Rockwall Vet Clinic says there are a number of items you will need to purchase in order to have a cockatiel as a pet. The most key items to consider are obviously bird cages. The cage will be your most expensive purchase, and remember that money spent is money saved; the higher the quality – the longer the longer it will last.

Your cage will need to be large enough for two perches, and wide enough for your cockatiel to broaden its wings without being impeded by the sides of the cage. It must be square, and wide to provide a large floor area for the bird to walk. A general smallest size is an 18 inch square base, and 24 inch height. A cage that offers a wire bottom will allow droppings and left over food to fall into a cleaning tray to help keep the cleanliness of the care

Upon deciding on an appropriate cage for your cockatiel, consider the available extras to entertain your cockatiel and avert it from becoming bored. A few of these things are necessary and are listed below.

The cage should have two perches, preferably at different heights. Be sure there is adequate head space so the bird can sit without needing to lower its head. This allows the bird to have fun hopping between its perches.

Something to dispense food and water needs to be efficiently located. Mounting them on the cage can be simple to reach and wash. Many cockatiels obtain a partiality for a number of locations for the food and may be uncomfortable eating on the floor. Having a floor tray that has hanging millet sprays may be a great option.

Bird cage paper will help to keep the cage clean, but it needs to be replaced each day. Pet stores and online shops provide a wide selection of cleaning products for cages.

A collection of toys will help to keep the cockatiel entertained. Sometimes new toys may scare cockatiels so it is best to hang them outside the cage for a few days for the bird to get used to seeing them.

Playing with the toy in front of the bird can help, this will help to demonstrate how the toy can be played with, and will grab the attention of the bird. It will see that the toy is safe to investigate, and it will perk their interest.

Cockatiels commonly mirror our behavior, so the introduction of the toy becomes something the cockatiel wants to learn how to do. You should attempt to alternate your cockatiel’s toys. Doing this creates variety and encourages learning.