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by RedNado130
Mon Dec 17, 2012 7:57 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Hurry! Black or white?! =)
Replies: 11
Views: 4567

Re: Hurry! Black or white?! =)

Aww! He is adorable lmao I have a bunch of toilet paper rolls and the long paper towel rolls saved up! I'm excixted to watch them in action :lol: I just got the cage in today!! I just finished assembling it! I'm pretty happy with it, it's bigger in person that I thought it would be, even after measu...
by RedNado130
Thu Dec 13, 2012 11:28 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Hurry! Black or white?! =)
Replies: 11
Views: 4567

Re: Hurry! Black or white?! =)

Ahh!! That is so funny!! I just bought that same cage last night!! I think it was 34 by 22? If I remember correctly from the top of my head. I can't believe how great of a deal that cage is!! I have the perfect spot for it all ready and everything! I decided against the one that I posted the link to...
by RedNado130
Wed Dec 12, 2012 1:04 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Hurry! Black or white?! =)
Replies: 11
Views: 4567

Re: Hurry! Black or white?! =)

This is the cage that I'm looking at. http://www.overstock.com/Pet-Supplies/Prevue-Pet-Products-Parkway-Wrought-Iron-Bird-Cage-Black-Hammertone/6773686/product.html It's 24X22. Size of cage is actually one reason I'm thinking about going with a different bird (because of budget), but in my mind, I'm...
by RedNado130
Tue Dec 11, 2012 8:56 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!
Replies: 13
Views: 6253

Re: Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!

Oh yes lol I know it's in a birds nature to make noise and to call for mates! I'm not worried about a bird being loud here and there, It's just the level of loudness really. I've visited a few nice pet stores and everytime I've gone the tiels have been so quiet for the most part!! Buuuttt at the sam...
by RedNado130
Tue Dec 11, 2012 8:41 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Hurry! Black or white?! =)
Replies: 11
Views: 4567

Hurry! Black or white?! =)

I'm about to buy my first bird cage (hopefully) tonight and I'm not sure what color would be best? I could use some input from people with personal experience! There are two cages, same size, same bar spacing, same everything... except color! Which do you guys like the best and think is easier to ke...
by RedNado130
Fri Nov 23, 2012 12:56 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!
Replies: 13
Views: 6253

Re: Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!

Can they be that loud! :lol: I have heard conures making quieter sounds, that is why I asked lol I guess I haven't heard the loud ones! Yes, I do want to try to have my bird around as many different people as I can. I birdsat my uncles lovebird for about three months a year or so back, this was back...
by RedNado130
Thu Nov 22, 2012 2:32 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!
Replies: 13
Views: 6253

Re: Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!

Yeah, it's the contact calls and the alarm calls that I'm worried about! I'm lucky to work in a place where my schedule is very flexible, I can take off whatever days I'd like a week before hand. But I can work anywhere from 5 to 9 hours on the days that I do work. My boyfriend works 9 hour days, bu...
by RedNado130
Tue Nov 20, 2012 3:56 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!
Replies: 13
Views: 6253

Re: Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!

I can't believe that bird room!! If I ever have a spare room... :lol:

I'll have to look up those breeds!! I haven't heard too much about them before! I'm going to do that right now :D Thank you!!
by RedNado130
Mon Nov 19, 2012 9:36 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Greetings from Tennessee!
Replies: 1
Views: 979

Re: Greetings from Tennessee!

Aww! It sounds like you are going to have a great home for your lucky bird!! I'm newer here as well and I agree how how helpful everyone here is!!
Welcome!! :D
by RedNado130
Mon Nov 19, 2012 9:29 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!
Replies: 13
Views: 6253

Opinions between IRN's and Cockatiels! I feel so silly!

Ahhh!! I feel like I'm going in circles! I'm getting ready to get my first bird, hopefully this coming spring or earlier, but I just keep changing my mind on what I want! I had my entire heart set on an IRN, and I still do really, but I'm just worried about the noise. I live with my boyfriend, we've...
by RedNado130
Mon Nov 19, 2012 9:17 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Cleaning secondhand cages?
Replies: 5
Views: 1381

Re: Cleaning secondhand cages?

Thanks guys!! Yeah, I was actually wondering that myself, I never did ask why. I was supposed to look at the cage today but the woman never got back to me... again. I've been talking to her every couple of days, it seems like it would take her AGES to get back to me. I asked her the dimensions a goo...
by RedNado130
Wed Nov 14, 2012 5:36 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Cleaning secondhand cages?
Replies: 5
Views: 1381

Re: Cleaning secondhand cages?

I'm definitely going to see what I can find at the pet stores near me! I never really thought to look in stores before now! Thank you!
by RedNado130
Wed Nov 14, 2012 1:52 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Hellow from Queensland
Replies: 2
Views: 879

Re: Hellow from Queensland

Welcome to the forum!
Your IRN sounds like a lovely little escape artist! :lol: I'm so glad you ended up getting Mr.Smith back!
by RedNado130
Wed Nov 14, 2012 1:47 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Question about price and tameness! (Pet store IRNS)
Replies: 7
Views: 2136

Re: Question about price and tameness! (Pet store IRNS)

I appologize for such a late reply! Aww! That little guy is so lucky to have had someone so caring find it!! I'm sure within time it will get much more comfortable! And congrats on your soon-to-come baby!!! That has to be the best feeling in the world! And I bet that the tameness will rub off on the...
by RedNado130
Wed Nov 14, 2012 1:27 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Cleaning secondhand cages?
Replies: 5
Views: 1381

Cleaning secondhand cages?

