Caique parrots are fun to play with.Large cages, daily attention, and lots of toys are what these parrots need.You can create an excellent habitat for your parrot by selecting the right cage, finding the best place for it, and fitting it.
Step 1: You can choose a large cage.
The caique is a medium-sized bird and needs a lot of space.The energetic parrot can be accommodated in a cage.The bigger the caique cages, the better.The smallest cage for a single caique should be 60 x 60 cm.Extra time outside of the cage will be needed by a caique in this size cage.It's ideal to have a cage-size of 36 x 24 x 48.Take height and width into account.The parrots play Tarzan and fly side-to-side.Caique parrots are strong climbers and like to walk, hop, and jump.They will be able to climb and hop around in a larger cage.
Step 2: Select the bar spacing you want.
There are different sized spaces between the bars.A cage bar spacing of 34 inch is ideal for a caique parrot.The horizontal bars in the cages are great for active caiques to climb on.
Step 3: Choose a cage that is resistant to chewing.
Caique parrots love to chew and destroy wooden cages.If you want your parrots to be safe, choose a metal cage and avoid painted cages.Before buying a cage, make sure that the wires are sturdy and won't break.
Step 4: You can try a dometop cage.
There is more space at the top of domestop cages.Most owners prefer dometop cages since space is an important issue for caique parrots.Many people like the look of dometop cages.
Step 5: Go for a playtop cage.
There are additional perches and toys outside of the cage.Birds who spend a lot of time in their cages prefer top cages.Caiques need to be supervised, and are a bit mischievous.If you plan to supervise a lot of out-of-cage time, you may prefer a playtop cage.
Step 6: You will be in a place often.
If you place your parrot's cage in a back office or bedroom, it will make it more difficult for your caique to get enough interaction each day.You will frequent the room where your parrot's cage is located.This will help to socialize your parrot.
Step 7: The cage is where other pets can't reach.
If you have a cat that can jump, this is important.A cat might be able to jump up and hurt your bird if you put the cage on a high counter.Place barriers around the base of the counter to protect your caique and get a tall, sturdy stand to do it.
Step 8: The cage should be placed away from hot or cold drafts.
Birds are sensitive to temperature changes.Extreme temperature changes do not happen when you place your bird's cage.It's a good idea to avoid placing the cage near open windows or heat vents.
Step 9: It is a good idea to avoid smells and fumes.
Caique parrots do not like powerful odors and are known for their sensitive respiratory systems.Set up your bird's cage in a place that is free from fumes and smells.Food odors, cigarette smoke, car fumes, and strong smells from the backyard are some examples.
Step 10: The cage should never be in the kitchen.
The fumes from a pan on the stove can kill a bird.You should keep the cage away from the pans.
Step 11: The cage should be against a wall.
Many bird owners think their bird wants to be near a window so they can look outside.Being near a window is more likely to startle your bird.If you place your bird's cage against a wall, they will feel secure.
Step 12: There should be at least two perches.
There are two perches in your parrot's cage.One perch should be high for roosting and the other low near food and water dishes.Caiques chew on the perches.Natural perches are the best for the bird.If the bird starts to destroy the perches, you will need to replace them.The willow poplar wood is from fruit trees.
Step 13: There should be lots of toys.
Caique parrots have a lot of energy.Caique parrots need more toys than your average bird.You have to experiment to see what kind of toys your parrot likes.The options include climbing ropes, Bells, and Wooden bird toys.
Step 14: You should include food and water bowls.
Food and water can be found in your bird's cage.You can mount dishes to the side of the cage or use free standing dishes.You can use a traditional dish for water.Some parrot owners like to have two different bowls of food, one for fruit and veg and the other for bird seed.The parrots like to bathe.It is possible to provide a large water dish for bathing and a small one for drinking.
Step 15: The cage should have a lining on it.
Droppings, food, and any other debris will need to be caught on the bottom of the cage.The paper that is free from pigment will work.Birds can be harmed by ink pigments.To catch all the debris, try to have 6-7 layers of paper.
Step 16: It's a good idea to clean the cage regularly.
Regular maintenance is all you need to get your cage set up the way you like it.Keeping a clean and sanitary environment for your caique helps to keep them happy and healthy.Liners need to be changed daily.Food and water dishes need to be washed daily.A few times per week, the area around the cage should be cleaned.It's a good idea to clean the perch a few times a week.The entire cage should be cleaned every month.