itsjustnikki Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 I have the daunting task of buying a new cage for Tango. Unfortunately I found a couple of rust spots starting to form in the pull out tray of his current cage. I would love to get him a stainless steel cage, but really can't afford to spend that much at the moment. I started looking at cages online and immediately became overwhelmed. I hate that I can't physically see them before I buy it, but such is life. I was hoping to get some recommendations to narrow down my search. Thanks! Nikki and Tango! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingy Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 If it is just on the pull out tray you can either try replacing the tray or if your cage has a grate you could have a new tray made from the specs of your current one. At the very least you can clean it well and cover the spots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spock Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 IF the rust is confined to the tray only and your baby has no access to it, you can paint it with Rustrolium or Krylon child safe paint. Sand clean touch up with paint rinse with cold water and let air dry till there is no odor... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsjustnikki Posted May 19, 2013 Author Share Posted May 19, 2013 Unfortunately he has access to the tray because I don't have a grate (he likes to forage.) It means I have to do more work by changing his papers more frequently, but I don't mind because he seems to enjoy it. After I noticed that spot I inspected the rest of the cage and found a couple of other spots where the paint is missing on his door. I would prefer not to take any chances with Tango coming in contact with anything that could be toxic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingy Posted May 19, 2013 Share Posted May 19, 2013 That is completely understandable. I did a quick search based on the location you have under your picture and came up with Jungle Junction. http://www.junglejunction.com/ Supposedly they carry a wide range of cages. At the very least you hopefully can come away with some ideas on styles and manufacturers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsjustnikki Posted May 19, 2013 Author Share Posted May 19, 2013 (edited) I've been to jungle Junction a couple of times and they have a small selection. My boyfriend and I have discussed it and decided that we are going to spring for a permanent cage (aka stainless or aluminum) So now I am just wondering if anyone here has a kings cage and if they like it. Tango has one for his travel cage and I like it but he isn't in it for long periods of time. Right now I have it narrowed down to these: http://www.mybirdstore.com/product.cgi?group=238205&product=238207 or http://www.kingscages.com/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=ACP3325 Edited May 19, 2013 by itsjustnikki Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted May 19, 2013 Share Posted May 19, 2013 I have 3 cages from Cages4less. They shipped free to my door. I thought they had good prices and I like the quality. Didn't buy stainless steel tho, too pricey for my 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbersmom Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 No cage expert here. Isn't that second one a little short (height wise I mean)? I know the width is probably the most important but "32" Inside Height from Grill to Inside Top of Cage" doesn't seem very tall? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsjustnikki Posted May 20, 2013 Author Share Posted May 20, 2013 I didn't even notice the height part. But over the course of the evening I think we have decided on stainless steel. My boyfriend says that since Mr. Tango likes to use his beak on the bars of the cage he could et the anodized coating off the aluminum eventually. So I didn't buy that top cage yet because I'm super ocd about making a decision and have to make sure I do all the research I possibly can. I called the store near my house, they only have 1 stainless steel cage in stock that is close to the size I need and it is a dome top boo and much more expensive than the one from Bird Paradise. It seems as though this might be the best cage and deal out there. I just hope that it isn't too good to be true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 (edited) I just looked at the top one. IMO, 23 is too small for a grey. BY the time you put perches, toys, etc. it will be quite small. I wouldn't buy anything under 32". All mine are macaw size cages, as I work and they have to spend 8 hours in them on most days. I have had my cages for going on 8 years, no chipping or cracking. If price is an issue, I would purchase the largest you can afford and not worry about the stainelss steel. I havent heard of a grey grasping the bars enough to the point that the powder coating chips off. In fact, my greys and amazon never grasp the bars, there is too much else for them to do. Edited May 20, 2013 by Talon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsjustnikki Posted June 6, 2013 Author Share Posted June 6, 2013 Update: I ended up getting an A&E dome top stainless steel cage. My boyfriend and I decided that instead of buying another powdercoated cage in a few years just to spend a little extra now and get the stainless steel. The cage came today and it is amazing. Its not the most expensive SS cage, but it seems decent. Tango loved it right away, which is good because I was worried about going from a playtop cage to a dometop. As soon as we rolled it in the house his eyes started pinning and he watched me put all of his toys in it anxiously and went right in when it was time. I guess I am lucky to have one of the few greys that doesn't mind changing cages. Hopefully this cage lasts for a while because picking out one is super stressful for me. I was just afraid that I was going to pay for another cage that was going to fall apart like his last one did. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbersmom Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Good for you! Glad the decision is over and also glad Tango took to it immediately. You just never know what to expect with them. Sometimes they have irrational (or so they seem to us) fears and other times they are unfazed by what we expect to scare them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kins2321@yahoo.com Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Soooo happy for you! Most greys will put you thru " hell", rather than give up their cage that can be just a " tin bucket! Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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