Hi!

[BudgiesRCute]

Apart from the already 7 fish I own, my parents would not let me own anything else but a budgie. Ive done some research online and know the basic care for them. I am commited to giving them a hour of attention everyday. And the start up costs and possible vets bills. I am determined not to repeat the mistakes I made when I got my first pet (Goldfish, now in proper living conditions). Any tips for taking car of parrots would be greatly appreciated.

[OshiYoshi]

Hi there, welcome!

I've never owned budgies before, although I think they are beautiful birds. I'm not sure of any breed specific requirements or care so I will only talk about the basics.

Living environment: The best way to think of how to do it is to imagine yourself as small as your bird, living in the cage and care you provide.

Housing-- make sure you get a cage that gives your bird plenty of room to play, stretch its wings, and explore. Most petstores sell the small, cheap ones but the bigger the better. It has to live in this cage most of the day if you aren't home enough to keep it out, so make sure to give lots of space as well as things to keep it entertained. Toys are a must.

Perches-- don't just stick to the plastic perches that comes with the cage. Give your bird different types of tools to keep its feet happy. There are wooden perches like manzanita, pediperches for nail trimming, and rope perches for comfy sitting. Don't let its little feet get sore with just one type of perch.

Liners-- you can use black and white newspapers, paper towels, or liners sold at pet stores. Whichever you choose, make sure you change them out daily-- I wouldn't want to be sitting inches away from my own poop. It just isn't healthy for the bird, so give it a clean home.

Food and water-- Get some good budgie food. A mixture of pellets, seeds, and fresh veggies will ensure it gets enough nutrients. Clean these out every day as well. And if you see poop or feathers or anything else in the water, please clean this out. If you wouldn't drink it, don't let your bird drink it.

Air-- I know of so many people whose poor birds died because they bleached their floors with their birds in the same room and no ventilation. They are very sensitive to smells and fumes. Make sure that if you are cleaning with chemicals to remove your bird until the room is aired out.

Time, attention, and affection-- give as much as you are able and more. The happier the bird, the healthier it is and less problems are likely to happen.

There are tons more you have to learn, so happy reading and good luck with your new bird!!

[kimbo]

dont get a round cage as birds need corners. thats the only thing i know about budgies.

[BudgiesRCute]

I have been reading a lot around the forums. And I thought about clipping. Should I or Should I not clip my new budgie? I dont have him yet but I want to get this right the first time.