in her answer myself, but that's my experience.
@@RogerSullivanNOLA thx for telling me :3
Every toy has some kind of safety concern. Thats why its important to keep an eye out. If you start to see fraying, remove it immediately, but I've had birds for over a decade and never encountered a bird that ingests rope.
Yes, I believe that it's okay to have rope perches as long as your birds didn't chew it.
I have 5 lovebirds and they all chew on anything 🤣🤣 So I don't have any rope perches or anything with synthetic material or cotton in their cage.
rope perches are ok. you should check a lot of times a day for frayed pieces. my cockatiel is almost 6 months and natural woods aren’t comfortable enough for her yet and only likes ropes.
Natural ropes are fine but cotton is all around not worth the risk in my opinion
My birds have a bunch of rope perches they love them. I have never had any issues, I'm actually getting ready to buy them a few more .
Thank you so much! I’ve been researching tons for when I get a birdy and I’m so happy I could learn so many things from your channel! I’m also proud because I knew that all of these were bad for them lol
I totally agree. Companies must make products that are healthy for birds. thanks for the good info!
How about pumice stones? I noticed my conures are chewing them
THANK YOU OMGGG having parrots isnt as simple as ppl make it out to be, i hope more ppl see this ‼‼
Can you spell out “people”?
Having a bird is not easy by any means
I went into it blind boy did i learn alot
She's so fricking adorable and I love her birds, I've been watching for about 4 months and I love this channel, 11 out of ten will definitely watch again
I'm planning on getting a cockatiel and the cage I'm getting is actually big enough for a pair of macaws, plenty of room for a little bird, perches, fly space and even a bird bath why not
I definitely recommend getting baby cockatiels as they are easier to train. A normal cage needs to have (2 medium-sized food bowls, 2 water containers a nest and a plate-sized bird bath that should be deep enough to swallow their legs. I recommend you getting a mixed diet.) Birds need to be entertained too. So get some friendly toys. If you can entertain them yourself its not necessary.
WOW! Thank you so much for your videos!!! I love how your directed and to the point and it is so refreshing and instantly I feel like I'm talking to you face to face and it is the first time I feel like I'm in someone else's home while watching a video!?! I'm 61 years old and been on the internet since it started so I've seen a lot of videos and this has never happened to me before!😃 THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! And thank you for the new experience! I watched your video subscribe and came back 2 hours later because I was still smiling and felt refreshed after watching several of your videos!😃 I think you are a Very Special person with a Beautiful Soul and I could see that your babies know that also!!! You're very informative and you're a great teacher and I'm so glad that you have these videos out. I've seen so much ugliness with younger people not knowing how to take care of animals and connect with them in spirit and give the right products to their loved ones to secure their mental and physical health! Right now I know of four people that have birds that know nothing about them and they come to me for advice and I know that they don't come to me all the time or know that they need to look for information so I have sent your videos,(LOL every video one at a time instead of just sending a link to your site then turned around and sent them the link! I was very excited 😸🤷🏻♀️) I feel sooo relieved that they have you to come to for the right information and guidance for their feathered babies!!! I am a very big promoter of yours from here on out!!! Much love and happiness to you and yours 😘 (I know this is a very long comment and I apologize. I've never commented on anything this long before but I forgot to mention My best friend of 21 years is a sun conure named Panama Jones that I rescued after someone threw her in the trash because they thought she was dead. She loves to watch your videos with me and she gets excited to see your babies when she hears your voice!) 🙋🏻♀️
100% agree with you that frayed rope products can be dangerous. My lovebird entangled her foot in a string and was stuck upside down. In her panic trying to free herself, she only made it worse. Luckily I was in the room when it happened and was able to cut her free. I threw out that toy immediately and will never place another in her cage again.
I love this video so much, everything said was sooo true. My bird once got his beak stuck on a bell before. So I’m rllly glad she pointed out bells. :>
On the cheaper bells they can also get the clappers right out of they (Macaws, in this case) work it enough. And then they're at risk of ingesting this little piece of metal as well. (Fortunately, a handy peanut bit works as a sure-fire trade. . .)
