It would be fun, *maybe* to have a cockateel. Are they real noisy?
Would it be too much for a small apartment?
Do landlords *NOT* rent to a small bird-owner like if you had a cat or dog?
2007-01-02 08:32:58 · 8 answers · asked by DanjoHart 2 in Pets ➔ Birds
It depends on the apartment rules, they all have different ones. But PLEASE keep in mind, you will be very annoyed. They are noisy and very very messy! It will be neat for a while, and then you will be ready to give it up. Also be ready for about a 30 year relationship.
2007-01-02 08:36:34 · answer #1 · answered by srbunce 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cockatiels can get surprisingly noisy (females are quietER than males, but by no means are they QUIET!--also, you won't be able to tell the sex unless you get a blood test done, so don't rely on this) and can also be pretty messy.
However, in my experience (moved 4 times since I bought my cockatiel), landlords don't generally consider cockatiels to be a problem. Cats and dogs have the ability to damage property, stink up a place, and dogs can be far noisier than birds. If a landlord has never had a bird, they don't usually expect the worst...and if they have had a bird, they are probably fans of the pet and won't mind you having one :).
2007-01-03 14:55:04 · answer #2 · answered by jamie p 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, most apartments will charge a small pet fee. It's no guarantee but females are generally very quiet. although, there are those that are a bit fiesty. Personally, I wouldn't reccommend getting a cockatiel if you do not own a home. cockatiels live 15-20 years and have been known to live late into their twenties. Owning a cockatiel is a commitment that many can not fulfill when renting. what happens if you have to move and can't find any place except for one that doesn't allow pets? what happens to poor polly then?
2007-01-02 10:49:57 · answer #3 · answered by lilmisstickletoo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that many landlords consider a cockatiel when they are talking about pets. They can be noisy, but I live in an apartment and have neighbors that have birds, and have never had an issue with them.
2007-01-02 08:36:23 · answer #4 · answered by Shannon 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cockatiels make some noise, but nothing like a "parrot." They generally are not disruptive unless you are in the same room sometimes.
Landlords are more open to small birds like a cockatiel than to dogs or cats, but some may not allow it.
2007-01-02 13:50:57 · answer #5 · answered by The First Dragon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was once told that birds and fish do not qualify as "Pets" in rental agreements because they are in a tank or cage. I have never had a problem with either.
2007-01-03 16:05:38 · answer #6 · answered by Say What? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
alot of apartments don't rent to people with pets.
sorry.
2007-01-02 08:40:50 · answer #7 · answered by miss lady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they will be affected some people say NO PETS but if you tell them upfront and maybe a small deposit they should look over it
2007-01-02 08:35:58 · answer #8 · answered by cmann70726 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