Accommodating a caged bird.
I just bought another new cage for Chica... this makes it the 8th cage I've had for her in the 9yrs since getting her. Back when my knowledge of macaw behavior was novice, and my budget was limited my first few cages were used, freebees, or in relatively piss-poor shape lasting less than a year before succumbing to wear and tear. "You get what you pay for" definitely holds true for large bird cages. Other cages I've bought ended up getting replaced when they proved to be too small for her comfort, or when changes in my lifestyle or living situation required downsizing to make up for space. In all this fighting with cages, trying to find the right fit, and having tried so many different shapes and models I've grown to learn a lot about what makes a suitable habit for a bird, and what to look for in a cage. As a result, I've come to a few conclusions: Most used cages just aren't worth the "savings" - especially if they're not a good quality br...
