Anyone who owns a bird knows the importance of stocking up on pet bird supplies. From cleaning supplies and food to a good supply of toys, you'll always need something to care for your pet bird.
A Cage for Your Pet Bird
A cage is the first, and most expensive, thing you will need to buy for your bird. Choose wisely and you will only have to do this once in his life time. It may be more expensive to buy a high quality, durable cage, but it will be well worth it in the long run and save on your long term cost of pet bird supplies. The style should fit the needs of you and your home because it is something you will have to look at for many years to come.
Toys and Perches
Once you have the cage in place, you'll want to start looking for the perfect perch and toys to occupy your bird's time. The pet bird supplies should be made of strong, durable and safe materials. The best choice for a perch is a piece of wood because it is natural and cheap. Another good choice is a cement perch because it helps to naturally trim the beak and toenails. Ropes should be soft and good for chewing. Acrylic toys should be large, tough and easy to clean. They should also be bright and challenging for the bird.
Food and Treats
All the pet bird supplies in the world won't make a different if you don't feed your bird properly. Though most birds prefer seeds a majority of the time, it is smart to have a well-balanced diet including bird food pellets that take the guess work out of how much nutrition your bird is really getting. You can also hand feed your bird fruits and vegetables and the occasional bird treat.
Feeders and Dishes
Though you can hand feed your bird a certain amount of food, it is a good idea to get some food and water pet bird supplies. Feeding dishes are readily available and water can be given in a dish or in a water bottle that can easily be attached to the side of the cage for better convenience and cleaniness. Having these and other pet bird supplies on hand when you need them is a good idea because you never know when something will need to be replaced.
