Shay Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 I'm looking into buying Jager a new cage. I have one in mind, but I'm unsure about something. The description for this cage says that it'll work for Timneh African Grey's, but it says it in a wording that makes me thing it would /just/ be enough room for them and a congo would be a little too big. Edit:// Whoops! Forgot to paste the link to the cage. http://www.goldencockatoo.com/2889.html Maybe someone here would have a better idea, because I can't tell by the dimensions alone whether it would work, or if I should go up in size to the next cage. Thanks everyone for your help! Actually, I do have another question. I recently bought a female eclectus (I named Syrah, after the red wine, to with Jagermeister!) the store I bought her from told me that an elderly lady brought her in on her shoulder, and couldn't keep her any longer because she was being brought to a home, she was really upset knowing that the bird (only 4 years old) would out live her. Syrah is very sweet, a little strange (when compared to Jager anyway), but sweet. I was told that she was never kept in a cage until she came to the store. Instead the elderly lady kept her on one of those perch play stands. I know that birds like to have their own cages for security purposes, but I was told that she only sits at the bottom of the cage looking confused/scared. After bringing her home, I saw that this was mostly true, unless you gave her the option to sit on top of the outside of the cage. My question is, should I just let this be a special case and not use a cage? I was also told that if I used a cage she would probably be more comfortable in a smaller one, since she doesn't really understand it to begin with. Though, I feel odd putting a bird that needs the same cage requirements as a grey in a cage that would be more conure-sized. All and any help is greatly appreciated!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayd Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 To me, this cage is a little small for a CAG, unless, both your parrot will only use it for sleeping and nap time, it's okay. Our fids are out all the time except when they sleep. [10-12- hr's] Most have small cages...Thank Jayd:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 The 24 x 36 size cage on that link would be a better one for a grey, they need plenty of room for toys and to be able to flap their wings and not touch the sides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdistheword Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Always get the biggest cage that you can comfortably afford. I would say you should try to get the eclectus used to a cage, try a little everyday for short periods, as when she gets comfortable with it, she will view it as her safe haven. Just my 2 cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shay Posted July 27, 2012 Author Share Posted July 27, 2012 I thank everyone for their feedback and would like to say that I took it to heart and decided to get them both one of these cages instead. They're already ordered, a black one for Syrah, and a white one for Jagermeister. The reviews were very positive, it's more affordable, about as durable, and it's massive. Now hopefully, they will fit in my house! http://www.hayneedle.com/sale/jaspercornerbirdcage.cfm Oh, and here's a picture of Syrah that I wanted to share, from dinner earlier! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbersmom Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 Pretty bird! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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