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Re: cockatiels
Posted by Gloria on 12/03/09

On 11/26/09, Mia Evans wrote:
> On 11/11/09, ellie wrote:
>> hi, im new and i really wanted a cockatoo but they are too
>> big and expensive. i wanted one because of the thingy on
>> its head. so i found out about cockatiels. they seem much
>> more me. they look like they have rosey cheeks!! well,i
>> have a cage left from my last bird but i just need
>> helpppppp!!!! to start out and all. thankz.
>
>
> Hi, I just got a cockatiel, she is a great pet. But one
> thing you cannot forget is they need TONS of attention, like
> hours a day. The like to be out of their cage and on your
> shoulder when you are home. They can also start destructive
> behavior such as biting, screaming, and feather plucking if
> they don't get enough attention. They also love to explore
> and try everything (well, most everything) you eat...don't
> let them eat very much human food or they will be overweight
> which is very dangerous for birds. Also, sugar isnt good for
> them at all. And they need a cage about 3' by 2' by 2' or
> larger and bar spacing no larger that 1/2 inch! Any larger
> is dangerous to the bird. Before you adopt any animal, do
> some research, they are lots of responsibility!
>
> Hope this helps and good luck finding your new feathered
> friend!!

Posts on this thread, including this one

• cockatiels, 11/11/09, by ellie.
• Re: cockatiels, 11/26/09, by Mia Evans.
• Re: cockatiels, 12/03/09, by Gloria.