This was so helpful! I’m thinking of getting my first bird, a green cheek conure, and this was super helpful. I had no idea how harmful some of the toys could be. Edit: I ended up getting a Quaker!💚
yay omg
Conures are very noisey.
I have a question about using an all natural mite and lice spray mixed with water in a spray bottle...I adopted a cockatiel hoping around someone's yard with clipped wings and very small injury which is healing....is it safe to use a product like this?
@@bettyduffey3364 unsure who you are directing the question to, but if you are unsure if something is bird safe,I would call your exotic veterinarian if you have one for your bird and see if you could ask them maybe? Birds are very sensitive as far as pets go so I would error on the side of caution and not introduce something to them or their environment if you’re not positive it’s safe
@@bettyduffey3364 also if the birds wings are clipped they are most definitely someone’s pet, perhaps they escaped, if you have Facebook I would put up a public post about finding the bird and look and see if anyone in your area has posted that they lost a cockatiel. Even with their wings clipped, a gust of wind can help a bird fly some distance, so it’s possible the little one you found escaped and flew farther than it expected, hence the injury
I also got the cage you’e getting and it’s huge! It is so big and my budgies love them!
So helpful! We just res used a four year old cockatiel and now I think I will need to replace everything in the cage they sold me! Thank you so much for all the helpful information here! I now subscribe!
I work in a large chain pet store and try to educate myself on proper care for all the animals we carry. Thank you for this!
Thanks for this. I have a small open wood box lined with felt. My girl sits in it sometimes during the day, but doesnt sleep there overnight. I've kept it there so she always has a dark space to go to. I'm not worried about the felt itself, since it cannot fray. But now I'm worried about hormonal issues. I guess I'll take it out, and just hang some of the felt by a perch for darkness? She does like to put her head under felt when sleeping. Does that sound like a good idea?
What did you end up doing? I am welcoming a budgie into my home soon and I’ve heard that when they’re stressed they need a warm dark place to calm them
@@sadiegreene8873 i draped a dark piece of felt that over a perch so it hangs over another perch below
1) Those toys with a long chain and slivers of thin wood. My Yellow Nape Amazon goes through like one a week, but this is what happened the first time I gave him one:
As he chews away the pieces of wood, the length of exposed chain increases. Thankfully, I was right next to his cage when he started screaming bloody murder because the chain twisted around his leg and he got caught up in there.
What I do now is hang the toy in such a way (through the top of the cage but clip it to the side) so I can keep an eye on how much exposed chain there is and adjust so there’s only like an inch or two. Not enough to wrap around his leg.
2) The rope perches are fine, as long as you watch your bird isn’t ingesting it.
3) All cages should have THREE stainless steel bowls. Water, dry food, veggies. And preferably with outside access so you don’t have to stick your hand into the cage. That action, for a new timid bird you’re training, is a disaster.
4) Great channel, and subscribed.
Are calcium perches ok like smooth on the top and rough on the sides.
Yes, she mentioned in the vid, that smooth on top, rough on the sides is fine.
Just watched your video, brilliant thank you, I have adopted two budgies from a rescue center and feel now i will be able to give them the best care.
Thank you so much for providing other options. I see a lot of videos of what not to get but never of what to get instead.
I JUST LOVE YOUR BIRDS SO MUCH THEY ARE TOO CUTE I CANTT 💓
THANK YOU SO MUCH! 💕
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Thanks for spreading awareness! It's crazy how many harmful products they just sell online and in shops 😅
My rescued love birds came with nasty rope toys and perches. That was that first thing I took away, they were also cage bound so the next thing was to make them an aviary. And next is replacing the plastic bowls.
This video saves new bird owners so much money! Thank you.
I have lovebirds. 3. I put a mirror in the cage but they all lost interest within a few days. Maybe they know it's fake? Or because it was right on the mesh they thought the "other bird" is out from their territory?
