Read About Cockatoo Pricing

Cockatoo Pricing can vary depending upon many factors. Here's everything you need to know about it.

How to Cockatoo Pricing

1. The Facts:

   Cockatoo pricing can vary from region to region, breeder to breeder and whether you purchased from a pet store or from a breeder. The price can also vary depending upon the age of the bird you acquire.

2. Supplies:

   Some of the supplies that would be necessary when purchasing a cockatoo would be, a cage or an aviary that is large enough to accommodate this large breed of bird. Also necessary would be food and water bowls or dispensers and perches for your bird to rest on. Some of the items that are also helpful would be toys to entertain your bird and treats for rewarding good behavior.

3. What to Do:

   When looking to purchase a cockatoo for your family, be sure that you are aware of all of the needs that you will need to fulfill to raise a healthy cockatoo. There are many breeders and pet stores that have cockatoos available for purchase. Therefore, it would be to your benefit to compare the prices and quality of birds from all sources.

4. Special Considerations:

   Most breeders charge less for a bird that has not been fully weaned. They will usually offer a discount of up to fifty or sixty percent of their normal price of a fully weaned bird. Be aware that purchasing a bird that has not been fully weaned will require you to hand feed every two hours. This also requires a special diet. So for those who are not able to feed every two hours, you may find the higher price worth it to purchase a bird that has already been weaned.

5. Other Tips:

   It is always a good idea to visit a breeder or pet store in person to verify the conditions under which a bird has been raised. Also, be sure to ask the breeder about the bird's health and disposition when inquiring about a cockatoo. It is always advisable whenever you purchase or acquire a new pet to get a complete health screening done by your veterinarian.

6. Expense:

   While the actual price of any single cockatoo can vary from breeder to breeder or whether you get a bird that has been weaned or not, you can expect to pay anywhere from $2,000 to $4,000 for a fully weaned cockatoo. Most breeders will offer a discount up to sixty percent for a bird that has not been weaned depending on the age at which you acquire it.