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2006-08-05 14:24:58 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets Birds

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Positives: active, fun loving, love to play with toys, friendly if handled every day.
Cons: need a big cage to exercise and play, can become biters if not handles enough, can be a bit loud at times.

2006-08-05 14:51:26 · answer #1 · answered by KimbeeJ 7 · 0 0

Lovebirds do equally well living alone or with their own lovebird friend. Your veterinarian should see your new lovebird for a check-up sometime within the first week of adoption. It is strongly recommended that you acquire a recently published book on lovebirds to learn all you can about your new little friend! Minimum cage size for a single lovebird is a wire cage 30 x 30 x 18. Bar spacing should not be more than ¾ of an inch apart. Lovebirds are active and need toys to keep them entertained. Cockatiel sized toys are most appropriate for your lovebird. Toys made for parakeets are often too small and flimsy for the industrious beak of the lovebird. You will soon find which toys your lovebird prefers to play with, including favorite colors and material types after spending some time with them. Perches of varied diameter work best (3/8 to 3/4 inches). The surface should be slightly irregular so it is easier to grip. Do not use sandpaper perch covers.

It is important to keep the cage and accessories clean. Cage paper should be changed daily, and food and water bowls should be washed every day. Cages should be disinfected at least once every two weeks.

Placement of the cage should be well thought out. It should be in a quiet part of an active room (like the family room) so your lovebird knows it is part of the flock, but also feels safe at the same time. It is best to cover the cage at night.

All birds have sensitive respiratory systems. They breathe the same air at least twice. They should not be exposed to smoke, room deodorizers, scented candles, or any noticeable fumes. Teflon and other non-stick polymers will break down if overheated and create toxic fumes that can kill birds anywhere in your home.

Hope this helps=D

2006-08-06 02:23:07 · answer #2 · answered by svin273 2 · 0 0

A negative thing of having one is that sometimes they can be very loud, but on the plus they're very small and can be kept in their cage when you don't have time to handle them; unlike a dog that requires much more attention and care.

2006-08-05 22:03:00 · answer #3 · answered by gb2006 1 · 0 0

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