In general, there three broad types of bird cages. These are: Primary, Play Cage, and Sleeper Cage.
As the name suggests, the primary cage is where your bird will spend most of his time. This cage should be placed in a room where your family often gathers. Your bird will feel like a part of the family, and he will also get a chance to see and hear the activities that are going on around him.
The play cage, if you choose to have one, is where your bird can play with stimulating toys and should be big enough for him to take flight. Again, this cage should be in one of the more social rooms of your home. The living room or den-wherever the family gathers-is best.
The use of a sleeper cage is where most new bird owners get confused. The sleeper cage is for sleeping and sleeping only. It should be small, just big enough for your bird to settle down in and sleep, and no toys should be allowed. When your bird settles into a sleeper cage, his chances of sleeping through the night will be greatly increased. These types of bird cages should be placed in quiet rooms, such your bedroom or a spare room that doesn't have a lot of traffic, and should be covered at night.
There are three basic types of materials used for making bird cage frames. Wrought iron is a favorite with many people because of its unique look. There are also aluminum frames, which are fairly inexpensive and quite popular. There are also plastic cages which, while they are inexpensive, may not last as long as the other types.
Before buying a new bird cage, check the door to see that it opens smoothly and easily. A door that binds and must be forced open will almost certainly upset your bird. Also make sure the floor of the bird cage is either laminated or has a nice, flat surface so you can clean it properly. You will want to check to see that the paint (if any is used) is non-toxic to birds. You may also want to check to see if this particular bird cage has other options available. These might include sleeper covers, bird cage stands, backgrounds for his cage, toys and feeders made especially for this specific cage.
If you want to go all out, you can see if the bird cages you like offer such things as air filtration or lighting systemsfor the cage.
There are more options available today for bird cages than ever before. In fact, just about the only restriction is your imagination and your budget. Remember, whether you buy a cage with or without the bells and whistles, having the right bird cages will make your pet a happy pet, and that's what matters.
