A. It has been only recently, however, that the health and management of pet birds has become a real concern of the pet owner.

II. Chances are that most of you have or will own a bird in your lifetime.

A. Before you go out and purchase a bird, you need to know how to find the best place to buy one.

1. You can buy a bird from either a breeder or a good pet store.

I. The first and most important tip to remember about bird buying, is to try to buy from a breeder.

A. To find a breeder in your town, you can look in the local newspaper in the classifieds or you can look on the internet.

1. Looking on the internet is probably more effective because you could also look for breeders in surrounding areas and find the bird for a cheaper price.

a. Also, you can find breeders from other locations that will be able to ship your bird to you.

i. One drawback about that, is the fact that you will not be able to visit the aviary to see the conditio

2. Looking in the local newspaper will be better because you will be able to visit the breeder's home.

8. There should be at least a 72-hour health guarantee on your bird.

7. The employees should also encourage you to buy care books , good healthy food, extra perches, toys, and the largest cage you can afford.

2. A really important thing to remember, is to make sure that the bird is in good health. No one wants to buy an unhealthy bird.

i. If they are not being let out, then they are not being socialized, which means it is not tame.

a. This shows that the bird is let out of its cage to play and interact with people.

a. The store has, and uses, an avian vet that they should happily recommend you and encourage you to go to.

B. Before you look at any birds, make sure that the store is a good pet store.

II. Now you know where to look for a bird and how to spot a good pet store.

d. All cages should have good light.

4. Cages should be large enough for an individual bird to spread its wings at least one direction or have enough room for all birds in the cage to perch with at least the width of one bird between them.

a. They should explain about giving fresh foods and they should give you a list of what

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