Caged Bird

Caring for caged birds

Caged birds, such as canaries, budgies and parrots can make great pets and are very loyal. Many people think of them as being bad tempered, however this trait is often just a result of them being frightened, uncomfortable, neglected or threatened. Despite what some people may think, caged birds such as these need a lot of attention, care and company.

Ensure the cage is large enough for your bird to spread its wings in all directions. The bars should be wide enough apart to prevent your bird from getting through and the thickness of the bar should be wide enough so that your bird cannot chew through them. Always buy the correct floor coverings such as bird sand or goldchip, as your bird will try and eat everything despite its limited digestive system. This factor also means that what you feed your bird is extremely important. Seeds and nuts should be part of their diet, but they cannot live on these alone. It is important they get fruit and other whole grains in their diet. Owners will often feed them fruit from their local supermarket. Food designed for human consumption is often of better quality, although top quality pet food will be fine. Grits and minerals made up of oyster shells and fish bones are a great product for ensuring your bird gets the correct level of nutrients in their diet and there are specific foods designed for different types of caged bird.

Cleanliness is also important. Birds excrete very regularly therefore you will need to clean the cage quite often to remove old food and bird mess. The cage should be given a thorough clean and they should be supplied weekly with clean water for them to bathe. It is important to look out for signs that your bird may be ill, injured or unhappy. Boredom and loneliness can have a devastating effect on your bird, so try to keep it company as much as possible.

Always remember that caged birds, in particular parrots, are very intelligent and need entertaining. They do tend to nip and bite on occasion, but once they are comfortable with you they will be much more affectionate. Most caged birds have a long life span of between 30 and 60 years, therefore when treated correctly they will become more than just a pet and grow to be a valuable member of the family.

Types of pet bird food

We have a range of caged bird food products, including aviary bird seed mixes and bird food for specific bird species. You can also order caged bird supplies and products such as bird cages and accessories with Little Peckers. We have all the bird supplies you need in one place for all types of caged birds including finches, parrots, parakeets, canaries, cockatiels and lovebirds.

High quality, low cost pet bird food

We sell some of the best bird food mixes you can get, because we source products that are made in high tech, modern factories. Thanks to the latest technology, we only sell dust free, highly nutritious bird seed mixes, so you know your pet birds are eating a healthy diet.

It’s extremely important that wild birds are fed a healthy diet filled with all the nutrients they might need. Bird feed should contain the right amount of protein, carbohydrates, nutrients, vitamins, minerals and fatty acids in order to keep birds healthy. We care deeply about the value of the food that we supply and strive to supply the best possible nutrition for pet and pet birds.

Take advantage of online deals

We are able to offer food for caged birds at some of the lowest prices in the UK, but we aren’t prepared to sacrifice the quality of our products. Browse our selection of seed mixes and parrot food and get the best prices and discounts with Little Peckers.

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