Parrots as your Pet Friend

Are you longing for a fluffy friend to take a seat on your shoulder and ask you for a cracker? Parrots make admirable companion pets, however is also very high preservation, have specialized dietary needs, and differ greatly in nature and personality by species. Here's what to think about to make a decision whether or not to select a parrot a part of your household, and which species would go well with your lifestyle best.

Do your research

Search the Internet for information regarding different types of parrots that exist and see through their needs too. But be attentive that a lot of specialty "enthusiast sites" might highlight how nice a pet is, with inadequate caution of the challenges. The "Birds for Dummies" book is a excellent reference.

See through that you visit to some of the best local pet store that specializes in birds:

Search out to know the different species. Parrots, depending on species, can exist for 20 years or more, and a lot live to 50-80 years. They also have strong attachment to their owners.

Have a discussion to other bird owners about their parrots, as well as their personalities, requirements, and time commitments involved

Inquire how active different species are, how loud, and how much communication they require on an every day basis. ALL parrots necessitate at least a few hours a day outside their cages when they can interact with the family.

Think on the subject of where you will be placing your parrot friend. 

Remember that...
• All parrots are mixed-up. If you're a tidy freak, you will be cleaning up after them all the time.

• You will require abundant space for any of the medium to huge size parrots. This means cages that are about 24x36" wide and 36-60" tall or more. All parrots should also have some sort of rest on or play gym outside the cage.

Keep in mind that parrots are wild animals

You are bringing this pet into your home and can't look forward to their nature to be as passive and predictable as cats or dogs. You will require being able to give your parrot guidance, but you will also need to learn and familiarize yourself to their personalities.