How to Make a Cockatoo Stand

The iconic cockatoos, both Moluccans and Umbrella varieties, are popular pets for dedicated bird lovers. Cousins to the beloved parrot, cockatoos are renowned for their affectionate nature, loud vocal abilities and recognizable looks. Cockatoos need lots of attention from their owners and must be entertained almost constantly. A stately stand inside or out of their cage is a popular accessory for pet cockatoos.

Things You'll Need

  • 2 1-foot sections of 1-inch galvanized plumbers pipe with 2 threaded ends
  • 10 inch long section of 2 x 4
  • 2 threaded base footings with suitable attachment hardware
  • Drill and screws for base footing hardware
  • 2 metal lined T-fittings
  • Wooden dowel rod that fits tightly through T-fitting
  • Pencil
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Instructions

    • 1

      Attach your base fittings to the ends of your 2 x 4 board. The board can be longer to accommodate a larger cage, but no shorter than 10 inches, as it forms the base of your cockatoo stand. The base fittings will have holes for attaching with screws. Mark these holes with a pencil, drill holes, then attach the fittings to the board.

    • 2

      Screw the galvanized pipes into the base fittings using the threads.

    • 3

      Attach the T-fittings to the tops of the galvanized pipes. Twist until the "T" tops are running parallel to the base board.

    • 4

      Slid the dowel rod through the top of the T-fittings. If it is not a snug fit yet, add some non-toxic wood or other glue to the entry points to seal it in place.

    • 5

      Set your cockatoo stand inside of your bird's cage or in your home.