TRAVEL
TRAVEL CAGES
Travel cages are very important to have, almost as important as their regular cage. It's their little house when they are out with you. When looking for a travel cage make sure it has a place for food and water and that it's the right size for your parrot, you don't want them to be squished.
There are many different styles of travel cages out there, (see pictures below) but when we were looking to buy one we did a lot of research on what's the best and we decided on the Celltei Pak-O-Bird. It's very high quality and makes transport of our parrots easy and comfortable. It's made with either a nylon mesh for parrots that don't chew a lot or a stainless steel mesh for big chewers. No matter your parrot's chewing habits I would opt for the stainless steel mesh, that way if you get another parrot you're set for if it's a chewer. It's worth the extra cost!
I love that it comes in sizes for every parrot and it comes with a shoulder strap and backpack straps, also comes with a natural wood perch, a place for food dishes (and comes with food dishes) and a place for a water bottle!
Plus there are many other accessories you can get with it. (Tail pouch, monograming, fleece cover, stroller, etc..)
I would recommend this travel pack, but don't take my word for it, I encourage you to do your own research to decide what the best travel cage is for you and your parrot. Believe it or not, you will actually use a travel cage a lot, from taking your parrot to the vet, going hiking, just for a walk, traveling, visiting friends, etc...
We also opted for the Poquito Avian Hotel (shown below) to use as a small cage if we're staying over night somewhere. I use this small cage a lot for taking Hilo and Hana outside while I'm in the garden or we just want to sit on the porch and enjoy the sun.
Celltei
King's Cages
There are many different styles of travel cages out there, (see pictures below) but when we were looking to buy one we did a lot of research on what's the best and we decided on the Celltei Pak-O-Bird. It's very high quality and makes transport of our parrots easy and comfortable. It's made with either a nylon mesh for parrots that don't chew a lot or a stainless steel mesh for big chewers. No matter your parrot's chewing habits I would opt for the stainless steel mesh, that way if you get another parrot you're set for if it's a chewer. It's worth the extra cost!
I love that it comes in sizes for every parrot and it comes with a shoulder strap and backpack straps, also comes with a natural wood perch, a place for food dishes (and comes with food dishes) and a place for a water bottle!
Plus there are many other accessories you can get with it. (Tail pouch, monograming, fleece cover, stroller, etc..)
I would recommend this travel pack, but don't take my word for it, I encourage you to do your own research to decide what the best travel cage is for you and your parrot. Believe it or not, you will actually use a travel cage a lot, from taking your parrot to the vet, going hiking, just for a walk, traveling, visiting friends, etc...
We also opted for the Poquito Avian Hotel (shown below) to use as a small cage if we're staying over night somewhere. I use this small cage a lot for taking Hilo and Hana outside while I'm in the garden or we just want to sit on the porch and enjoy the sun.
Celltei
King's Cages
VACATIONING
Vacationing with your parrot can be an enjoyable experience, but you need to do a little work and planning before you're ready for a relaxing getaway.
Find out if there are avian vets in the area you will be vacationing in case of emergency.
Make sure your parrot is okay riding in the car and that their travel cage is comfortable and safe for them.
If your parrot is unsure about traveling in the car, take them on small drives to get them accustomed to riding in the car.
If you will be traveling by bus, train or plane, call ahead for pricing and restrictions for traveling with parrots.
Some airlines will allow parrots to ride in the cabin with you, but call ahead for size requirements.
Keep in mind that travel by bus, train or plane may not always accommodate pets so always call ahead.
PACKING
Make sure to bring:
Plenty of toys, snuggle hut
Couple gallons of bottled water
Plenty of food
Avian first aid kit
Cuttlebones, mineral blocks
Fresh fruit and veggies
Cooler to keep refrigerated food fresh
Cutting board and knife
Small cage for when you're at the hotel or place you'll be staying
Cleaning supplies
Any medical records and/or medications
Towels & cage liners
Spray bottle
Proof of ownership
Anything that your parrot will need to feel at home
HOTELS
Some hotels allow pets to stay as guests. Although some hotels allow pets not all allow parrots.
Make sure to call and make reservations in advance to be sure your parrot will be a welcome guest. You may need to pay extra per day for pets, so be sure to ask about rates and any hidden charges.
When you are at a hotel make sure to clean up after your parrot. We all want the experience to be a positive one, so if you clean up after your parrot and leave little to no mess for housekeeping, then hotels will continue to allow parrots to be guests. Also make sure to leave a tip for the housekeeping staff.
Clean the room for your parrots. Hotels use nasty chemicals when cleaning the rooms. Bring your own natural cleaners to make the hotel room a welcome space for your parrot. Request a Non smokers room so there won't be a heavy smoke smell in the room, which is toxic for your parrot.
We like to keep the 'do not disturb' sign up that way housekeepers won't come in and disturb the parrots.
Check here for a list of pet friendly hotels.
Pet Friendly Hotels
Pets Welcome
CAMPGROUNDS
Most campgrounds allow pets, so remember the dangers this could pose.
Dogs, cats and other predators may be present so always keep a watchful eye out.
Tent camping is not the best option. There are too many risks for your parrot when staying in a tent. Dropping temperatures, predators, heavy winds, storms, etc...
It's better to stay in an RV or cabin when taking your parrots camping with you.
Find out if there are avian vets in the area you will be vacationing in case of emergency.
Make sure your parrot is okay riding in the car and that their travel cage is comfortable and safe for them.
If your parrot is unsure about traveling in the car, take them on small drives to get them accustomed to riding in the car.
If you will be traveling by bus, train or plane, call ahead for pricing and restrictions for traveling with parrots.
Some airlines will allow parrots to ride in the cabin with you, but call ahead for size requirements.
Keep in mind that travel by bus, train or plane may not always accommodate pets so always call ahead.
PACKING
Make sure to bring:
Plenty of toys, snuggle hut
Couple gallons of bottled water
Plenty of food
Avian first aid kit
Cuttlebones, mineral blocks
Fresh fruit and veggies
Cooler to keep refrigerated food fresh
Cutting board and knife
Small cage for when you're at the hotel or place you'll be staying
Cleaning supplies
Any medical records and/or medications
Towels & cage liners
Spray bottle
Proof of ownership
Anything that your parrot will need to feel at home
HOTELS
Some hotels allow pets to stay as guests. Although some hotels allow pets not all allow parrots.
Make sure to call and make reservations in advance to be sure your parrot will be a welcome guest. You may need to pay extra per day for pets, so be sure to ask about rates and any hidden charges.
When you are at a hotel make sure to clean up after your parrot. We all want the experience to be a positive one, so if you clean up after your parrot and leave little to no mess for housekeeping, then hotels will continue to allow parrots to be guests. Also make sure to leave a tip for the housekeeping staff.
Clean the room for your parrots. Hotels use nasty chemicals when cleaning the rooms. Bring your own natural cleaners to make the hotel room a welcome space for your parrot. Request a Non smokers room so there won't be a heavy smoke smell in the room, which is toxic for your parrot.
We like to keep the 'do not disturb' sign up that way housekeepers won't come in and disturb the parrots.
Check here for a list of pet friendly hotels.
Pet Friendly Hotels
Pets Welcome
CAMPGROUNDS
Most campgrounds allow pets, so remember the dangers this could pose.
Dogs, cats and other predators may be present so always keep a watchful eye out.
Tent camping is not the best option. There are too many risks for your parrot when staying in a tent. Dropping temperatures, predators, heavy winds, storms, etc...
It's better to stay in an RV or cabin when taking your parrots camping with you.
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