Sorry I'm new here what does "bump" mean?
I know I am allergic to dust but not sure if I am allergic to birds, that's why I am getting a test done. I actually have fish already, my kids keep asking me if they can get a pet bird so I decided if I am not allergic to birds I will get either finch or canary for them. I think the smaller bird the better for us. Thanks for replying
Oh ok good, I didn't think they were powder down birds like parrots, but I was just making sure. Also, if I get a canary can I only get one or do they need to be kept in pairs?With society finches you’ll want more than one . “Society” finches!
Compared to almost any bigger bird they aren’t dusty. However: you will have some dust, dirt, etc. having just one pair of birds, changing papers daily, and using a small vacuum should keep allergies in check.
Even if I am home most of the time and able to spend time with him? Just asking because I know of some people who own a single parakeet but they are always home.
Many canary owners have just one. They supposedly don't like the company of others. If you get a male (only the males sing) you'd have to keep him separate anyway. If you get a hen they make little chirps - I actually like my hens.
Oh ok thanks for the info, I was thinking maybe a female canary would be better since we are going to be moving into an apartment...I was a little concerned about the noise of a male singing all day
Is there any way to tell the difference between a male and female canary just by looking at them? I have a pet store close by that sells canaries. How would I tell if it is a male or female? Last time I went there they had this adorable canary there and it was sitting in a nest, but I have no idea if it was a male or female.
Maybe 10 years.
Not really you’d have to hear it sing. Although I’m thinking the big box stores specify which one they have, maybe there’s a price difference.
