Bird Supplies

Anyone who has owned a pet bird of any type has experienced the pain of shelling out sometimes vast sums on new cages that are often much smaller than your pet would like. Cages for larger...

Climbing ropes are an excellent form of enrichment for birds, which is why they have become popular with bird owners. Birds can climb on ropes, hang upside down on them and chew them, which...

The mandarin duck is originally from China but is now found throughout China, Japan, Southern England and Siberia. They are often found on exhibit in zoos. They prefer a habitat that is mostly...

If you're interested in offering your parrot a different perch surface but reluctant to invest in a store-bought one, try your hand at a do-it-yourself alternative with cheap, durable concrete.

Macaws are large parrots that need a lot of room to stretch their wings, and adding a flight cage to your yard is the perfect solution. Building a flight cage may seem like a daunting task due to...

With their brilliant blue feathers and reddish-brown chests, Eastern bluebirds are beautiful to observe and have a chatty, conversational song that makes them a pleasing addition to your yard or...

For large birds like macaws, it's important to have adequate living and flying space. A birdcage or fly cage should give birds room to live, play and exercise. The term "flight cage" is often used...

Birds are among the most popular pets in America and live in homes across the country. They make friendly additions to any household and can live long, healthy, happy lives if given the right...

Provide your feathered friends with a warm and cozy home in a gourd birdhouse. Gourds make ideal birdhouses for a variety of different birds. The size of the gourd and the size of the entrance...

Bird toys can easily be homemade from plastic objects, such as shower curtain rings, balloon weights, costume jewelry bells. String together a variety of interesting objects for a bird with help...

Sticks used as bird toys or perches should always be disinfected by stripping down the bark, scrubbing the wood with a steel wool, soaking it in water and letting it air dry in the sun. Create...

Encouraging a pet bird to create a nest involves setting up a hospitable environment, such as a store-bought or handmade nesting box and perch. Supply a safe place for pet birds to nest with help...

Bird perches can be made from dowel rods, sanitized sticks and a variety of other materials, and they should be placed in convenient locations throughout the bird's cage. Make sure pet birds have...

Building a bird habitat depends on the species and size of the bird, but generally there needs to be perches throughout, food bowls, water bowls and visual stimulation. Create the best possible...

An aviary is a large, enclosed pen that gives your birds plenty of room to stretch their wings and fly without you worrying about them escaping. Many bird owners notice a reduction in stress and...

An essential component of the bird keeper's caretaking program is a safe and secure cage. The cage size will vary depending on the species of bird, but all cages are essentially made of the same...

A fundamental prerequisite of the compassionate caretaking of parrots is a roomy cage that is sturdy, safe and secure. In temperate climates parrots may be caged outside. Outdoor space is ideal...

One of the most important accessories for your bird is a cage cover, preferably one that will last for many years. A store-bought cage cover can provide a safe, warm, cozy, dark environment for...

Bird crates are designed to keep birds safe and comfortable during transport. Such crates can vary greatly in size and detail. Here's a way to build your own bird crate that is sturdy enough to...

Owl pellets is an excellent source of information on the skeletal structure of the rodents that the owl has eaten as well as it teaches a lot about the ecosystem in which the owl lives. Read on...

Are you a bird lover and enjoy watching them? These step-by-step instructions show you how to build a simple square birdhouse with a sturdy stand. You need a few carpentry tools, lumber, wood...

It is relaxing to listen to the chirping and fluttering of a cage full of finches, a pair of lovebirds, or a couple of parrots. Wooden birdcages need to be large enough for the birds to move...

You love your little parakeet, and your pet is fun to watch, but come nighttime, the show is over and your bird will want to sleep without an audience. A parakeet cage cover will serve this...

When it comes to building a nest box for macaws, there are several ways you can go. If you were to ask professional breeders what type of nest box they prefer, each will have a different choice....

Part of keeping your cockatiel happy and healthy is making sure the bird has plenty of different types of toys that you can rotate in and out the cage often. If the bird gets attached to a...

Natural wood perches are a popular choice for pet birds. Their variable diameter lowers the risk of foot sores and arthritis, and the rough surface is easy for birds to grip. Most birds also enjoy...

Bird houses are decorative for your house and backyard alike. But if you want to make a bird house to attract birds for nesting, there are some extra little things that are needed. Not all birds...

Many species of ducks use holes in trees and other places to nest. Whether you want to keep ducks as pets or place your boxes in the wild to attract local ducks, a nesting box can be a fun...

A happy, well-cared-for lovebird is one that has a roomy, clean cage, places to exercise and rest, and toys to play with. Without these simple things, your bird might become bored and develop...

A bird cage needs to be large enough to give the bird plenty of space and small enough to fit in the space you've dedicated to your pet. Determining the proper bird cage size is different from...

Raising pheasants from eggs or hatchlings requires care and attention to detail. Once the young birds are too big for a brooder, they need a lot of outdoor room to forage and fly in a place safe...

As exotic animals become more common in the domestic US market, the peacock is also increasing in popularity. Peacocks can be a great choice for breeding as farm animals as well as domestic pets....

A bird brooder is necessary for baby birds that don't have all their feathers yet. Featherless baby birds can't regulate their own body temperatures, so the bird brooder keeps them warm. There are...

Parakeets are playful birds that love having toys and other accessories in their cages to play with. It's important to pick safe toys and place them appropriately in the cage to help your...

A small flock of ducks floating on a pond in your backyard can be an idyllic sight, whether they're your own domestic ducks or wild birds stopping by for a swim. Though ducks are easy to care for...

Geese are common in zoos, parks and near lakes, and they can even be found in backyards as pets. Even if you don't live on a farm, you may find that geese are a rewarding pet to have and breed....