Bird Perches

Parakeets are delightful birds to keep in your home but truth be told, they are somewhat destructive when it comes to traditional wooden cages. At the same time, the commercially available cages frequently are pretty but if you have an ultra modern home design they just do not fit in. Instead of foregoing the joy of feathered... more »

Birds living in cages must have some type of perch to be able to move around. A variety of different sizes, types and styles is best so that your bird has several choices. Bird perches are available at pet stores, but can be very expensive. You can make inexpensive perches for your birds that are just as good as store-bought perches.... more »

Pet birds spend much of their time standing, walking, and climbing on perches. Since bird perches are almost always made of wood, they can harbor bacteria that a surface cleaning will not eliminate. This is especially true when using natural perches with the bark intact, although these are superior to dowel perches in every other way.... more »

Birds make wonderful companions, but they aren't the right pet for everyone. Learn all you can before buying a bird to make sure that you and your pet will be happy together. more »

Cockatiels are very social birds that make great companions. Bring one into your home and allow it to become a part of your family. more »