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Right size bird toys for an African Grey Parrot

HI,

I have an African Gray (Timeth).  I would like to know if the medium size Penn Plax Wreath Rope Swing is large enough for him before placing my order.  I don't need anything for the large sized birds, but I want him to be able to fit in it and be able to snuggle while sleeping.

I'd also like your opinion on a couple of the best selling toys for  Grey's.

Thank you for your assistance and I hope to hear from you ASAP.  I would like to get my order in in time for the 15% discount tonight.  I believed I placed one item in my cart prior to midnight, but haven't yet signed in.

Can I use the 15% first time customer discount on these toys?

Thanks!!!
Pam

Dear Pam:

The Large Shaggy Halo is big enough for your African Grey parrot, it is a snuggly fit.

The Super Bird Creations Toy for Parrots - Medium Paper Party Favor Lolly Stick Toy
is fun and practical 

The JungleTalk Foraging Bird Toy for Parrots - Large Pyramid will challenge your bird

We offer an entire category devoted to African Grey parrots- click here

Hope that helps.

and yes you can use coupon code 15 for 15% off  your first order 

20% Off StarBird Parrot Climbing Nets

Every Bird Needs A
StarBird Get-A-Grip Climbing Net

Especially When They're 20% Off
Coupon Code STR (sale ends - 7/23)

Watch a happy Cockatoo play on her climbing net - click here

Cockatoo needs California gray striped sunflower seed

Do you have any California gray striped sunflower seed?  Hard to locate and my bird is a seed junkie and  throws out the black striped. Has been on the gray for almost 20 years.




Yes we keep grey striped sunflower seeds in stock and they can be found here

The Great Big Bird Club List



I love your website and all the information you provide.  Recently I realized you have a list of bird clubs.  When I clicked on the Oklahoma Avicultural Society information, I realized it is outdated.

Since we have bird fairs each March and September, we are always looking for ways to let people know about us.  Please update our information as follows:

Oklahoma Avicultural Society
P.O. Box 580155
Tulsa, OK 74158-0155
(918) 437-3343 (Mary Hill, Publicity)

Thank you in advance, and please, keep up the good work.

Karen

Hi Karen:

Thank you for contacting us

Your bird club listing has been updated - please find all the bird clubs in the country here

 

Which Parrot Travel Carrier for my Blue & Gold Macaw?

I am looking very quickly to purchase a travel carrier for my Blue and Gold Macaw. These are the two cages I am looking at. 



 
  The 603 Fold-away Bird Carrier                      The 611 Bird Carrier on Casters 

 I would really like to speak to someone about these cages and accesories.  I of course like the second one better at this point, but there were no suggestions on perches and feeders.  Will they both fit in the car?  Which is a better suitable cage for a blue and gold.  I just am really confused :)
 


Hi Karen

Thank you for contacting us

The perches and feeders we recommend for either carrier are a large Booda rope perch Easy on the feet for long periods and extra to grab onto while the vehicle is accelerating and decelerating.

2 Prevue Bolt on cups will be fine for a couple of ice cubes and some food
 

Will they both fit in the car? 

Hard to say not knowing what kind of car. That said, if you have a four door family sedan, the 611 is a little tall and the casters may rip the upholstery. The 603 fold-away carrier would be better.

Also remember if you put the 611 in a van or SUV, it's on casters and something must be dome to prevent it from rolling.

Which is a better suitable cage for a blue and gold?

Either portable bird carrier will work. We need to know how you would be using it. For a quick trip to the vet, stick with the 603. Easy in-and-out, no worries about rolling.

If you're taking a road trip and staying at aunt Mabel's on the way, pick the 611. That way when aunt Mabel says "that darn that bird is messy, could you move the cage so I can sweep", you'll have casters to act quickly.

Announcing a new Meetup for Central Ohio Friends of a Feather!

What: COFOAF Cook-Out Swim Party

When: August 23, 2009 1:00 PM

Where:
Jennay's House
1441 Langston Dr
Upper Arlington , OH 43220

It's that time again for all the bird slaves to get together and have a good time! Jennay has offered us her lovely home with a REAL swimming pool (no inflatables here, lol) to have our next Meet-Up. Jennay is a member and the amazing photographer who did the photo shoot at our last Meet-up.

