How to take care of birds at home! 🦜🪶
Raising birds at home is a beautiful hobby that adds joy to daily life, especially with their sweet sounds and cheerful colors.
But these delicate creatures need special care to stay healthy and live a happy life.
1. Choosing the right cage
• The cage should be spacious enough to allow the birds to move freely.
• Place perches (small sticks) at different heights for the birds to jump between.
• Clean the cage regularly to avoid the accumulation of dirt and germs.
2. Proper nutrition
• Provide a balanced mixture of grains such as corn and oats.
• Add fresh vegetables and fruits (such as apples, carrots, lettuce) in moderation.
• Provide clean water daily and change it constantly.
• Calcium supplements or cuttlefish bones can be added to maintain beak and bone strength.
3. Hygiene and health care
• Clean food and water bowls daily.
• Trim the birds’ nails if they become so long that they hinder their movement (preferably by having this done by a veterinarian).
• Monitor the bird's health: If you notice lethargy, loss of appetite, or abnormal feather loss, you should consult a doctor immediately.
4. Interaction and psychological interest
• Birds are social creatures, needing to interact with their owners or with other birds.
• Setting aside time each day to play or talk to the birds helps them feel secure.
• Some birds (such as parrots) like toys such as mirrors, bells, and colorful toys.
5. Suitable environment
• Place the cage in a well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight and cold air currents.
• Maintain a moderate temperature inside the house.
• Covering the cage at night helps birds sleep peacefully.
6. Mating and Reproduction Care (for those interested)
• If you want to breed birds, you must provide a suitable nest inside the cage.
• Providing food rich in proteins and vitamins during the mating period.
• Monitor the eggs until they hatch and provide extra care for the young chicks.
📌 In brief:
Birds need care and attention just like any other pet, by providing good food, constant hygiene, and psychological attention.
You will have happy, healthy birds that will bring joy to your home!