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Ground flaxseed is easier to digest than whole. We recommend buying whole flaxseed and grinding at home in small batches as needed.  Ground flaxseeds can start to go rancid fairly quickly after they are ground. This is when the fats start to oxidize and you lose most of the nutritional benefits of those fats. (Read more here...)

This perch has a smooth side on top to prevent foot sores. Still, keep an eye on their feet when introducing this perch and remove if any sores begin to develop. These can be an excellent way to reduce the need for nail trims. Some birds' nails naturally grow faster than they will file them down and they will still need occasional nail trims. Choose appropriate size for your bird's species. 

Cement Perches
⚠️ Some cement perches have been found to contain lead. We do not recommend the use of any cement perches for birds. 

Stainless Steel Cage for Large birds, 1" bar spacing (Prevue)  
Stainless Steel Cage for Large birds, 7/8" bar spacing (Prevue)
Powder-Coated Cages, sizes vary*, 3/4" bar spacing (Prevue)

*The 18" x 18" size is too small for any parrot to live in long-term (even budgies!). Please only use this size for temporary use.

What size cage does your bird need?
The bigger, the better! There is no limit to the size you should provide for your bird so we recommended purchasing the biggest cage you can afford money-wise and space-wise. Unfortunately, when cages increase in size, the bar spacing tends to increase as well. Choosing the appropriate bar spacing for the size of your bird is incredibly important because birds can and have gotten their heads stuck in bar spacing that is just wide enough for them to stick their heads through - this is almost always fatal for the bird.

Choose a cage that is large enough while still having the appropriate bar spacing for your bird. See the guide on the right for recommended bar spacing by species. You may also reach out to your avian vet for their recommendations.

Appropriate bar spacing 14″ – 12″ – finches, canaries 12″ – budgies, lovebirds, parrotlets

Travel Cages/Carriers/Backpacks
Wire/Collapsible Options

Travel Cat Cage for Large Birds , 1.4" bar spacing (AmazonBasics)
This makes a convenient and affordable travel cage for large Macaws and Cockatoos. It folds up like a dog crate, comes with wheels, and takes about 5 minutes to set up one you get to your destination. Install the wire shelves at the center height for best support. Discard plastic shelves. *This is not intended for long-term use as it is not strong enough or large enough, but I've used it for years while on vacation with our Macaw.

ABC Animal & Bird Clinic (Houston area)
Dr. Stephen Fronefield, DVM, DABVP (Avian)
(281) 495-9445
11930 Hwy 6 South
Sugar Land, TX 77498

Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital (Dallas area)
Dr. Sharman Hoppes, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian)
(817) 953-8560
2700 W State Hwy 114
Building 2, Suite 202
Grapevine, TX 76051

Arizona Exotic Animal Hospital
Dr. Stephanie Lamb, DVM, Dipl ABVP (Avian Practice)
623-243-5200

2340 E Beardsley Rd. Ste 100
Phoenix AZ 85024

All About Birds (north of Houston)
281-259-2700
31847 TX-249
Pinehurst, TX 77362

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