What You Need to Know Before Choosing Finches as Pets

Caring for finches as pets is very rewarding.
These birds are both charming and lovable. Take
note that it's better to buy domesticated birds
than their wild counterparts because wild birds
may have diseases and they won't be able long
survive in captivity.

Zebra and society finches as pets

The best choice for domesticated finches are
zebra finches and society finches. They don't
need that much and they are easier to care for
compared to other breeds. However, it's best to
keep them with their own breed, especially when
keeping finches as pets. Don't pair them with
other breeds if you want them to achieve a
harmonious living environment.

Zebra finches could withstand different
climates and temperature changes. However,
owners should still keep them in a balanced
environment, something that's not too cold, too
hot or too humid.

When caring for finches as pets, place their
cage in a safe environment. Don't hang cages or
build an aviary in a locale where predators
could easily reach them. Cats, for example, have
to be trained to stay away from the cage. As the
owner, it's your responsibility to keep your
birds safe from any danger.

How to take care of finches as pets

Taking care of society finches is simple because
they're naturally friendly. However, such a
friendly nature could cause you problems in the
future. In case you want them to mate or breed,
then you should only keep two pairs to avoid
distractions. These finches have a tendency to
stick together and become excessively friendly,
causing them to forget their eggs. It is
recommended to give them enough flying space as
well. More importantly, you should keep their
cage clean and give them fresh water. Children
really love keeping finches as pets because they
love watching the birds play with water.

Gouldian finches as pets

Gouldian finch is a rare breed of finches that
originated from Australia. They're delicate and
they need more attention compared to other
breeds. Keeping gouldian finches as pets isn't
advisable for beginners, especially because they
need a specific diet for them to survive. Even
though they're delicate, the Gouldian is one of
the most striking and beautiful breed.

As an owner, you should keep in mind that
Gouldian finches are more difficult to breed and
care for. If you don't have that much time to
care for them, then it's recommended that you
choose a different breed. However, if you have
the passion to take care of them, then why not?

Your best bet is to get finches as pets in
pairs, never buy just one bird because they'll
live better when they have company. Just be sure
to provide them with enough space to fly. Once
they lay eggs, they might have eight or more
chicks. Therefore, you must be prepared to
provide them with a different cage or a larger
space. In case you can't take care of them
anymore, you should find some who can.

In general, it's not that hard to keep finches
as pets. Most of them don't need a lot of
attention. Give them food and a clean shelter
and they'll be okay. Certain varieties don't
need a lot of holding and isn't very dependent
on interacting with humans but they could still
give you that feeling of getting rewarded.

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Michael Stanford is an expert on finches. For
more info on finches pets, visit
http://www.keepingfinchesguide.com

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