There are two ways to introduce your birds.You should gradually introduce them over time.You could throw them together in a single cage if they are meant to mate.In either case, make sure the new bird has been checked out by a vet and that you don't disrupt your original bird.
Step 1: For at least 30 days, quark a new bird.
You can't put a new bird in the same cage as your other birds immediately.Quarantine is needed to make sure the bird isn't sick.The new bird should be kept alone in a cage with food, water, toys, and other essentials.The cage should be in a separate room.If you notice signs of illness in the new bird, you should bring it to a vet.During the bicyle period, you can try to tame this bird.The old bird should be taken care of before the new bird in order to keep the birds healthy.
Step 2: Both birds are in separate cages.
You should keep the birds in different cages for at least 30 days for a gradual introduction.If either bird seems stressed, place the cages at a greater distance from each other.
Step 3: Look for signs of stress.
You should try to minimize stress for the birds.Picking at feathers, vocalizing loudly, and flapping its wings aggressively are signs of stress.Take the bird to the vet if you see a problem.
Step 4: Introduce yourself in a neutral room.
Bring your bird into the basement or another room to meet its new friend for the first time if it lives in the living room.Keep these introductions to a minimum of ten minutes.Place the cages in the same room for a short time, then remove them from their separate rooms.
Step 5: When the birds are comfortable, let them play in a common area.
The neutral room is a good place to let the birds out of their cages.Birds can hop and fly around on a playstand.
Step 6: greet your bird first
When entering the room with the new and original bird, you should take both out of their cages for a short time so they can look around the neutral room and observe the other bird.To make sure your original bird doesn't feel like it's being replaced, take it out first.If you want to give your birds treats, first give the original bird one and then the new one.
Step 7: When introducing the birds, remain present.
If the birds are in separate cages, leave the room.Both birds could be stressed out by this.
Step 8: Keep an eye out for potential problems.
If there is conflict between the birds, keep an eye on it.The birds should be put back in their cages for a time-out to deal with the negative behaviors.It is possible to separate your bird from the other bird if it scratches its own feathers or skin.
Step 9: Do not expect the birds to act the same.
Birds have their own quirks and temperaments.One bird might be triggered by certain actions or sounds.One bird might tire quickly playing with another, and need to be put back in its own cage.When choosing how to treat the two birds, keep in mind the differences in personality.
Step 10: Don't force the relationship.
Birds get along well.Others will eventually warm to one another.Birds will never get along.When birds do not get along, don't place them together.
Step 11: Make sure your birds are of different genders.
Larger birds are more likely to be male than smaller birds.If you don't know if your bird is male or female, consult a vet.
Step 12: When introducing the birds to each other, stay in the room.
You should stay present with the birds for at least one day when you introduce them.You can either put the birds in one cage from the beginning or slowly introduce them to each other.If you need to separate them, keep two bird nets and gloves on hand.
Step 13: The birds should be introduced to each other gradually.
The birds should be placed in two separate cages.Next to one another, hang the cages.They will become comfortable with one another after a period of time.Depending on the birds, how long it takes them to get used to one another.Since all birds are different, the rate at which they become comfortable with one another will vary.
Step 14: There are signs that either bird is stressed.
If your bird is stressed due to close proximity to another bird, it might pick its feathers or skin, lose weight or drink too much, peck people who handle it, or pace back and forth on its perch.To determine if your bird is stressed, look for these and other behavioral anomalies.When stress levels have subsided, introduce the mates to each other.Place the cages further apart from each other if the birds show signs of stress.
Step 15: The birds should be in a new cage.
If you don't want to introduce the birds to each other slowly, you can place them together in a single cage.Both birds are unfamiliar with the flight cage.The sense of territoriality that might accompany a bird being introduced to a cage which another bird already identified as its home will be lost because of the confusion of being thrust into a new environment.
Step 16: The birds should not be treated as pets.
Birds might become jealous of each other if you treat them as pets and show affection.It is important to act in a disinterested way towards your birds.Feed and water them the same, but let their interactions take the place of the stimulation you would normally give them.Don't give the birds treats.If you want to give one or both of them a treat, leave it on the floor or perch of the cage.You can interact with them by talking to them or taking them out to teach them tricks.People in your household should stop seeing the birds if they are also attached to them.
Step 17: Analyze your bird.
If your bird does not play well with other birds, don't introduce it to others.The birds could get hurt.If your bird is introduced to another while sitting on your arm or shoulder, you could get hurt as well.
Step 18: It will get a new friend when you tell it.
You can say to your bird, "Soon you will get a new friend," or "Are you excited to meet another bird?" a few days before the introduction.Birds know when something big is about to happen, even if they don't understand English.It's as important to keep your bird informed of situations that concern them as it is to any other member of your family.
Step 19: Allow your bird to watch your preparations.
New equipment is often introduced into the mix when introducing two birds to each other.Let your bird see the new cage if you are moving it into the house.If you say, "This is where the new bird's cage will be," your bird will pay more attention to the cage.A few weeks before the new bird arrives, you should let your bird see the cage.
Step 20: Substitute for the bird in the cage.
Adding a stand-in for the new bird will help your bird understand that it will soon have a friend.It is possible to place a stuffed animal on the perch in the cage or lay a sock similar in color to the bird you will soon be introducing to it.
Step 21: If possible, minimize disruptions to your bird's schedule and lifestyle.
If your bird is taking a bath or having a meal, don't introduce a new bird to it during that time.If you have to move your bird's cage in order to make room for the new bird, do it in advance.
Step 22: The boundaries of the original bird should be respected.
Do not give your old bird's cage to the new bird without changing it.The bird that used to live in it will be jealous if you don't.If your original bird is uncomfortable, do not place a new bird's cage next to it.
Step 23: Don't let your bird get overwhelmed with new experiences.
If you purchase a new bird and cage at the same time, keep the old bird out of view until it is used in the new cage.It may take a few days to a week depending on the bird.
Step 24: It is possible that birds will need to be isolated.
Your bird could get sick if you introduce a new bird to it that has not received shots or been examined for illnesses.Birds from closed aviaries don't need to be kept indoors.Birds that have been checked by a vet before leaving a pet shop do not need to be kept indoors.Follow your vet's instructions to make sure the new bird doesn't introduce any illnesses to your original bird, if you take them to a vet.
Step 25: Go to the vet with your new bird.
You can get directions on how long to quark your new bird from a vet who is familiar with avian illnesses.To find a bird vet near you, use the Association of Avian Veterinarians database.
Step 26: Quarantine your new bird.
You have to keep a new bird with health status you don't know away from a bird you know to be healthy.Depending on the bird, theQuarantine periods last from 30 to 90 days.Before introducing two birds to each other, make sure they have seen a vet recently.If you haven't, put it in a separate cage and room.