I was searching around the website, and forgive me if I'm wrong, but I didn't seem to find a post about cleaning used cages. I googled some things but was just wondering how you guys have cleaned any secondhand cages you've bought? I'm going to look at a cage I found on craigslist on monday and if a...
by RedNado130
Wed Nov 07, 2012 6:20 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Black Friday shopping?!
Replies: 0
Views: 848

Black Friday shopping?!

I was just starting to think about all the sales and such that are going to be going on soon! I don't have my own bird just yet, looking to get an IRN around springtime, but I've been gathering up toys and items for a little while now! Bird things can be pretty costly and I was just wondering if any...
by RedNado130
Tue Oct 30, 2012 6:36 pm
Forum: IRN Photo Forum
Topic: Meet Baby Mario (Pics And Vids)
Replies: 5
Views: 2354

Re: Meet Baby Mario (Pics And Vids)

The pictures are so cute!!
BUT THE VIDEO!!! Ahhh!! That is the definition of adorable! Makes me even more excited to have my own baby soon enough!!
Such a little sweetheart! Congratulations and good luck!!
by RedNado130
Tue Oct 30, 2012 6:06 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Any tip about learning my sweetie not to bite ?
Replies: 6
Views: 1843

Re: Any tip about learning my sweetie not to bite ?

I don't have my own IRN or bird just yet, hopefully soon though!
But I just wanted to say how helpful this thread really was!! I'm trying to do all the research and learn about taming and behavior issues, I'm so glad I found this community :D
by RedNado130
Tue Oct 30, 2012 5:52 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Question about price and tameness! (Pet store IRNS)
Replies: 7
Views: 2136

Re: Question about price and tameness! (Pet store IRNS)

I thought it sounded a bit too pricey! That website really helps! Those are much more reasonable in price. Thank you! I found another pet shop not too far from me, they are a lot more focused on birds. I've been emailing the woman for most of today and she said those prices were really high too. She...
by RedNado130
Tue Oct 30, 2012 12:57 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Question about price and tameness! (Pet store IRNS)
Replies: 7
Views: 2136

Re: Question about price and tameness! (Pet store IRNS)

I do feel like it is a little bit high, but I needed a few more opinions! I live in New york, Niagara Falls/Buffalo area. I've been hunting for IRNS for a good 7 months now and haven't been able to find a local breeder. I'm even willing to travel a little bit if I have to! These are the first IRNs t...
by RedNado130
Mon Oct 29, 2012 7:54 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Question about price and tameness! (Pet store IRNS)
Replies: 7
Views: 2136

Question about price and tameness! (Pet store IRNS)

I'm not sure where exactly to post this, so here I am! I have been looking for an IRN for a good 6 months, if not longer, now. A girl at work is looking to get a quaker and we've been talking about birds almost everyday lol Well, she came in to work the other day saying how they local pet store has ...
by RedNado130
Sun Oct 21, 2012 8:36 pm
Forum: IRN Video Forum
Topic: My 1.5 years boy talking
Replies: 4
Views: 3088

Re: My 1.5 years boy talking

Awww! He is so adorable!! You have a great bird there, you've done an amazing job with him =)
by RedNado130
Sat Sep 29, 2012 11:41 am
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Hello from Buffalo NY
Replies: 7
Views: 1541

Re: Hello from Buffalo NY

Hello!! I know this post is a couple of months old but I wanted to ask if you decided on a bird! Also, I'm actually in the Buffalo area as well and was wondering if you've found any IRN's in the area? I've been searching a TON and it doesn't seem that many people have them(I'm worried about getting ...
by RedNado130
Fri Sep 14, 2012 4:08 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Why hello there! Yep... I'm the n00b =P
Replies: 6
Views: 1503

Re: Why hello there! Yep... I'm the n00b =P

You guys are so sweet =) I am taking my time for sure! I'm very anxious, but this isn't something that I'm just letting myself jump in to. Google has been my BFF lately =P But I know for sure that I'm going to be asking a ton of questions here, it's very reassuring that I know a group of people who ...
by RedNado130
Thu Sep 13, 2012 10:27 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Can I see your home made cage or aviary?
Replies: 12
Views: 81701

Re: Can I see your home made cage or aviary?

Those really are awesome! I've never seen a cage like that before, they look some much more homely (homey?) than a wire cage!
by RedNado130
Thu Sep 13, 2012 10:20 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Hello
Replies: 3
Views: 1064

Re: Hello

I'm new as well and I agree that this is an awesome forum! It's been really helpful already!
I'm going to be asking a ton of questions soon too, I'm sure lol
by RedNado130
Thu Sep 13, 2012 10:17 pm
Forum: IRN Photo Forum
Topic: Baby pics for breeding season 2012
Replies: 42
Views: 11346

Re: Baby pics for breeding season 2012

Ahhh!! So precious!!
by RedNado130
Thu Sep 13, 2012 10:04 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Why hello there! Yep... I'm the n00b =P
Replies: 6
Views: 1503

Why hello there! Yep... I'm the n00b =P

I just figured that I would pop on here and say hello! I actually don't own any birds at the moment (Sad day) But I have babysat my Uncles lovebird when he has gone out of town for work for months at at time. About 2 months ago I also found a baby bird, it was on the sidewalk while I was going home ...