Round Cages?

[Mr.Palmisano]

Is it a good idea to get a lovie a round cage?

[bellarains]

Nope,

Round cages are not good. They do not have corners for a security spot, and also, they confuse the bird. An idea cage is at least 24x24 or larger, with 1/2-5/8 bar spacing. I prefer the 1/2 inch as there is no way they can get stuck in that bar spacing. I think it just makes me feel more comfortable.

[Mr.Palmisano]

How much do 24x24s run?

[bellarains]

It really depends on the quality of the cage as to how much one costs. I would expect to pay anywhere from $80.00 to $350.00. I myself started with one from a PetSmart, upgraded to one I bought on Ebay, then bought a nice Kings cage, but still wanted more room, so ended up upgrading again to one that is 36x48x36. I think I paid $150.00 for it at a bird show, and if you can find one in or near your area, that is most likely where you will find your best deal.

You can also look online, and most sites that sell cages offer free shipping.

[DeepLikeNin]

I bought a 30 (height), 22 (length), 17 (width) ... I didn't know the order ... haha, powder coated with a stand and a top that opens up for 90 bucks off of ebay -- there was a buy now option, and I did that, then went to pick it up myself! Similar cages at a bird show I had been to were selling for abt $150 -- so bottom line ... shop around a bit!

Also, about the spaces between the bars ... I think mine is 5/8 ... I was really worried about it, especially since the sides of the top of the cage (rounded corners on front and back) caused a bigger gap ... but I observed Mercuri when she was in it for about a week, and now we've had it for almost a year and have had no problems. But of course, it's all about your comfort level and how much trouble your lovies like to get into!

[Rubygem]

I am one of those people that get so >: at pet shops that sell any cage just because they don't know any better, or because they just want to make money. Cages take up room, and I have watched too many wrong size cages go home with the size parrot that one buys.

A round cage is more for looks than comfort for a pet bird. I don’t know about anyone else but I normally watch birds fly across the cage or room, instead of up and down, and around in circles (unless it is in a circle to get ready to dive bomb someone or some thing…:lol) So I always suggest a new bird owner get one that is longer instead of taller. I also suggest for people to get the biggest cage they can afford (with in reason of it fitting into the house…LOL because people like Janie, Lori, and Jackie will let the birds and their cages take over the rooms ;) :p If you have to have a smaller cage, it is normally good for a bed time cage, if you have a day time cage and bed time cage for your birds (believe it or not a lot of people do). I also tell people if they have a smaller cage, make sure that their birds get plenty of out of cage time…..some times your birds can’t always get the out of cage time – so like us, they need plenty of room to live in, play in, and exercise.

It is always worth spending a little more money for a good quality cage, instead of trying to buy a cheap cage that a bird can get hurt on (in). Believe it or not there have been some stories of birds dieing because of lead being used on the paint on the cages. Always keep the maintenance of your cages up. There is nothing wrong with buying a smaller cage, and up grading your cages as your income increases. :) or as you find a good bird show or fair in your area. If you can’t find a good cage at a bird fair, and you don’t have good cages at the local pet stores find a breeder. We have to have access to good cages for our birds. Now I will admit, my breeder lovies are in breeder cages, to save space in the birdie room, but our pet birds have bigger cages. My Macaw could have three other Macaws move in with her.. :rofl: just ask Jackie and Janie. :D and the funny thing is she only sleeps in her cage, she is out most of the day.

Didn’t mean to write a novel, but where your bird lives has to have plenty of space, and lots of toys and fun things to do. Remember this is their bed room. And none of us like the smallest room in the house.

Jeanette

[sdgilley]

Excellent point:
some times your birds can’t always get the out of cage time – so like us, they need plenty of room to live in, play in, and exercise.

There are times my schedule permits me to have the birds out quite a bit. There are somedays (not often) that just having me spend some time cleaning is all I can do. So, having an adequately big cage really helps. They have room to move around and play and I don't have to feel guilty about having other obligations at those times.

Also, my cages are on stands with wheels. I don't have a big house, but I like to bring the birds to the living room during the day and my bedroom at night. It's all our routine. I really enjoy having them close to me. So - that was a part of my cage buying decision. I can even take the largest cage out onto my deck to spend time in the sun with me there. (the usual disclaimers here: never unattended, no trees around for wild birds to be present and pose health issues there....)

Anyway, that's my :2cents: .
:)

[Lindades264]

Hello,

I see your location states 'In my room", but where are you located? I am in Canada, and can tell you where I get my cages here if you are in Canada also. They are very good quality and a good price. Bye for now.