I just rescused a lovebird and I put him in my parakeets old cage, which is somewhat small for him. He needs a bigger cage. I do not know much about lovebirds or what type of cage is the best for them.
2007-02-19 10:05:57 · 9 answers · asked by Mandie Moe 3 in Pets ➔ Birds
Lovebirds are very active birds and need a cage large enough to accommodate this need. Square cages that are roughly 20" x 20" x 20" (50.8 cm x 50.8 cm x 50.8 cm)or larger are good for lovebirds. Since lovebirds tend to fly horizontally rather than vertically, rectangular long cages are a better choice than rectangular tall. Bar spacing needs to be 1/2" or 5/8" (1.27 cm or 1.60 cm). Round cages are unsuitable for Lovebirds due to the placement of their eyes. Round cages appear as solid walls and have no safe corners where the lovebirds can hide. This is actually true to for all birds.
2007-02-19 10:10:28 · answer #1 · answered by allyalexmch 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
http://thetrueparrot.homestead.com/buycage.html
generally the larger you can get the better, rather than smaller, so you have the right idea. but there are many other important things to watch out for. Here is a good article covering most of it. Make sure not to get a used one that might be zinc. They need at least 2 sides horizontal bars, as its harder for their little feet to get up and down the verticle, though they can. Also, a great idea is to put a towel over one side, so it can go under it if it feels stressed or scared, especially if its by a window. I just use my night time cover and refold it and put it over one side- handy. And since you said its a rescue, it may have some issues to watch for... I'll be happy to try to help if i can, having done alot of rehab with parrots. Patience is alot of it. There are some GREAT online sources and bird clubs that are free that can answer many questionson their message boards; but all in all, I'd invest in a book- one by Mattie Sue Athan. She tells everything you need to know to keep a happy healthy bird. Some say that lovebird is an oxymoron.. that they only love other lovebirds, and usually mean to people. Ive seen great little lovebirds, but only ONE. They have strong bonding behaviours, as do most birds, and these little guys really do. If you get a pair, you are usually in for problems, as they get very territorial, bite anyone nearing their cage to protect their mate, they seem to easily fixateon one individual and defend with devotion to extreme youd not expect in a small bird. Many a lovebird are given away because they will not even try to bond with a spouse to owner, they are abusive to spouse and see them as competition to their affection. But they can be good little guys, if trained early.. read, read, read, learn all you can. I do recommend the books by the author above, but online read too, join some online bird clubs with message boards too, and you can prevent much future problems ahead of time. STarting with you taking charge and letting them know what is expected for a certain reward or act. First is usually to teach the step up command. They know what you mean when you say it as they step onto your finger. reward it at first. reinforce it every so often later. That sets a good stage handle it often, they are not like canaries, they usually want to be with their owners. rescued birds present special problems sometimes, but again, there are many great sites about this, with great ideas. Im putting together a list of sites for different issues, but much of what i have is in print too. But anyway, that link will give you the cage info you need, and keep in mind he may have developed some bad habits that will need much patience and love to overcome, but can become a great pet if you take the time. I only see real issues when its a pair. the hardest thing to do is not to over react if they bite; remember if you yell, they think they did something to repeat to get your attention. Try to grit your teeth, put it "in jail" for 10 minutes covered. With a code word like no bite... but dont yell. Soon, they will get the idea. If you yell and carry on each time, they do it over and over.. they dont think like dogs. lol Good luck, and please do take some time to research online at least, it can be the difference of keeping him or not.
http://thetrueparrot.homestead.com/buycage.html
2007-02-19 12:57:44 · answer #2 · answered by SeaSiren 1 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
a somewhat big cage but you should not make it too big. If that doesn't help, ask your local pet store or animal hospital.
2007-02-19 12:38:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Simply put birds are not helicopters and do not fly up and down they fly from place to place in level flight.
2016-05-24 17:43:57 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the clouds of love , at cupids house with hearts n flowers everywhere
2007-02-19 10:20:26 · answer #5 · answered by {lovr chica} {te amo} 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
a cage with hearts around them .... so sweet and love birdish
2007-02-19 10:08:16 · answer #6 · answered by Kayyyy&♥; 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Large, rectangular, and easy to clean.
2007-02-19 11:03:25 · answer #7 · answered by robertonereo 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
a cute blue one go to the pet store and ask them and they should help. if not tell the boss and get them fired--- LOL!
2007-02-19 14:09:17 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
the best cage is ....get this....no cage....how mean....cage an animal...cruel!
2007-02-19 10:14:31 · answer #9 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