Casper223
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- Apr 27, 2019
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- Parrots
- Umbrella Cockatoo "Zoey"
What are your thoughts about this large bird cage that I found on the internet?
can't see it---With an umbrella, it's very important to make sure it isn't a toxic metal under a powder coating...
Just my two cents: Consider a traditional style cage! Although, the appeal of multi-side cages is nice. They make cleaning more difficult, provide smaller interior space and less volume for the cost.
Take a look at: birdcages4less
We have been using them for over 35 years and have always been happy with the products they provide.
Have you considered ordering off of Amazon or something like that?
I always have mentioned the importance of metal quality. I thought you were still shopping. If this is what you have, it's what you have.
Cleaning issues etc will be obnoxious but doable. The size is fine--as long as it is safe, I think you are fine. Cockatoos are just crazy chewers so safe metal is imperative...
With this size, as long as contents are safe and as long as your U2 is given pleanty of time outside of the cage, you will be fine.
I want too emphasize (again) the importance of not over-indulging these sweet fluff-balls. They need to be taught serious boundaries early on and they want nothing more than to attach to your hip---it feels great to feel so loved, but it is sick and harmful to the bird--so remember to keep cuddles minimal and teach independence early on. If you don't, you create a monster, and remember, 6 years is a long time to hang in there and keep a routine---lots of birds get re-homed at 6 and that is when many reach sexual maturity, but habits start before then. We are still talking 4 hours of out of cage time daily---at least---but it's so important that you teach them not to need you constantly (BEFORE THEY START TO SCREAM AND MAKE NOISE 3+ YEARS LATER) lol