The cage or aviary that you provide for your pet birds is critical to their physical and mental well-being. A cage that is too small can lead to a miserable life for pet birds, especially if they spend a lot of time in the enclosure. While all pet bird owners should strive to allow their birds some time out of the cage every day, the bird will probably still spend a majority of its time in its cage. [Read more…] about Bird Cage Sizes for Parakeets, Lovebirds, Macaws & Conures
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Falconry Mews Guide: Building Construction, Requirements & Designs
In the world of bird keeping, the enclosures that are used for certain species have distinctive names. Pigeons are kept in lofts, chickens in coops, and falconers keep their birds in structures known as mews. The mews is one of two well-defined items that comprise the housing for a falcon that will be used in the sport of falconry. [Read more…] about Falconry Mews Guide: Building Construction, Requirements & Designs
Buying A Used Bird Cage? Warning About The Dangers & Risks
The cost of buying bird cages for our pets can be quite expensive. Expect to pay from several hundred dollars for smaller birds and several thousand dollars for larger macaws. One way that you may try to reduce the cost of providing your bird with a suitable cage is to investigate the availability of used cages. While you can save a substantial amount of money by purchasing a used cage for your pet, there are some considerations that need to be taken when going this route. You certainly don’t want your bird to have to endure potential health risks in the quest to save a few dollars. Here is a quick checklist of questions to ask when looking into buying a used bird cage. [Read more…] about Buying A Used Bird Cage? Warning About The Dangers & Risks
Pheasant Pens: Building Construction, Materials, Sizing, Plans & Ideas
Pheasants are game birds that are often raised on farms. After the chicks reach a certain age, they are usually kept in outdoor, covered pens. Construction of these pens are one of the most expensive aspects of raising pheasants, but is essential for the well-being of your birds. [Read more…] about Pheasant Pens: Building Construction, Materials, Sizing, Plans & Ideas
Nazi Pigeons: The Story Behind Their Use In World War 2
A little known fact about pigeons is that they were used to transport sensitive messages by both the Axis and Allied sides during World War II. The two sides relied on the pigeons to relay information from behind enemy lines back to their place of birth. [Read more…] about Nazi Pigeons: The Story Behind Their Use In World War 2