Thanks for the vet wrap idea! They love their rope sphere hanging ball. Now I can wrap it in pretty colors and protect them from their favorite toy! First time viewer here. Nice first impression. Keep up the good work!
This suggestion had me confused. I would have thought that the elasticated fibres of the vet wrap would have the same dangers as the rope fibres? What do you think?
@@TrevRevlin Vet wrap is made of a tear resistant material, whereas the rope is soft, unravels easily and can be digested. Not saying the vet wrap can't! Only that I can extend the life of their favorite toy by wrapping and replacing as needed. Good question!
all so true! its so annoying how many things marketed towards birds are so harmful!
Same for humans
DUDE I was at the store the other day looking for a cage to prepare for the introduction of a Parrotlet (I've owned Parakeets in the past and would like to own a bird again.)
An employee caught me looking at the birds (was watching parakeets cuz they're cute, not interested tho) and cages. I was looking at the larger ones since I heard that P'lets would do better in em, and this guy points out that the two budgies are bonded and that if I wanted one, I should get both.
I didn't ask but sure that's fine and all but then the man points at the TINIEST CAGES (around 10"x10") and then goes:
"This cage is big enough for both of them."
NAHHHH
My conure LOVES her happy hut, luckily she never eats it, she HAS to have a mini blanket in it LOL
omg this helped me so much ty, I need to warn my family about these products asap, I honestly can't thank u enough
The rope one scared me, I bought it cuz my little Budgie keeps falling and I didn’t like him landing on the hard perches
Pet shops should be closed down. Just imagine all the sad, cramped, impacted and sore footed birds there have been over the hundreds of years they have been kept as pets. Just a word about newsprint paper...as they are likely to chew it then that can be harmful too as the ink contains chemicals.
What do you suggest we use?
@@PuertoRocCutie23 Well you could use...
Brown paper, Kitchen paper, printer paper, cardboard from packaging...non toxic kitty litter.
Pet shops are really bad about splitting bonded pairs and never telling the buyer that the bird they're about to take home has lost, or is losing, its mate or best friend. Sometimes I just despise pet shop owners.
@@PuertoRocCutie23 I use big, white sheets of packing paper I get from Amazon. And cut to size. The paper is like blank newspaper paper.
Can I used lava rock or coral as perches? I know it can be rough, but not as rough, right?
youre so well spoken and clear! thank you, i will definitely talk to my next bird customers about these products.
Hello, my cockatiel has private room and is free whole day. She's in cage only for 12hours sleeping schedule. According you is this healthy and fine?
By the way, thankful to you as your content helped me much.
hi! yes that sounds great, letting your bird out of the cage all day is amazing for exercise! birds can also get bored even if they are outside of the cage all day so you also want to make sure that you're interacting with your bird and providing enrichment. this could be anything like training your bird and giving her something to keep busy like playing with toys, trying new foods, etc
Yes we do this all, yesterday we spent hours listening Opera music, her reaction were so funny and calming for us both😂
I will be changing my perches and food bowls according to your suggestions.👍🏻
If you're ever worried I recommend watching how they act in nature :) a healthy bird generally treats their cage as a safe space where they can feel safe/calm down if feeling overwhelmed. they're not harmful at all if treated as one in nature might treat a roosting spot/nest hollow.
This video gave me so much anxiety because of all the dangerous and harmful stuff that I gave to my bird not knowing how harmful they can be. I’ve had her for 8 years now and I might have to remodel her entire cage. Thx for the great info 🙏
I guess it really depends on individual birds. I have four birds, Senegal, GCC, lovebird and cockatiel and they all hv sleeping tents and some of the toys mentioned here, but they have been doing fine for about five years now. They don't chew on their tents, although I did remove some fabric perches a couple of years ago after they were chewed on by the Senie. I think you'll just need to keep a close eye on how they behave and if you see anything that could be harmful, just remove them.
