Parakeets Are Loving Pets Parakeets are more than just pretty birds that you look at in a cage. These small Australian members of the parrot family are intelligent, affectionate, gregarious and full of joy. In the wild they live in flocks and have one lifelong mate. They are loving pets, but when left alone will succumb to apathy and boredom. Purchasing parakeets in pairs-- they may be of the same sex -- is one way of assuring your pets' well being. This is especially important if you are not at home all day and cannot devote a lot of time to your pet. In pairs, parakeets tend to bond more to each other than to the owner.
And, with the birds, comes the need for a cage. The cage should
be large enough that your birds can spread and flap their wings.
The best room for the cage is the living room or family room where
your feathery friends can see and interact with the whole family.
Kitchens can be dangerous places for parakeets because of drafts
and odors. These birds are susceptible to respiratory infections
and should be protected from chill breezes. Place the cage up, about
eye level, and preferably in a corner. The cage should also be close
to a window, but not directly exposed to drafts or sunlight.
Your parakeet set-up shopping list includes:
Hand-taming your feathered beauties is a painstaking, rewarding process. The birds are naturally cautious and easily startled. The one big rule is to never grab your pet. Offering millet by hand at the same time daily and with patience is one tip for building a trusting relationship. Speaking and singing to the birds every time you're with them is also important.
Feeders Supply has the supplies and equipment your parakeets need. Several excellent care and training books are available in each store's library department. Parakeets are available for purchase at the Preston Hwy., Fern Creek and New Albany Feeders Supply stores. |