This list covers all the essentials for your pet parrot for beginners, from a mansion-sized cage to gourmet dining options. With these items, you’ll be ready for squawks, snacks, and daily feathered fun. Upfront costs: $200–$600 depending on your parrot’s palace and toys. Monthly: $50–$100 for food, toys, and cleaning supplies. Time: 30–60 minutes daily for care, plus 20 minutes if you want your bird to ace its next talent show.
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Birds
Housing Essentials
Nutrition
Enrichment & Toys
Health & Hygiene
Training
Birds
Choosing the right bird species is crucial for a positive pet ownership experience. Each type has unique characteristics, pros, and cons to consider
A small, easy-to-care-for bird that can be friendly and learn to talk, though taming can be challenging if not hand-fed. Budgies are typically the most affordable option, usually costing under $50, making them an excellent choice for budget-conscious...
Budgie
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Known as the "clown bird," cockatiels are friendly and can learn to whistle tunes, but require social interaction and a spacious cage
Cockatiels
Quiet and gentle, making them ideal for apartments, but may be less commonly available than other species
Lineolated Parakeet (Linnie, Barred Parakeet)
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Housing Essentials
The foundation for your parrot's comfort and safety at home
Large cage: Provides ample space for movement and exercise, crucial for your parrot's physical and mental health
63-in Open Top Metal Parrot Cage with Detachable ...
Helps create a dark, calm environment for sleep, which is essential for your parrot's well-being
Good Night Bird Cage Cover
Offers different grip sizes to promote foot health and prevent issues like arthritis
Java Wood Multi Bird Perch
Nutrition
Proper diet is key to your parrot's health and longevity
High-quality seed mix: Serves as a base for a balanced diet, though it shouldn't be the only food source
Sensible Seed Small Bird Food
Provides essential vitamins and minerals that seeds alone can't offer
Fresh fruits and vegetables
Stainless steel food and water bowls: easy to clean and don't harbor bacteria, ensuring safe and hygienic feeding
Food & Water Bird Cup
Enrichment & Toys
Mental stimulation is crucial for your parrot's happiness and behavior
Helps maintain beak health and satisfies natural chewing instincts
Carnival Bird Kabob
Encourages natural foraging behavior, providing both mental and physical exercise
Mug Forager Bird Toy
Challenges your parrot mentally, preventing boredom and promoting problem-solving skills
Bagel Cascade Bird Toy
Health & Hygiene
Maintaining your parrot's cleanliness and monitoring their health is vital
Keeps your parrot's environment clean without exposing them to harmful chemicals
Poop-D-Solver Lime Coconut ScentedBird ...
Allows for proper nail maintenance, preventing overgrowth and related health issues
Bird Nail Trimmer
Encourages regular bathing, which is essential for feather health and overall hygiene
Bird Bath
Training
Building a strong relationship with your parrot through positive interactions
Provides a designated area for training sessions, helping your parrot focus
Bird Training Perch
Useful tool for positive reinforcement training, helping to mark desired behaviors
Pet Training Clicker with Wrist Band, 2 count, Black
Books
This is an up-to-date guide covering the basics of keeping parrots and dealing with behavioral problems
Sally Blanchard's Companion Parrot Handbook
This book explains the basics of parrot psychology and how to apply this knowledge to common behavior problems.
Guide to a Well-Behaved Parrot
A beginner's book full of useful tips and information on everything to do with parrots and their care