Man I feel so bad for my birds, I always wondered why my birds always hate me no matter what I try to do but after seeing this video, I realize I do half of the mistakes. I’ll tell me parents about this video and I hope they listen to me and not worry about the pricing. Wish me luck 🤞🏻
heres a tip!! if you have a small bird cage u could keep it to
1.put ur birds in and give them outside time
2.use them for car rides to the vet or anywhere for that matter
3.put ur birds in if your cleaning ,remodeling ,and/or doing something to their cage in general
I use my “bonus” cage as an extra spot in the house that my bird can choose to play on. I removed the roof, but kept it filled with food, water, toys, and she spends time there enjoying the change of scenery. I think having a “bonus cage” makes her feel secure in that she always has a place to go.
I own two cockatiels and I’ve gotten them rope perches/ toys and a boing for at the window, thinking that as long it was sisal rope it’d be safe. They’re 7 and 8 years old and have never gotten these fibres in their crops (which I don’t assume develops so slowly if they’re eating at the rope). One does sort of play with the fibres and then spits them out (like she ‘chews’ them but doesn’t bite them off, they come out all wet and gross from saliva), the other doesn’t care for them at all and prefers to chew at wood and paper. But with this information I’ll still get rid of the rope toys and perches just to be safe. Thank you for this information!
I'm planning on getting 2 parakeets (I'm 17) and I've been doing nothing but research for the last few hours and I already knew some stuff but this video really helped with my list of what no to do with and for my birds. I can't wait to watch more of videos and learn more before getting my birds!
It’s so sad, I literally saw so many bird cages that were SO SO small! I got so sad because like it was too small! No beard would be happy in that..they barely even fit food:(..I saw a bird today in a Hamster cage istg that bird did not look happy. I do agree with the small bird cages but I only use them for emergencies, times we go to the vet, and if I’m carrying it or getting it with me and more! Still do not use them as for your bird cage for them to stay in 24/7 please!:( imagine u setting in that cage..:(
I have had birds my entire life and I have used about half of these products regularly without even considering what the consequences could be for the poor babies. I even fed my birds only millet for their entire lives. It sucks that people trap animals inside their homes but don't care enough to find out what is good and harmful for them. But what can you expect, most people don't care enough to find out what is good and bad for themselves, let alone another living being. I guess I got what I had coming because one day I took my bird outside (for whatever reason) even though she was not trained and unlike other times, when I clutched her closely so she wouldn't fly away, this time I got confident, put her on the grass, then she got spooked and flew away. I realized that you can't own a life. She was never mine to begin with, but I was under the impression that she was. I was very foolish, and still am, but at least now I know that when you treat living beings like shit, they will one day find an escape (whether it's by death or otherwise) and you will experience the same pain they went through. Birds probably shouldn't be living in our houses, anyways. I doubt they like it like a dog does, but that's beside the point. Just know that we don't get to keep anything in this life. All we have is our soul. Life is a gift. The present moment is an opportunity for us to do better than before. I made mistakes, I hurt animals and people in the past, but I will be more aware from now on and try to never harm a living creature again. Thank you for making this video and opening my eyes a bit more to the importance of considering what I'm about to do before I act.
I get what you are saying when you said "Birds probably shouldn't be living in our houses, anyways" but if a bird is bred in captivity, they can't be released. they don't know how to find food or what to avoid. You defiantly shouldn't release a parrot in a place that species of parrot is not native to, if you decide to release it anyways. That would honestly be worse than not taking care of it correctly.
i am glad that you are willing to learn from your mistakes and move on! if you still have birds, and you want to take them outside safely(the vitamins from the sun are very good for them), you can bring them out in a clear carrier or cage, or you can harness train them (they sell tons of good bird harnesses online), or if you are experienced enough and they trust you, you can free fly them! as for your bird that flew away, it most likely either was found by someone, or it is dead(i’m sorry!). birds and other animals raised in captivity cannot and do not belong in the wild, because their instincts are not there like that of a bird or other raised in the wild. i could obviously be wrong in some areas here so if anyone knows more about this, please correct me
@@potatoscoop I agree. I found my cockatiel in our yard and i kept it.
