How Do You Care For A Cockatiel?
Select the right cockatiel for you. It is good to pick a bird you find cute and attractive, but their personality is also very important. You should spend time with several different birds and be sure the one you choose responds to you and has a personality you enjoy. Purchase an enclosure that fits your cockatiel. Your bird will require at least two and a half square feet of floor space in its cage and the cage should be at least two feet tall. The larger cage you can provide the better. The cage should have bar spacing of 3/4 of an inch or less. Fill the cage with a number of perches, both cement and natural. Both are essential for the health of your pet’s feet. Cover the bottom of your bird’s cage with a substrate like corn cob, recycled paper or crushed walnuts. Feed your bird a mixture of commercial pellets, seed, fresh fruits and vegetables. Also provide your bird with a dish filled with non-chlorinated water at all times. Clean the substrate, food and water on a daily basis. Onc
