Washing a rope perch is actually quite simple. All you need is a product to rid of bird waste - such as **** Off. Begin by spraying the rope with this product to loosen debris. Rinse your rope under warm water and place inside a pillow case. Put the pillow case in the laundry machine and wash. Make sure to air dry the rope.
Yes, edible perches do exist, although they are fairly
new. They are exactly what the name
suggests - perches that your bird can chew and eat. They are a good way for your bird to obtain
valuable nutrients into their diets.
Here a few examples of good quality edible bird perches:
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11147444
http://www.perchfactory.com/bird_cage_perches/calcium_perches.htm
Heated perches are
great for providing your bird with great circulation for their feet. They are highly recommended for exotic
birds. Most heated perches are
controlled using a thermostat and are most commonly made from a scratch and
bite resistant non-toxic plastic.
Here are some examples of good quality heated bird perches:
http://www.birdsupplies.com/thermo-perch-heated-bird-perch/
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=10899
http://mybirdstore.com/PERCHES_AND_SWINGS-HEATED_PERCHES.html
I recommend getting
at least one medium-sized natural wood perch, one rope perch (again medium
size), and one other type of perch - maybe a therapeutic perch or a second
natural wood perch. Here are some good
examples for your Parakeet.
Perch diameter is an extremely important factor in relation
to perch choice. It is crucial that you
choose a perch that is the right size for your bird. Here is a sizing chart I came across to help
educate you further on perch diameter.
Your bird's foot should wrap around approximately 2/3 of the perch;
their toes should never meet/overlap.
Bird size Perch
Diameter
Extra
small 1/2 an inch or less
Small 1/2 an inch to 5/8 of an inch
Medium 3/4 of an inch to 1 inch
Large
1 inch to 1 1/2 inches
Extra
Large
2 inches to 2 1/2 inches
Manzanita perches are natural wood perches. I would highly recommend this type of bird
perch. The uneven surfaces of the Manzanita
perch mimic your bird's natural environment.
They are also great for building strong feet and leg muscles.
Here are a few sites to look at in regards to Manzanita
perches.
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11147209
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