Housing a Pet Bird in Gainesville, Florida Apartments

So you’ve decided to buy a pet bird to give you an extra buddy in your apartment. Great idea! Birds are very unique pets that can bring you lots of joy and companionship. However, even though they are small and caged, they still require a lot of work. This work begins before you even purchase your new friend.
Here are some tips on properly housing a bird in Gainesville, Florida apartments:

• Select a location for the cage that will allow for the proper temperature and light exposure while also allowing frequent interaction between you and your feathery friend. Do not keep your bird in the kitchen as various cleaning sprays, hot water, aerosol cooking, and other common kitchen items can cause serious health problems for your new pet.
• Buy as big a cage as you can afford. This may seem expensive, but remember, this is a one-time purchase, and it will be the place where your bird will spend the majority of its life. You want to provide the best living space possible. Wide cages allows for a lot of natural movement for your feathery friend.
• There should be at least three bowls in the bird’s cage: one for eating, one for drinking, and one for bathing. Make sure the bowls are placed somewhere they can be easily reached from a perch. Do not place them under the bird.
• Put some bird toys and mirrors in your cage to help entertain your bird. Also, make sure there are an adequate amount of perches inside your cage. You want just enough so that the bird is encouraged to move side to side by flying or hopping.

Finding the right location in your apartment and selecting the proper cage are two very important steps in establishing a long, loving, and healthy relationship with your pet bird. For information on the pet-friendly units at Bellamay Grand, please call our office today.