Instructions
Buy your parrot the right sized cage. Smaller-size parrots that will be spending time outside their cage need a cage at least 18 inches in height, length and width. Medium-size parrots need cages at least 24 inches in height, length and width. Larger size parrots need a cage that is at least 30 inches in height, length and width. If you know your parrot will be spending a good amount of time inside his cage, get him a cage with plenty of room.
Buy your bird a sturdy cage. Most of the larger cages are constructed of stainless steel or iron. Stainless steel is an excellent option because it is strong and easy to clean. Iron cages can rust, so look for one that is coated, which will prevent rust and flaking.
Choose a cage with properly-spaced and sized bars. The bars on your parrot's cage should not be wider than his head or he could injure himself. The bars also need to be thick. If the bars on your parrot's cage are too thin, he could escape or harm himself while chewing them. The wider apart the bars are, the thicker they should be.
Buy a cage with no sharp edges. Look in corners and where bars are welded together for jagged areas. In addition, look at any decorations that might be on the cage and make sure that your bird cannot wedge a foot, wing or beak in them. Any decorations should be firmly attached to the cage.
Choose a cage with a good layout. Think about how the cage will feel to your parrot once the perches, toys, and food containers are in place.
Buy a cage you can reach inside easily to change food, arrange toys or retrieve your bird.
How to Pick a Parrot Cage
Choosing a cage for your parrot is an important decision. Your bird should be able to stretch his wings out completely in any direction in the cage. The bird also needs room to hop around and play freely. Most parrots like to climb around their cages, so it's good to give them plenty of room for that as well. Knowing what kind of cage to buy for your parrot is the first step in ensuring that he will be happy.