I am looking 4 something to keep the bird busy. She likes to rub her beak on the cage and I was thinking a cuttlebone might be better. Thoughts?
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A cuttlebone is important minerals for birds as well as the beak rubbing. We often place then in cage bars and they perch on it as well. Highly recommended. This is a large case lasting your bird a very long time or you can also order them individually here.
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That's what cuddle bones are for.keeps beeks trimmed so they don't kill themselves.great product.
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I'm not sure what type of bird you have, but it works to keep a parakeet or a cockatiel busy. I'm not sure if it would help other birds.
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You don't say what kind of bird, but for most hookbills (parakeets & parrots), rubbing their beak can be a territorial display OR (more commonly) a sign of boredom. Cuttlebone does give them a target for that boredom - who doesn't love a "crunch"? - but it's also important to provide other textures, from fresh veggies to rope to wood. (This is good for finches & canaries, as well.) Rotate those "toys", and if the bird seems afraid at first, but them outside the cage & gradually move them in. Cockatiels, especially, are fearful of change, but they NEED environmental enrichment for emotional and psychological health. Cuttlebone is a good first step. You don't say what kind of bird, but for most hookbills (parakeets & parrots), rubbing their beak can be a territorial display OR (more commonly) a sign of boredom. Cuttlebone does give them a target for that boredom - who doesn't love a "crunch"? - but it's also important to provide other textures, from fresh veggies to rope to wood. (This is good for finches & canaries, as well.) Rotate those "toys", and if the bird seems afraid at first, but them outside the cage & gradually move them in. Cockatiels, especially, are fearful of change, but they NEED environmental... » Read More You don't say what kind of bird, but for most hookbills (parakeets & parrots), rubbing their beak can be a territorial display OR (more commonly) a sign of boredom. Cuttlebone does give them a target for that boredom - who doesn't love a "crunch"? - but it's also important to provide other textures, from fresh veggies to rope to wood. (This is good for finches & canaries, as well.) Rotate those "toys", and if the bird seems afraid at first, but them outside the cage & gradually move them in. Cockatiels, especially, are fearful of change, but they NEED environmental enrichment for emotional and psychological health. Cuttlebone is a good first step. « Show Less
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Not sure what size your parrot is? I have a Conure Parrot and he does great in the cage. He is very active and plays with many toys in the cage
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Hey no this was smaller than I expected even for my green cheek. Its so narrow his tail looks to big for it lol theres one for $49 on here thats similar but wider advertised as a cockatiel cage but even then if you want more than 2 perches and toys this is a terrible idea. He cant take the bowls out if he tried because theyre hooked in from the outside but he could pull them upwards from the inside which would put them at a slant & spill some of the contents. When he lets go theyd fall back in place. Hope this helps !
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Yes. By all means. Put in lots of interesting perches and numerous toys for an exciting environment. I suggest In and Out cups by Smart Crock. Easy for a Parrotlet. Parrotnanny
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It has been awhile, but I put about 12-15 in each of 3 plastic grocery bags when I received the 5-lb box. I thought it was a good deal. The only issue I'm having is finding a way to "mount" the large cuttlebones in the cage - having gone through the smaller ones. I like the plastic holders, but they aren't made in a large enough size for the larger bones. And I haven't had any luck with the little metal wrap as shown in this picture. I am currently testing a new approach - wrapping a wire vertically and horizontally around the bone and attaching it to the ladder in the cage. So far my parakeet misses the plastic holder and hasn't tried the new setup yet. Fingers crossed! It has been awhile, but I put about 12-15 in each of 3 plastic grocery bags when I received the 5-lb box. I thought it was a good deal. The only issue I'm having is finding a way to "mount" the large cuttlebones in the cage - having gone through the smaller ones. I like the plastic holders, but they aren't made in a large enough size for the larger bones. And I haven't had any luck with the little metal wrap as shown in this picture. I am currently testing a new approach - wrapping a wire vertically and horizontally around the bone and attaching it to the ladder in the cage. So... » Read More It has been awhile, but I put about 12-15 in each of 3 plastic grocery bags when I received the 5-lb box. I thought it was a good deal. The only issue I'm having is finding a way to "mount" the large cuttlebones in the cage - having gone through the smaller ones. I like the plastic holders, but they aren't made in a large enough size for the larger bones. And I haven't had any luck with the little metal wrap as shown in this picture. I am currently testing a new approach - wrapping a wire vertically and horizontally around the bone and attaching it to the ladder in the cage. So far my parakeet misses the plastic holder and hasn't tried the new setup yet. Fingers crossed! « Show Less
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I think it would be a great size for a parrotlet--lots of room to play and bop around. The medium would probably be plenty big enough for a single bird.
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I will send you dimentions, what kind of bird are you putting in the cage. I have a jenday conure and the cage is perfect for him. I would say it is fine for a quaker or cockiteil but I wouldn't recommend it for any bird larger than that, does this help you?
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My two conures destroyed their ladder toy. And that's exactly what it's designed to do. As I'm learning, birds need to forage and use their beaks as they would do in the wild. This is one of the first toys my birds had in their cage and I need to get another one soon...Don't worry about the metal clips, your bird will not be able to get through with its beak. Enjoy your bird!!
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I never thought of that, maybe a clear coat of of some kind of spray...something that wouldn't hurt the bird's drinking out of it. Let me know what u find, Please.
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I don't have a bird, but would recommend checking with an avian-specialized vet. I know that some birds can be especially sensitive.
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We used in in a cage with 2 budgies and at first they did not rest on the feeding bar they just jumped into the food dish part. I put a little bit of those sand paper grips that go on perches and they started using the feeding bar. Once they were used to it I removed the sand paper.
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Although nice, this is a bit of a small cage for a bird to stay in for a long time unless she's very small. We transport our umbrella cockatoo for 15 - 30 minutes or so in the car, but I think she'd be pretty claustrophobic if she were in there too long.
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We got the cage for our diamond back dove who is considerably smaller than a parrot. The cage is almost too small for him. Definately look for a much bigger cage!
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Even though I bought a large and a medium perch, I would think you should feel a warmth when you touch it, more towards the middle in a short period of time after being on. You can contact dawn@khmfg.com and she will answer any questions or problems you have. My large one broke where you connect to the cage and they replaced with no problem and were very nice and informative.
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I would put some seed/pellets in the whole feeder (not just the back but also under the little perch). Stick your hand in there and start picking at the food with your fingers. The Cockatiels should be curious and hungry. That might help them get the idea.
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If you're looking for a heater, I can highly recommend the Avitech infrared heat panel that goes outside the cage. Good, steady, low level warmth, and no chance of burning their feet as with a heated perch. You can put a cover over the cage and the heater, and it will barely warm up the cover (so no chance of fire); however, it will be nice and toasty inside the cage, and the birds can move in and away from the heat as needed. They're a bit pricey, but you'll save that on your heating bills because you won't have to keep the entire room overheated to keep the birds at a good temp.
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I think it would be perfect for your bird. I have a African Grey and he loves it. You can also open the top for more space.