You should pre-select a cage location in your house before bringing your new pet home. It will get adjusted to its surroundings quicker, rather than adding to the stress of the bird by moving it several times before settling on the right spot for the cage.
There are different cage designs. Some are designed to sit on a table, while others are designed to hang on a stand. You can decide which type is best suited for your home. If you have other pets and children, one that sits on a table may be better than one on a stand, in that it could be easily knocked over. If you live in an apartment and live alone, a cage with a stand should fit in nicely with your smaller quarters. When choosing a cage with a stand make sure the stand is sturdy and fits well with the cage.

Also, remember when selecting the birds cage, make sure it’s large enough to house your bird, food dish, water bowl, perches and toys. A standard size for a single Parakeet cage is normally 18 inches wide, 18 inches high and 24 inches long. Of course, a larger cage would be needed for 2 or more birds. Simply put, get the largest cage you can afford, so your pet won’t feel cramped. Remember to, Parakeets fly horizontally like little airplanes, rather than hover up and down like helicopters. For this reason, a long rectangular cage would be better for the bird rather than a tall, narrow cage. The longer cage would give the bird more room for short flights.

A typical birdcage is usually made of two types of material. Wire and acrylic. The acrylic cages are better for easier cleaning of discarded food pellets, loose feathers and other bird residue. If possible, avoid bamboo or wood cages. Parakeets can quickly destroy these types of cages with their beaks. If you decide on an acrylic cage, make sure it has plenty of air holes for sufficient air circulation. Also, since acrylic cages can become warm fairly quickly, it’s best not to place the cage in direct sunlight. If you choose a wire cage inspect the finish for chipping or peeling. Curious birds may find these spots and continue removing the finish which could make the bird ill. This can also cause the cage to start to rust.

You want the cage door to open easily and stay securely closed. Guillotine type doors should be avoided. The cage should have a bottom tray that slides in and out easily. It should also have a grille covering the floor so you can change the substrate without worrying about the bird getting out.

Another important accessory is the cage covering. Covering your Parakeets cage at night helps to calm the bird and lets it know it’s time for bed. There are 2 or 3 options you can choose for a cover. You can buy one or you can use a towel or an old sheet.

You should avoid keeping your Parakeet in a hall or busy entryway, because the level of activity in these places may upset the bird or make it nervous. Another place to avoid putting your bird is in the bathroom or kitchen, because sudden temperature changes or irritating vapors from cleaning products used in those rooms could harm your pet.

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