@@extrovertedintrovert2900 For sure. I was just a foolish little girl with too much power over her little soul, so my heart had to get crushed.
Thank you, thank you, thank you, for educating bird owners. These creatures are some of the most vulnerable pets in the world and many feel that they don't need any care. Some buy them for their small children who don't have an idea of how to handle a bird and don't control the strength with which they grab them. Birds ARE NOT toys!!! Thanks again! Cannot thank you enough!
I feel terrible.. I'm a new bird owner and never heard any of this, I'm immediately going on Amazon and replacing basically my parakeets entire cage!!
All of these things aren't necessarily bad tbh.
Sandpaper perches also help with beak filing. My parakeet loves hers but never uses it habitually.
Boings and rope swings are absolutely fine, just know your bird and do daily cage checks. My cockatoo loves and I mean LOVES ropes. I truthfully just check his ropes daily and snip and clean them so he doesn't get stuck or eat them.
Plastic food bowls are available for my cockatoo, but they're made of very thick plastic and cleaned daily with water and weekly with very mild dish soap (seriously don't use a lot).
Bird vitamins aren't bad in idea but yes please don't use a lot. My cockatoo loves the flavor of it, but I only use a very little bit. Keeps him drinking well. Space it out! Don't give a lot.
Thank you so much for this video ♥️ I didnt know most of it and i was planning on getting the sleep tent and wool perche, i also use vitamins. Wish i had known this before i love my birb and i want the best for him♥️
The fact that you’re willing to learn is a great thing though!
@@ris8065 thank you ♥️ i hope all pet owners try to learn how to be better for their pets. They all deserve the best.
Ah thanks so much! I've gotten a new bird that's a cockatiel and I was wondering if I got the right things, turns out I didn't I've bought two of these things (The bell and the hut thing) Thank you for telling me what's good for birds and what's bad for them! ^^
Edit: I know this is late and no ones gonna read this but. Is "Springwater" good for birds? I just wanna know because I don't want my bird to have health issues in the future! :c
Yes , I give all my birds, 9 of them, spring water and my 2 dogs
I filter my bird's water in a pitcher to remove the chlorine. Our city water is heavily chlorinated. I filter my own drinking and cooking water, as well. And I let water sit in the watering can at least 24 hours before using it om my plants, because chlorine evaporates.
Thanks for letting all of us bird owners know:)
Around 3 months ago my brother accidentally stood on my bird, he broke his hip, snapped it's leg in half and had internal bleeding and was not expected to survive. We drove for hours to get to a special bird vet where they said they can try and save him but it was unlikely he would survive, they put a pin in his leg and tried to save him. We brought him home after two days, every two weeks we had to bring him back there so they could check up on him. After about 2 weeks they told us him was probably going to live but he will never be properly healed and may never walk the same again. Now if you took a look at my bird you would never even know anything ever happened to him. He has made a full recovery and is going to be ok.😊
I've been doing a heap of research because I'm about to get a conure. So glad I watched this because so many sites talk about how you should be getting half of this stuff! I will definitely be checking out all the other vids too!
Thank you so much this helped me a lot your videos always helps me so much:)
thanks for watching, it means a lot to me and im so glad you find them helpful! 💕
I gotta disagree with the vitamin & supplement section, it totally depends on the kind of bird, how its kept, and of course its diet.
Personally I own an indoor pigeon who needs the extra vitamins mixed into the food, since he won't be able to get vitamin d naturally indoors (ultraviolet rays cant go through windows), and other vitamins that he wouldn't get from his diet naturally (his diet consists of seed, grains, corn & peas, etc. Typical grain eating bird diet.)
Plus there can often also be calcium in the supplement, which is vital if your bird lays eggs, accidental or not.
Of course dosage has to be kept an eye on, since overdosing can obviously be horrible to any animal, but vitamin deficiency can also be bad.
