Is a cockatiel a good pet?
user
A cockatiel is a very interesting pet, but it’s a little bit too high-maintenance for me. I’d recommend a more low-maintenance pet like a cat or a fish.
assistant
Why are they high maintenance?
user
They’re beautiful birds, but they don’t really require too much care.  If you want something really low maintenance, you should get a turtle.
assistant
Is a cockatiel a good pet?
user
A cockatiel is a very interesting pet, but it’s a little bit too high-maintenance for me. I’d recommend a more low-maintenance pet like a cat or a fish.
assistant
Why are they high maintenance?
user
They have to be handled very gently and only about 15-20 minutes a day. They get sick a lot, and need to be handfed. They can get psychological problems like excessive scratching or biting. They also tend to chew on a lot of things, and it can be hard to stop them from eating wires.
assistant
Is a cockatiel a good pet?