When: August 23 1pm-6pm

Where: Jennay Hitesman house
1441 Langston Dr
Upper Arlington Oh 43220

What to bring: As usual your entry fee is bring a dish, bring your birds, perches, t-stands, harnesses or a travel cage, bring your family to swim, eat, mingle and have fun with the members who make up this fantastic group of bird slaves! We will be discussing a few topics regarding our group. We are also extending an invitation to Dr. Mohan and Dr. Lindstrom, so hopefully they can make it too!


If you've not seen the pictures Jennay took, or would like to still place an order, please visit our Forum - Notices from Organizers - The Photo's Are Up post and click the link to view the photo's. Prices are listed on our forum. To place an order for photo's, do not go through the website, as you will pay full price. By searching Jennay Hitesman under members, you can send her an email directly with your order.

We look forward to seeing everyone so mark your calendars now!!

Learn more here:
http://birds.meetup.com/125/calendar/10882939/

What Material is the Extra Large Macaw Parrot Cage with VictorianTop by Prevue 3155

Could you tell me what this cage is made out of.  Code: 19301101085 Extra Large Macaw Parrot Cage with VictorianTop-Prevue 3155 Price - $650.00 if shipped - $475.00 if picked up from warehouse.  Where is the ware house located at?  Thanks Cindy

The cage is wrought iron with powdercoating. We recently moved and the new warehouse is currently under renovation, but we can bring in a 3155 for you to pick up in 3 business days from you placing your order

Also on the dimensions, does the depth include the seed catcher or is it just the cage it self?  I need to know if I can get it through a door for cleaning.

The cage does not include the dimensions for the seed catchers, figure an additional 10 inches side-to-side and front-to-back.
 
Using the seed catchers is optional, we don't suggest using them, they are just another thing to wash and the birds do manage to toss things beyond the seed catchers anyway.


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Extra Large Macaw Parrot Cage with VictorianTop-Prevue 3155

Do the dimensions stated in the bird cage listings include seed guards?

The listed cage dimensions do not include the dimensions for the seed catchers. In general figure an additional 10 inches side-to-side and front-to-back. Using the seed catchers is optional, we don't suggest using them, they are just another thing to wash and the birds do manage to toss things beyond the seed catchers anyway.

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Review: Great Chewable! Love Bird Bird Toy

5 s  Great Chewable!

This is one of the best chew toy I habe ever gotten for my lovebird (who loves to chew on stuff).  Very colorful, and evidently fun to strip to pieces!!




Great Chewable! Love Bird Bird Toy - Click for more info

Need Lovebird Cage with Certain Features


         HQ 2217C Bird Cage                  HQ 32217C Bird cage                  Marvelous Gable Bird Cage

Hi--I've been searching for a cage for my lovebird--her current cage has feeding dishes that are low the ground; she's been nesting under them, laying too many eggs, and endangering her health.

So I want a cage that's pretty large, has high-up feeding dishes that are accessible from the outside (so she doesn't kill people), and has a removable grate on the bottom.
 
I would also like it to not be bolted to a stand, so that I can put it on a table, be under 50 pounds (or at least not much more than that), and go together with bolts/screws (I've already had to return one pin-and-tube construction cage that was warped in transit and therefore un-assemble-able. And of course it needs to be non-toxic.

It looks to me like this cage on your site fits the bill--Parrot Cage w/ Flat Opening Top - Cart & Shelf HQ 32217C

but before I hit "buy," I wanted to confirm that, and ask if you have any recommendations for other cages in your inventory that would meet those specifications? I am eager to buy ASAP.

Any advice will be much appreciated.

thanks!

--Pat

Hi Pat - you've done your research  - the HQ 3221C would be a good choice

The HQ 2217C is very similar having a  non opening dome top

Lastly please consider the Gable Bird Cage from Marvelous for a really new and contemporary look  

Hope that helps