I agree with you..👍 In my personal opinion I understand that she as a pet owner wants to share through her youtube channel some of her personal ideas and beliefs about the things she THINKS is or would be perjudicial to birds, but one point people miss is that.. she is not a certified person, she is not a veterinarian or a scientist. I'm not saying she is totally wrong but people should consider that, I think some of her advices are quite drastic or too general.
I would suggest people to do also their own research and talk to their vets before following any advice they hear on social media. Because after all it is all about their pet's life and well-being.
Vets are the best place you can visit at.
@@licelotr2131 or maybe read books. Real books about budgies.
I have two rope perches, and when I got them I made sure there was no tassels or lose threads, and my birds just climb them and have no interest of chewing luckily. If they do start chewing them then they will be taken away of course, but in the meantime they are fun toys
Oh god, I have a lot of substituting to do. Our caique, Happy(male), loves his tent and will absolutely go berserk if we move it. We checked if there were any expoed threads and check inside it every once in a while. Is it okat to keep it?
Also
Happy has a cage filled with sand, is this harmful? We tried paper, but Happy likes to eat his own poo.
Any help is very appreciated
Your glasses really suit you
thanks so much! 💕pineapple gccs are so cute!
Sand perches are really useful for single birds during molts- especially if they don’t like to be handled during the molt so they can use the textured surface to rub off pin feathers
I've found that having a large cage with multiple diameter and shape perches is best. The highest perch is a concrete one with sort of natural rough stone surface, which helps keep his nails wearing down naturally, and he can always move to one of the smooth wooden perches if it hurts his feet. The top of the cage also has a concrete block which he walks on regularly, which also helps keep his toenails wearing naturally, so much so that I haven't had to trim his nails in almost 30 years. He's an African Gray, and that top concrete perch is about 2" in diameter, he also has one of those which are only rough on the sides, though it doesn't feel like it is rough enough to cause wear on his toenails. Dowel perches are okay as long as there are enough different diameter ones available for your bird to stand on.... including 'square-ish' ones. Variety is best.
My family has a little Green cheeked conure (Paco) who we raised, we hand fed & regulated his environmental temperature since he arrived at 3 weeks old with us, he is now 1 and we've had 2 scares with him getting tangled and almost choking. I keep making changes as I do more and more research to take better care of him and I wish I found your channel sooner. Now I can stay away from some possible dangers and hopefully make him less hormonal!
I think this was the first video that I watched on your channel and honestly had me binging your videos right after hahaha. I love the way you objectively explain the reasons why these bird products should be avoided. Also love it whenever your flock appears in the video too ^^
Since you did toys that you should avoid can you do the opposite for the next video btw love your vids
I Totally disagree with you saying not to give birds vitamins. Most veterinarian tell you vitamins is good for birds that are picky eater even when you give them a balanced diet of healthy food and vegetables and fruit and nuts they still need extra help. Not all birds like to eat the same thing. I have been a bird owner for more than 25 years. But some of your tips are helpful.
CONCLUSION: Don't buy anything for your pet. Nothing is safe. 🤷🏼♂️
literally ..
Please never get a pet bird
Even though I own canaries, not parrots, these tips are really helpful. Just a few tips.
1. Dowel perches are not really bad, the same with sandy perches, IF those perches are the lowest. Birds tend to sleep on the highest perch. So I just put sandy and dowel perches but they are low.
2. Small cages can be useful travel carriers, but just like you said, they can't be a birds permanent cage, as thwy need space.
3. Cotton rope perches are ok as long as they have no loose strings.
4. Bird litter can be used as a foraging activity, because you can hide seeds or treats in it.
Thank you for this video! I didn’t know most of these things before! And i want my cockatiel
to live it’s best life!
I'm not planning on getting a bird in the future, nor do I have one. But I love watching bird care videos so much!! You bird TH-camrs are convincing me to get one! Everytime I watch one of ur vids, I learn something new! Thx for making it! :)