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Question: Should I get a cockatiel?

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Answer #1:

Well I don't know about the Parrot Fever but I have one and she is so sweet and easy going, They can also bite but usually sweet. Mine likes to sit on top of my head. They are quieter than some other types of birds. They can learn to talk , just small things but are Intelligent to. Birds make better pets if they are the only one. But if you have to leave them for long times , get two birds but make it a different species of bird. Two of the same species will bond to each other , and not you. Where as two of different species will be good friends to each other , and will be your friend also. I have owned birds of different species for over 20 yrs , so I know how they are when they are with their own species. They tend to be soul mates , and that will leave you out.
Be careful about letting a bird fly freely, especially if you have mirrors , keep the curtains on the windows closed so they will not try to fly through. And if they should by chance get out the door to the out side you will lose them, and they will probably die in the wild. So use extra care when letting them fly freely.

Answer #2:

I agree with Barb.

I do, however, know something about parrot fever (chlamydiosis). If you are concerned about parrot fever and you can afford to take the bird to an avian veterinarian, they can test your bird for it. An appointment and blood test are between $100-200 dollars. Factor in veterinary expenses if it is something you feel a pet bird is entitled to. The blood-draw is safe but ask your vet about whether the blood should be drawn from the foot.

2 and a half hours is enough for a cockatiel, but you must be consistent. They are very loving, and extremely easy-going. (Especially if you get a young hand-fed 'tiel) I have one I adore from a reputable breeder and it will even allow me to put a bird diaper on it (avian fashions.com)... which is really great because then I can just let him sit on me while I work on homework. And no mess in the house.

Chlamydiosis itself is quite rare, and even rarer that it be passed to humans from a pet. (Especially if you have a single bird... and your'e not working in an aviary situation or pet-shop) IF you're having some trepidations, think it over. It should become clear after that.

Look for local bird-rescues or craigslist.com if you're interested in adopting. (Then you can have the previous owner tell you about the bird's personailty) OR hand-fed babies.

Answer #3:

i reacon its a great idea getting a cockatiel!

i have one and they r great pets!
and just to tell u with that bird flu thing, ur bird wont get it. if u have other birds..... maybe .....
but i think that he/she wont get it!!!!!!

JACKIE!!
xoxox

Answer #4:

I own 8 cockatiels. Three of them are 23 years old. They do not get parrot fever easily and they are very healthy birds. You need a bigger cage for a cockatiel. The budgie cage is way to small. Even if you let the bird fly freely it must have a larger cage to go into. You must buy a cockatiel cage. A budgie cage is way to small and may injure the bird.

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