4 MOST FRIENDLY PET BIRDS SPECIES

Have you ever thought of keeping a bird as a pet? So what can it be? Keeping birds as pets is quite common in the west. The population of indoor birds in the UK was estimated to total 1.3 million. It’s no surprise that many people want a pet bird that is friendly, gentle, and well-suited to being a companion.

These traits are even more important for people with limited pet bird experience. Instead, some bird parents may find that the pet bird they’ve chosen is too noisy or time-consuming for their lifestyle. Then they get frustrated and give the birds away.

That’s why it’s so important you get the best pet bird for you.

PARAKEET

It’s easy to see why more than 25 percent of bird parents keep some type of parakeet as pets, the most popular is the budgerigar or budgie. And no wonder — they’re silly, sweet birds with big personalities that vary from bird to bird.

Pet parents also like their small stature, low noise level, and easygoing nature. The lineolate parakeet is even more easygoing and friendly (also known as a line, barred parakeet, or Catherine parakeet).

If you love the idea of a playful bird and can learn new tricks, consider parakeets as pets. Parakeet lifespan ranges from 10 to 15 years.

COCKATIELS

Affectionate, spirited, and curious, cockatiels rank just behind parakeets when it comes to the best birds as pets. These pint-size parrots are members of the cockatoo family (also known as miniature cockatoos, weirdos, and quarrions). They and their sunny, easygoing personalities score points with their parents.

If handled young and properly trained and socialized, you can expect everything from whistles to kisses. (Yes, they can be quite vocal, but how fun!). Sounds for cockatiels are a way of them expressing feelings

CANARIES

Canaries are cheerful, good-natured songsters who require low-key TLC. While they typically don’t like to be handled, keeping your canary’s cage in a room where you hang out will make them happy. This is one reason why they are one of the best birds to have as pets.

The canaries are curious and investigate anything new in their environment, so provide plenty of stimulation with toys and perches. Gloster Canaries are small birds that are bred for their shape instead of their colors or songs.

AFRICAN GREYS

Of all the birds who can talk, the African greys talking are sweetest, which attracts people to bring one into their home. Besides its talking ability, this medium-size parrot is super intelligent, charming, and sociable, making it one of the best parrots for pets.

Because they’re so smart, African greys need plenty of mental stimulation. A bored African grey can be trouble waiting to happen. That said, most will do best with a friendly

A vet can play an important role in your bird’s life, no matter which attracts board-certified bird breeds you add to your family. Ideally, you want to pick a veterinarian who has shown a strong interest in learning about birds and who is board-certified in avian medicine.

After you’ve adopted your ideal pet bird, be sure to take your new friend to the vet as soon as possible for tests to check the health of your bird.