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Considerations When Thinking of A Parrot for a Pet
Make sure before you buy a pet parrot that you have thought about parrot care. Do you know how to care for your parrot? Have you planned for your pet should he outlive you?
Parrots need variety in their diet. They live well on fruits, seeds, and nuts. The more variety of these types of foods you can give your bird, the better. They should not eat cooked food.
Parrots can stay in a large cage, provided they are let out at least once a day to exercise. They should never be left out without supervision, as they chew on just about everything, including electrical chords. In mild climates, parrots can be kept outdoors. They should have fresh water at all times, and vitamin drops can be added to the water to supplement the diet. Provide your parrot with toys that are designed for birds. Visit your pet store for a wide variety.
Finally, keeping your bird is a long-term commitment. They have some of the longest life spans of all house pets, and you need to plan accordingly. Do not buy a bird on a whim.
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Where to Buy Birds
If you are going to buy a pet parrot, make sure to visit pet stores that sell parrots. Remember, many parrots come to this country illegally, and parrots captured in the wild do not make good pets. It is best to buy birds raised in captivity. This helps you get a calm, easy to train animal. Talk to your pet store about where they get their birds.
Tips to Care for Your Parrot
Remember to keep your bird's environment clean. Place paper in the bottom of the cage to collect droppings, and change this at least twice a week. Also, parrots are social creatures. If you only intend to have one, make sure you spend time with the bird. Lack of socialization leads to self-mutilating behaviors.
You do not have to bathe your pet. He will clean his features himself, and the molting will also take care of some of this. However, you will want to clip the toenails on the feet, and give him something to chew on to wear down the beak. If he does need a bath, gently clean him with baby shampoo, and then rinse with warm water and dry with a towel.
Feed your bird a balanced diet. Remember, in the wild, he would not eat the same thing day after day. This is because the fruits, seeds, and nuts he would be eating would go in and out of season. Vary the diet to keep your bird healthy.
If you still think that a parrot is a good fit for you, it is time to start looking for pet parrots for sale. There are few adoption centers for parrots, but if you can find one, go this route first to save a life. Make sure you practice proper parrot care, and your pet will live a long and happy life.
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