I want to get a pet bird. What kind makes for the best pet?
I want to get a pet bird. What kind makes for the best pet?
user
A good pet is an animal who is not treated as a commodity, so I recommend choosing one who is taken care of for its entire life. There are many factors to consider when choosing a pet, including factors specific to bird species, so you may need to research them individually, but I’ll try to help with the basics.
assistant
So which types of birds should I consider?
user
There are several, but the ones that are least expensive are common cockatiels. They are cute and social, although you may have to invest time into learning how to take care of them and their cage. More social and exotic birds like lorikeets and budgerigars can be good companions if you’re willing to put in the time, and if they are old enough to understand English. Their cages also take a lot of work, especially if they’re flown in, and their social behavior may not be very enjoyable, unless you can handle them perfectly.
assistant
What about parrots?
user
One of the hardest things about parrots is that they tend to be unfriendly, and even a small bird can be extremely loud and disruptive if they can’t be tamed.  It is best to be cautious with them, since they can have a lifespan up to 30 years, which may make them challenging if you want to rehome them later.
assistant
What's the easiest type to take care of?
user