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Finches
Care Checklist

Finches are wonderful pets for the busy lifestyles of today. Like fish, they are quiet, easily cared for, and very social among themselves.
Finches are beautiful birds that prosper from social interaction with each other. Therefore, it is advisable to aquire them in pairs.
As with most pets, there are many products available today for enhancement of the health of your finches. The suggestions below may serve as a guide for the
first time owner.
_____ Housing
The cage should be in place before the finch arrives. Finches depend on flight as their source of exercise, therefore, the cage should be large enough to permit it. Ask your
sales person for the design best suited to your finches. Flight cages are also very desirable for one or more pairs
of finches.
_____ Cage Paper
Cage papers are available in a variety of sizes which are pre-cut to fit your
cage.

_____ Perches
Several perches wide enough so that the toes do not wrap around each other, but not so wide that the bird cannot get his feet 1/2 of the way around, is a good guideline when selecting
appropriate perches.
_____ Cage Covers
Dark and quiet contribute to a good night's rest for your finches. A cage cover is also effective
when trying to calm your bird as well.
_____ Toys
Toys and mirrors are a source of amusement and exercise for your finches.
Swings are especially desirable.
_____ Food
There are several good brands of foods found in Petland Discounts. Ask your sales person for the brand and mixture best
suited for your birds.
_____ Treats
There are several brands and types of fruit and nut treats that will give your finches some
variety in their diet.

_____ Vitamins
These vitamins supplement the needs of birds, and are especially valuable to older or breeding birds for
optimum health.
_____ Minerals
Cuttlebone is essential to the health of a bird. Calcium is especially important for bone formation as
well as molting.
_____ Perch Covers
Perch covers are made of sand paper and serve as prevention of claw and beak overgrowth. It is recommended to
only place covers on one perch.
_____ Books
There are several books about finches that can give good insight into the species of finch you
have selected.

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