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Parrot breeding is one of a million and interesting hobby that many people desire. Like me, I am a hobbyist whom I engaged in the field of birds that I really love and enjoy. I am very glad that in many years of trial and failure in the hobby that I choose which is breeding different kinds of bird.  There are many things that I experienced and learned in breeding birds. There are two things that I encountered bad and good things. At first, entertaining is my target but in the days, weeks, months and years pass, there are many things that I discovered and make up in my mind that I really enjoy this kind of hobby. After that, it became business. Should I call it hobby or profession? Maybe I should call it profession because in my years of breeding birds I spent most of my time taking care of them, many nights I didn’t go to sleep to make sure of their safety, doing the night work looking for them time to time. Regular checking of the babies most especially when there are many chicks to feed. Way back in the beginning, I got a pair of parakeets that my mom gave to. I have no idea how to take care of those birds. Suddenly they died in some reason. I don’t know how they died and the cause of their death because I am not aware in caring them. I really love birds.

Parrots usually need toys most especially young parrots. In breeding parrots or keeping this intelligent bird you must know how to deal with them or how to bond with them. They need time to play just like our kids and they need to play not just for fun but they play for exercise. Birds also need exercise just like ours. To make them fit not to make them fat. Fat birds are easy to die and they are not reproductive in other way of saying they are not fit well. Like human being fat people prone to heart attack and high blood diseases. Some times fat people cannot produce babies same as in birds. That is why they need to play and exercise. They need toys and other things to play too.

There are many different types of bird toys that are easy to find in your local pet stores. If you are buying bird toys look for the toys that will fit to your bird. First step you have to do or know the kind of bird that you are keeping. This is very important in buying bird toys. You cannot give small toy to the big species of birds it is very hazardous to them is just because it is possible them to choke the small parts of the small toys. Same thing with the small birds they cannot enjoy the big toys because it is big. Maybe they cannot afford to gnaw it or they cannot even to move it because is it very big and heavy.

Secondly, choosing the right materials of bird toys is also important. Sharp pointed steel toys can harm your bird; small parts can also harm them if they swallow it, rusty materials can also cause of ill ness and sudden death, painted toys can also harm your birds and cause by death.

Parrot toys are easy to find in your local pet store or you can make by your own choice. Making Toys for them are full of enjoyment and in the same time exiting. Like me, I make my own toys for my birds. Yes it is possible, for small birds like parakeets or budgies you can offer them parakeet toys like shinny and bright things, bells, small wooden blocks, small wooden ladders, mirrors, or you can think any things that can catch their attention. In parrots you can offer a multiple layer wooden ladder, wooden blocks, they also love balls and bells. You can offer them wooden perch or twigs to play with and in the same time exercising their beaks. You can think more but be careful of the materials that you are choosing in making bird toys. Think first of their safety.

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Question by Liz R: Info on parrot breeds?
I’m looking for a site with some information and pictures of different kinds of parrots. I want to get one but don’t know what kind yet. Any help would be great.

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Answer by ducky14528
well,

http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/birds/parrot.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parrot

http://www.petbirdpage.com/

http://www.parrots.com/

http://www.birdtricks.com/

http://www.fluffies.org/

http://www.pet-parrots.com/

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The African Parrot Is Intelligent

African Parrots truly are intelligent and charming, just as the title suggests. If you have always enjoyed looking at these birds in the zoo and you have been thinking about getting one, then we are here to help you make your decision. You should take note that there are so many breeders out there, but there are more ways to get the bird other than going to the breeder. For example, you could look in your nearest animal shelter. That’s right, the animal shelter in your area may have an African Parrot, simply because someone did not take care of their responsibility.

If you are instantly drawn to the beauty of this remarkable creature, then you should take note that there is more to this bird than just beauty. Within this article, we are going to be discussing the African Parrot, which is one remarkable bird.

Would you believe it if we told you these parrots try to mimic everything they hear? They try to talk in different noises and sounds, which can be very cute. They even have the mind capacity to put their words together and make sense. There are many good features you know about these birds, but you do not realize the other side until you actually adopt the bird.

While these birds are also cute and intelligent, they are known for having some behavior issues, which is why many people end up getting rid of them. Before you
get your bird, we suggest you looking into those behavior issues and decide if you would be able to take it on. Because these birds are intelligent creatures, they can be on the demanding side and would like to have a lot of social contact.

As you are researching, you will find that these birds need a proper home to live in. They will require a big cage and in many cases, they will want to be outside of the cage.

When you adopt your new family member, you will need to make sure you pay attention to the birds habit and food. The cage should be safe and you should be feeding the parrot a good, healthy diet. You should also have a wide range of toys, a gym, scale and a commercial carrier.

If you are still wondering if the parrot is for you, then chances are you should just leave them alone until you are absolutely sure. When you feel any feelings of being unsure to take on this responsibility, then chances are you are not ready.

With the proper love and care, parrots are known for living anywhere from twenty five to fifty years. Yes, an animal that reaches fifty years old. The truth is, you may have to leave your bird in your will, because they could live for a very long time. The amount of time the bird lives all depends on how you take care of him or her. In the end, if you choose to get a African Parrot, we highly recommend you paying attention to the way you will be caring for the pet before you get him or her.

This is parrot is so cool! He makes the best sound effects and talks up a storm! What an awesome parrot!

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Question by Special Heart: Can African grey parrot and macaw parrot live together in the same cage?
Can African grey parrot and macaw parrot live together in the same cage? We just got a macaw, can they all live together and get along with each other inside and outside the cage?

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Answer by Lee(im greek)!
if thay don’t fight its fine why ask?

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• A four-wheeled base makes moving the cage around your home an easy task.
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• Customize your cage with a variety of color choices.
• Bar spacing is 5/8 of an inch.Provide the birds you love with a secure home that they will love with the Geneva Victorian Bird Cage.

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• Requires minor assembly.

The decorative Haena Bird Cage for medium birds not only provides a comfortable home for your pet it also adds a dash of elegance to your home.

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Designed for cockatiels lovebirds small parrots and birds of similar size the Arched Dometop Cage features two perches to ensure comfortable seating.

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