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Pet Forum / Birds / Parrots / July 2008Can I leave cage uncovered for days
Hi- We have a cockatiel - we put a cover over his cage each night from about 7am - 7pm. We're going to be out of town for about 4 days....is ok to leave his cage uncovered during the span. I wouldn't think it'd be a prob...but the mrs. wanted to know. Thanks > Hi- > [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > > Thanks Yes, it's ok to leave the cage uncovered, but it is definately NOT a good idea to leave the bird unattended for that long. Birds in general, and Tiels in particular, are very social, especially at meals. If taking him with you is not an option, then I suggest you have a trusted friend or relative check on your little buddy for about an hour or two each day, minimum, or longer if possible. All they really have to do is make sure the food and water dishes stay clean and full, and talk to him, so he doesn't get too lonely. Stress and depression are much easier to prevent than to treat. This is probably a few months too late, but I agree that it's not good to leave the bird alone for some days. I got a second cockatiel so my first would not be so dependent on me, but even then I have someone come in twice a day when I am away and ideally let the birds out to fly and hang out in addition to attending to the water and food. > > [quoted text clipped - 22 lines] > > |
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