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Decorative Bird Cages

Article Summary: Can decorative bird cages harm your bird?

Decorative Bird Cages

There’s a problem with decorative bird cages. The main problem is one of cleanliness. The more little nooks an crannies there are in a bird cage, the more places there are for food and other stuff to accumulate and rot. Decorative bird cages look great but they can be a breeding ground for all types of things.

The other big problem I have with decorative bird cages is that there are lots of places where a bird could catch a claw or wing and really hurt themselves. Many of the decorative designs on bird cages are wrought iron. They can have sharp edges and can also rust which is another major problem.

If you have a bird creates dust like a cockatoo or an african grey, cleaning a decorative bird cage can be a nightmare. Both of our birds give off a lot of dust and, even without a lot of decorations on their cages, it’s difficult to keep them as clean as I’d like. Cleanliness is very important for your bird’s health (and your own!) and the easier a cage is to clean the better everyone is.

As you can tell from other articles I’ve written, I like things plain and simple. I also prefer cages to be rectangular in shape and many decorative bird cages are designed in all kinds of shapes and sizes. Many of these designs can make an uncomfortable environment for your bird.

Finally, I know many of you won’t like to hear this, but your bird really doesn’t care how pretty their cage is. Fact is, they’d prefer not to be in a cage at all. There are many beautiful cages without all the fancy wrought iron and other decorative elements that will fit in with almost any style of room you can think of. We offer a great selection of some of the finest cages in the world - almost certain to have one that would suit your bird and your decor at the same time. If you need something fancier, there are other alternatives as well. Some of the new acrylic cages are spectacular and still offer a healthy place for your favorite pet bird. So if you have to have something other than just a plain old bird cage, make sure that the new decorative bird cage is easy to clean, no sharp edges and no places for a claw or wing to get trapped.

For more information about choosing the right cage for your pet bird, see some of our other articles on bird cages.

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About the Author:
Cliff Hagberg
About the Author Cliff Hagberg has worked with birds for over 30 years. He can be reached at info@birdcityusa.com. He is the owner of Bird City USA, an internet store for bird supplies that also supports a parrot rescue. Click Here for Bird City USA