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By: Jordan McPelt
 
Date Submitted: 2010-02-17 11:40:56 - Article Views: 20136
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There are different kinds of bird cages, from dome tops to play tops and parrot perches. If you have never owned a bird before, you will probably be taken aback by the sheer number of bird cage types as well as bird cage supplies being sold in the market today. Choose the kind of cage designed for your bird, and make sure that it is large enough for your bird to roam around in. From bird cage covers and bird cage corner shelves to bird nets, you will have to spend a good amount of time choosing which bird cage supplies to buy first.
Types of bird cage supplies
There are a number of bird cage supplies that are absolutely essential for your pet bird. Bird covers, feeding bowls, toys and bird food are some of the basics that you should buy before you get a bird. A bird cage cover is important especially if you are bringing your bird on a trip. Birds easily get flustered in unfamiliar situations.
Every bird cage needs two bird bowls, one for food and one for water. Buy bird bowls that are made especially for birds. Other kinds of bowls may be coated with material that can be harmful to your bird.
Bird toys are also important for stimulating your bird. Birds, like dogs, can easily get bored. You can either get your bird a toy or choose a playtop cage.
How to shop for bird cage supplies
Choose toys wisely since the wrong toy can injure and even poison your pet. Your bird can easily snag its claw in a toy or choke on a small piece of toy. Avoid providing your bird with cotton rope toys, toys with metal chains, toys with clips and rings, bell toys, and any toy with loose threads. Toys with chains, holes and rings can trap your bird's beak or claw. Toys with loose threads and ropey toys can easily break apart and your bird could swallow them. They can also snag your bird's beak and claws. Toy bells are not a good idea because your bird's beak can easily get stuck inside. The bird could also remove the clapper and choke on it. The clapper may also contain lead, so even if it does not choke on it, the lead could have potentially toxic effects.
When giving toys made of wood or plastic, make sure that the toy does not have any splinters and is not easily torn apart. Avoid giving plastic toys that are soft and easy to tear apart since the torn parts could easily be easily swallowed and choke your bird.
You can give your bird organic wooden toys but make sure these do not have splinters and cannot be easily torn apart by your bird. The same goes for plastic toys that your bird can easily rip to shreds. It can swallow the pieces and choke on them. Torn toy bits could also cause an obstruction in your pet's digestive system.
Finally, when buying bird cages, make sure you are buying a quality bird cage from a trusted brand. Look for a warranty and reliable customer support. When buying online, make sure that your vendor is experienced. |
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Jordan Mcpelt is a domestic pet and bird store owner and
an animal enthusiast who enjoys helping others succeed in
raising and training their pets as well. To learn more about
bird cage stands and other bird supplies, please go to http://www.petstore.com.
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