Which Parrot Is Right For Me?
by Medha Roy
Which parrot is right for me? This is a question that you
must ask yourself before you think of keeping these lovely
birds as pets. It is as important as your decision to have a
child. You need to ask - which parrot is right for me - because
every parrot has its distinctive temperament and nature. No two
parrots are alike.
Parrots need a lot of attention and love to become adorable
pets. Once they bond with you, you will realize how precious
they are as pets. Choose your parrot according to your
lifestyle.
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10 Commandments for choosing the right parrot for your
household:
No Impulse Shopping : Try not to adopt or purchase a pet on a
whim or inspiration. Make it a deliberate, thought-out
action.
Shop Around : Take the time to learn all about the kind of pet
you are considering buying. Visit The Humane Society And Animal
Rescue Organizations : Pay a few walk-through trips to your
local humane society. Just observe the pet when it is alone
with you and try to make a mental list of its positive and
negative points.
Match Your Pet To Your Life Style : Do you work long hours? Do
you have children? Are they mature enough not to be a threat to
the pet you choose? If you travel a lot who will care for the
pet while you are away?
Teach your parrot to
talk with
ease!
Match Your Pet To Your Home Environment : How much free space
is there? Is there a back yard? Is it fenced? How will your
neighbors feel about this new pet? If you rent, what will your
landlord think about this pet?
Decide Why You Want A Pet : Is this pet going to be a child
substitute? Do you want to teach it tricks and interact with
it? Do you want to play with it and caress it? Your personality
traits are very important.
Decide If This Is The Right Time In Your Life To Get A Pet :
Frankly consider if this is really the right time in your life
to own a (another) pet. If you already have other pets how will
they get along with the new one? How stable are your human
relationships? How good is your health?
Decide How Long You Want Your Pet To Live : Small parrots live
8-14 years; larger ones 35-60 years.
Decide If You Are Able To Meet This Pet’s Specific Needs : It
is a good idea to do some research at the library as to how
much care your pet will need and visit pet owners. Do you have
enough time to properly feed and clean for it? Many pets get
bored if they do not have enough one-on-one contact. This
boredom can lead to a host of undesirable behaviors.
Cost : Besides the initial cost of the pet you may incur
considerable expense in purchasing the pet a suitable cage.
Over time, the cost of a good diet will far exceed whatever you
paid for the parrot. It may need veterinary care and grooming
from time to time.
The main species are - parrots, macaws, conures, cockatoos,
cockatiels, parakeets and budgies.
Parrots - Parrots are a very popular group of birds. Parrots
are intelligent animals who depend on some degree of
socialization and training. Different parrots have different
needs. See that you cater to all these needs to have a healthy
and happy parrot in your house.
Macaws - Macaws have been rightly called winged rainbows.
Macaws are flamboyant, colorful, intelligent and captivating
birds. Their personalities are legendary. Because of their
great beauty and engaging personalities, macaws have been kept
in captivity for centuries.
Conures - Conures are known for their sweet dispositions and
playfulness. They definitely have a mind of their own. In the
wild conures are friendly, peaceful birds and seldom fight with
each other.
Cockatoos - Most are colored mainly in white, but others come
in grays and pinks, blacks, and in the Palm's case, deep blue.
Well-raised cockatoos are adorable; a hog for attention, a
socialite , and just a pleasure to have around.
Cockatiels - Cockatiels are ideal for the first time pet owner.
They are characteristically happy and cheerful birds, never
moody or demanding. They demand to be let on your shoulder for
a ride, and make cute noises.
Parakeets - 'Parakeets' means "small parrots". Their small
size, bright colors, and cheerful disposition make them perfect
pets. It is calming to listen to their quiet chattering and
chirping. Some parakeets even learn to talk.
Budgies - Each has its distinctive personality. Some budgies
may be sensitive while others might get into mischief at every
opportunity. Its popularity is gained mainly by its amazing
powers of mimicry, and its antics are very amusing.
Ask yourself again - which parrot is right for me? All parrots
need time and patience to make wonderful pets. Some parrots are
cheerful all the time, some are often moody. Some play on their
own, while some always demand your company. These birds can
make your life beautiful and chirpy, but they can also die of
heart aches. Think hard before you make your choice!
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About the Author:
Medha Roy is the owner of parrots for the last 12 years. She
works for www.pet-parrots.com
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