Is the coating on this cage tough and durable?
999822
I feel that it is I have a conure the loves to chew on everything including the cage and it hasn't chipped yet. It's been a year so far, very durable cage
999823
I think it is, I my opion they save money on the gauge of the wire and the thickness of the cage posts. I have pacific parrotlets in mine, but they aren't really chewing on the cage. I've had cheap cages and they do start chewing on the coatings when they start to peal off, but after about a year there hasn't been any change in the cage material. It nice to be able to separate two birds, especially since one of the females is in heat right now.
999824
If you are looking to place small birds such as cockatiels, love birds etc maybe even sun conures then I will say yes. Anything larger would have strength to chip coating.
1101822
Yes it seems to be durable. It is a thick quality plastic. You will need to trim the body, it comes pressed with area that must be trimmed.
524071
Probably not puppy proof if you have a chewer. It has plastic covered mesh for doors and windows. We got it for our 85 lb. huskita and she has not ever chewed on it but she is pretty mellow and 4 yrs. old. I love this kennel.
2165195
BTW-Best specialty cage I have ever purchased. We have 2 small dogs who share it. Never any problems in the 5-6 years of owning it.
1468830
It's definitely metal, but it appears to be powder-coated black. It gives the cage a softer feel, but because of the size/weight of the cage and my 90lb dog, I still have to put a rug under it to avoid scratching the wood floor.
528228
I just bought this one and the one with a stand and the finish does seem tough and durable. Keep in mind these cages are for smaller parrots and not macaws, cockatoos or African greys. I like that the overall cages are compact. The nest box doors are spring loaded so if you don't use nest boxes, I would secure those doors so they don't open. Also the pans are made out of steel and not plastic. They are also coated.
528226
Yes, very hard to scratch unless you're actively trying to, I haven't had any areas of cracking or peeling. Overall a very sturdy and well made cage.
1329889
I got it last year or earlier and dropped it a lot. It's still in excellent condition, though,So yes, it is durable.
49427
Yes, the cage is made of steel/metal & the pan on the bottom is made of heavy plastic. Hope this was helpful.
909394
The cage has been very sturdy. The perches latch on and can easily be dislodged by the cats. All in all,I'm quite happy with it.
528225
I have always found that Prevue cages are tough. My birds are hard on cages, prevue is my choice.
1119313
Hi, Erika--My dog is a feisty 50 pound mix and either chewed through or figured out the locks on every other cage I tried. He has not been able to break out of this one yet:) I"m not sure what the warranty is, but the cage is pretty much indestructible and we've been very happy with it! Well worth the money.
49428
I believe so. This is the first cage my pup has not gotten out of. Pretty durable. I've only had it a weeks but so far so good. (Knock on wood)
738230
Yes, it is quite easy to clean. There really isn't much to the cage so it's easy to take apart.
1794731
I've had this cage for over a year purchased for our parakeet. The bird loves his home, especially getting on the top where we've placed balls that he plays with. I personally find it easy to clean, though a little heavier than the cage this replaced. It's definitely well built. We get compliments all the time on the cage and everyone thinks we're spoiling the bird!
745893
It's a very inexpensive cage and the plastic is hard and would probably crack easily. I think it was a great value as a travel cage for my cockatiel, but I doubt I would house birds in it permanently
1403716
Yes, I believe it would rust over time. But, if you painted the roof and other outside of cage areas with a rustoleum type paint, that might give it a longer life.