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All which the canaries need :

The cage

The cage must be of rather large size so that the canary can extend its wings. And not make them numb. The ideal cage for a couple must be 1 m length, 60 cms broad and 80 top. They are however too small for the canaries of posture.

The form of the cage

The form must be preferably rectangular. And it is absolutely necessary to avoid the round cages. Because the birds smell themselves disorientated and end there up becoming insane.

The bars of the cage

The bars can be vertical or horizontal. Or in the form of grid which one finds in the stores of do-it-yourself with squares of 13 mms by 13 mms. Evit however painted grids because certain paintings release from the harmful toxic vapor to the birds. A high drawer mustpaper the bottom of the cage. In order to be able to change the litter easily (made up of sand or special litter canaries). It will be preferable that it is out of plastic in order to facilitate cleaning of it. The hygiene of the cage and the accessories is of primary importance. The latter must be of a cleanliness meticulous person. It is the only way so that dirtiness is not placed in the corners of the cage and facilitates the proliferation of certain parasites and virus.

The equipment of the cage

the perches should be neither too large nor toosmall. A diameter of 1 cm is suitable. The perches out of natural wooden are ideal but they should be often cleaned to avoid the infections on the level of the legs. However the perches which one finds in the trade are also appropriate. But they have the disadvantage of being fixed. Indeed the canary prefers to make its gymnastics on unstable supports and varied forms.

The mangers must be rather large and must avoid the wasting of seeds. The seed slot-machines are well but it is necessary to pay attention to the purchase because some can remain the full without the seeds running out. Thus canaries can die of hunger in front of full mangers. The hygiene of the mangers is it also paramount, especially of those of perishable food. My consulting is to change and disinfect these last every two days.

The feeding troughs or fountain

The feeding troughs or fountains must them also be rather large and water must be changed there all days. This is i order to avoid the formation of microscopic seaweed due to the light. Which could make your birds sick :

The ground of the cage

The gravel and the crushed shells bring to the birdsall rock salt and of calcium. Present in their in troughs intended exclusively for this use.

Sand papering the ground of the cage can is to be bought in store (costs very much). But if you have a little time I suggest you the stream sand (the Loire for example). Which you will filter there after. This last must be changed every week and the bottom of cage cleaned before with a disinfectant which you will find in the trade. Privilege one disinfecting of cage with diluting in water. They are very effective and do much use..

The cuttlebone or the stones limestones are essential to the canary so that it can make its nozzle more cut. And to also take the calcium which it needs. The cuttlebone is of primary importance for the female for the period of the loves and of laying. Calcium brought facilitates the formation of egg and consolidates the shell.

The bath-tub is the paramount tool. You will choose preferably a model which is placed outside the cage and which avoids the inopportune splashes. You will however avoid putting it for the periods of moult. Because this can have disastrous consequences on the future plumage of the bird.

But of course if you have place the luxury is an aviary. You can is to choose inside a fixed aviary. Which is ideal so that the young canaries start to learn how to fly. But there are also birdcages on casters which can move interior towards outside. The great of course luxury, for the hot periods of the summer. It is the large birdcage of outside, you will see your canaries playing about there. And their song will be all the more beautiful.

Life with canaries

To live in the medium of the canaries: – the ideal site of the cage or the birdcage is in a calm place. With the shelter of the draughts and disturbances and in a sunny place longest possible. The cage must be sufficiently in height to prevent that predators as the domestic cats do not come to disturb their peace. The parts where one smokes much and the vapor of kitchen are to be avoided. Put preferably in your stay for the cage or your garage for the birdcage. The exposure South-eastern East is to be privileged.

The flight in freedom

The flight in freedom is advised by the breeders. Because it puts in confidence the birds and they will be accustomed all the more quickly to you. Moreover birds in general are animals which enormously need exercise. My advice, of course if you have the means of them is to have a part only for them. And to let them steal inside at least once per week.

A varied feeding :

A varied feeding : in addition to seeds the canaries require greenery (salad,dandelion…). Fruits (apples, pears, melon…) but also of the vegetables (carrots, potato cooked withwater, cucumber…). They are also fond of delicacies hard-boiled eggs with their shell. And like much mash with egg at the time of the breeding of the young canaries. They are as fond of delicacies seeds as you will have taken care to make germinate in a cup envisaged for this purpose. The drink water must be changed all the days. And you can add to it some drops of a vitaminized complex which one finds in pharmacy or the great surface (Vitavia for example).

Hygiene of the cage

Hygiene of the cage : as you have could to notice it. The latter is essential , if you think of not having enough time to devote to it. Do not take birds please, it will be better at a free person and having time in front of her. The cage must be supplied in nourished all the days but it must be washed at least one time per week. It is a minimum for the good health of birds. You will wash the elements of this last preferably with hot watter, You can also find special cage desinfectants in shops.

Body care :

Body care : when you realize that the nails of the birds are too long, cut theirs. But attention with the central vein. In the event of bleeding, use a haemostatic stick as those which the men employ in the event of cut of razor. You must have a nail which does not exceed the quadrant.

Also treat your canaries with a powder against the lice and the accarians. Which you will find in the trade. This powder will be used especially for the periods of incubation and of moult. Because the lice like heat, this will avoid you many vexations.