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let us know what happens (Laughing out loud) maybe they just had to get it together.

I have heard what pie has said that a female feeding a male can mean a sick male. Let me ask you how old is the male? Is he begging to be fed? He may be not ready to breed and be too young?

any more from our long time members who have tamed budgies? This will really help a lot of new members coming in as this is one of the top questions. Thank you to all who have responded.

I am adding new topics weekly if you see anything that needs to be added let me know. I hope everyone is enjoying the new FAQ and always feel free to direct someone to this section for questions. Still working on taming a new budgies so you can add your comments to that post too :grbud:.

That is just good for one budgie you will need to get another one for 2. When I got my second budgie I went on to e-bay and a aviary style cage (you can see it in the link above for cage set-ups) for 100 US I was very pleased. Many of us on these boards have that cage with either 1 door or 2. Cages in stores are so over priced. If you just purchased it maybe you can take it back and get a bigger one.

I absolutely LOVE that photo I remember it from before you need to add that to Budgie of the Month :grbud:

results? :grbud:

When I introduce Pretty to Merlin it was a gradual process. When quarentine was over these are the steps I took. 1. I first let them out together on top of the cage with complete supervision 2. I kept their cages side by side but not where they could beak fight or pick at each others toes. So about 2 inches apart 3. I then let Merlin go in Pretty's cage during the day supervised only 4. I then let Merlin go in Pretty's cage during the day unsupervised only after I knew that everyone body was settled. 5. After I knew the daytime unsupervised time was okay, I then housed them together. Now not everyone may do what I did but this is why I did this. When I first introduced them Pretty thought Merlin was a girl (he was a boy) and kept trying to jump on his back plus he was very hyper flirting like mad. Merlin kept refusing his coes of love :grbud: and would do a lot of dolphin noises. I moved only to the next step when Merlin was doing so much dolphin "mad" like budgie noises and Pretty settled down. For me it took just a little under 2 weeks. Everyone is different some members can put their budgies in straight away (after quarantine is over) but I could not. So if you having issues try this...

Are you sure the dimensions are right, do you have a picture of it maybe I am interpreting it wrong? Here is information on a single budgie cage from our FAQ. Your lengh is good but the other dimensions come up short. Square or rectangular cages are best as they provide the most usable space for the budgie and make arranging the perches in a suitable way easier. Budgies prefer being at the very top of their cage, tall cages ultimately provide a much smaller amount of space. In a wide cage, your budgie will make use of the entire space as they fly horizontally (from left to right) not straight up and down. Flat top cages provide a good place for your budgie to play when he/she is outside of the cage; playgyms, stands and baths can be placed on top. Always buy the largest cage you can afford as budgies need a lot of space to play and stretch their wings, especially if they have to be in their cage for most of the day. 18"x18"x18" is a good size for a single budgie. You can also read Minimum cage size for one budgie. If you are going to get a 2nd budgie in the future considering a bigger cage would be wise. Do know that you will need to quarantine any added budgies so having a smaller cage just for quarantine is advised. In case one of your budgies get's sick this would also be ideal for a hospital cage to quarantine your sick budgie. If you buy a cage that is smaller than this it will be difficult to fit an adequate amount of varied perches and toys in the cage and your budgie may become bored which could lead to health problems. When purchasing a budgie cage, make sure that the bar spacing is no more than 1/2 inch. Anything larger could be enough for your bird to get his/her head stuck (causing injury or even death) or even escape

That is just about the limit for 1 budgie and really 1 budgie needs more room. If you decided to purchase another bird you will need a much bigger cage and you can keep that one for quarentine. Go here to see members cages and you can get ideas :grbud: http://forums.budgiebreeders.asn.au/faqs/i...=132&artlang=en

Do all that stuff and then give him millet therefore you can help with the evil to the good mommy . He will come around and before you know it he won't shut up :grbud:

I agree take him to the avian vet for another check-up to ensure his health is okay.

they looks wonderful

Honestly in my experience very slim, when Pretty started talking I got Merlin and he completely stopped. It is best if you can really bond with 1 first, get them to talk very well and then you have a better chance. I am sure there are expections. Una had Apple but she took care of him at a very young age and he talked and taught the others to talk. But I believe Apple is expectional :grbud:. I am not sure if Bea's Blink is still talking after Oz was introduced and the other buddies he has now . You will have to ask her. Here is Pretty talking http://s33.photobucket.com/albums/d51/elly...nt=100_1493.flv "Pretty did learn how to talk listen closely"

They are together now Karen, I am so sorry sweetie :grbud: be in peace little budgies and fly free and say hi to Pretty for me.

Very cute, Merlin is starting to come around with his toys just yesterday he was banging his bell and flirting with it. The first time since Pretty passed away :grbud:

Pretty talked and I didn't do anything special but talk to him daily and repeat the same words over and over. Here is he talking http://s33.photobucket.com/albums/d51/elly...nt=100_1493.flv I can tell you though when I got Merlin the 2nd budgie he did stop talking completely. We will see if Merlin will mimic now since he is flying solo since Pretty passed away 7 weeks ago.

What are the full dimensions? Length and height?

excellent We have a great article in the FAQ section about Purchasing from a Breeder and a Pet Store you might want to read up on so you find the best place.

hugs, I am glad she is letting you take care of her where they sick then?

awe Kaz I am so sorry, who went to Rainbow Bridge?

They can be a single factor meaning they are carrying 1 dominant gene or a double factor meaning they are carrying 2 double factor genes. x is the gene that is carrying the mutation xx is a boy, they need 2 sex linked genes of the same type to be visble. Which means they need to get an x from the hen and an x from the male of the same mutation say abino to show the mutation to our eyes. xy is a girl, they only need one sex linked gene for the mutation to be visible. y doesn't carry any genes and doesn't mask any genes it simply makes a female a female in budgies (not humans)

Welcome to our forums, honestly there are tips all over the forum and check out our FAQ for general tips, to health to diet ideas. There is so much to learn about budgies and everyday I learn something more. I would enjoy seeing a picture of your budgie. What is his or her name?

they look very nice Hommer, big and healthy.

Reading up on this horrible disease, I believe you made the best decision in your position. I know personally I am not disappointed in you. My heart goes out to you because making that decision was very tough but you thought about the birds and others first. ((hugs))