If you're a beginner bird owner, be careful choosing your first bird or you may end up with more bird than you can handle. Here's what you need to know about choosing a new bird.
Where to Go
Look for a reputable breeder or bird store that treats its birds well and doesn't look at them as just another part of the inventory. Take a look around. Are the birds healthy looking, lively and well socialized? How does the shop look over all? Is it clean and well kept? How does the owner interact with the birds? Take your clues where you can find them. Don't start seriously considering a new bird until you're sure you're dealing with a reputable source.
What Kind to Choose
When considering what type of bird to choose, think about what you hope to do with your bird. If you hope to handle your bird a lot look for a breed that loves to be cuddled and carried around. There are some breeds that don't like to be handled. Those are a good choice for bird owners who prefer to admire from afar.
Things to Consider
Some of the things you'll want to consider when deciding what type of bird you want are price, how much space it needs, whether you have the time and desire to play with it, how noisy it might be, whether it might be destructive and whether it needs a special diet. Birds are complex, social animals. Take the time to learn about them before you ever set foot in a pet shop.
