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My bird doesnt exactly have a cage; he gets to fly whenever and wherever. I also have school, what do I do?

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You could buy a cage to keep it in while you're away. Another option is to hire a pet sitter.

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Would a cat attack a pigeon?

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It depends on the personality of the cat and whether or not it grew up with the pigeon. Always be very cautious when allowing birds and cats to interact with one another. Cats are predators and birds are prey.

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I keep my pigeons outside and they can fly out of there cage any time they want. What should I do with the cat, dog, horse, and the other two cats while my pigeons are out of the cage?

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The dog and horse will not bother your pigeons so you do not have to worry about them. The cats will need to be kept away from your pigeons as they could harm your pigeons. Try to keep your cats indoors.

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If I adopt a kitten will it over time become friends with my bird?

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Kittens that grow up around birds are less likely to attack a bird, but even when trained to be friendly around birds, the hunter instinct in the cat's blood just can't be removed, especially when around smaller, bite sized birds. Always monitor your cat when around your bird and check for signs of aggressive behavior.

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Is there a clear barrier I can use in large bird cage?

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Plexiglass, thick, hard plastic, and other materials like that will work well. You should be able to cut those to size.

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Would a small tunnel made of hay work as a hiding spot for a small bird (like a parakeet, or lovebird)?

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Yes, it would initially. But the bird will chew it, and there will be mess all over the floor!

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Will a cat attack a cockatoo if the cat was introduced to the bird as a kitten?

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It all depends on how they get along. You can't really just introduce them and expect that they will get along right away. You have to train the cat. You need to introduce them slowly, carefully, and it is recommended to start with the bird in the cage so that it is safe, just in case. You also need to make sure that the bird has their flight feathers. Without the flight feathers, the bird cannot fly away if something goes wrong. Finally, never leave them alone together, always be present if they are near each other without the cage for safety.

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