Canary breeding can be done for profit or mere enjoyment of the new birds.  If you want to breed your own, there are a few things you need to know.  This article will give you a few tips on breeding canaries.

Diet

Before you try to breed the two, you need to start feeding them a rich diet.  This will help give them more energy for the upcoming egg production and physical activity.  It’s best to feed the birds green vegetables, apples, and boiled eggs.

Fighting

One of the main problems you may experience when canary breeding is fighting.  The male will sometimes clash with the female.  The male’s abuse may even become life-threatening.  Therefore, make sure you keep an eye on things and separate the two if you have to.  You can help prevent fighting by keeping the two birds in adjacent cages until they get used to each other.

Nest

You will need at least one nest for each pair of birds when breeding canaries.  It may be a bit better if you provide two nests.  The nest can be made from materials such as burlap, dryer lint, and shredded paper.  Some birds can be a bit picky.

Eggs

Most hens lay five small blue eggs, while some can produce up to eight.  A week or so after she starts to sit on the eggs, you should hold each one up to a light to check for signs of an embryo.  If the eggs is clear after all this time, you should toss it out.  Make sure that you always wash your hands before handling the eggs.  Harmful substances can rub off of your hands and cause damage to any developing chicks through the egg shell.

These birds are loose in the house and love to hang out with my Steiff Bear and animal collection, and sing along with my CD’s. They especially like the song “Regroovable” by Chris Botti.

Unless you’re going to let your bird fly around the house, you’re going to need a cage.  There are many things you need to consider when buying canary cages.  Two of the main considerations include size and type.  This article will give you a few tips on choosing the right canary bird cages.

Size

Size is one of the most important things to consider.  Canaries are small birds.  This means they can easily fit between the bars of the cage if they are spaced too far in between.  Therefore, make sure you choose a cage with half an inch of spacing at most.

Material

You will also need to think about the material that the canary cages are made from.  Some of the most common choices include wood, plastic and metal.  It’s best to get a metal cage.  Wood and acrylic plastic cages can be difficult to clean, and you always want your bird cage to stay as tidy as possible.

Metal cages are also far more durable.  Stainless steel and powder coated metal are definitely two good options.  However, avoid designs that have thin wire, as they will be less durable.  If you invest in a quality cage, then you likely won’t have to buy another one anytime in the near future.

Shape

Another important consideration when choosing canary bird cages is its shape.  When most people visualize cages, they think of a tall domed shape.  However, canaries like to fly around horizontally instead of vertically.  With this in mind, try to get a design that’s pretty wide.

Feeding your pet canary the proper diet is essential.  Most importantly, it will help him remain healthy.  If you have a male, he will also be happier, so he’ll sing more often.  If you don’t know what to feed him, keep reading.  This article will give you a few tips for feeding your canary the proper diet.

Seed

Seed should be the main part of your canary’s diet.  He can survive on just seed alone, although he should be fed a balanced diet just like humans.  There are many different varieties of canary seed available, so you’ll have various options to choose from. 

Egg

You should also feed your pet canary boiled eggs regularly.  This will help increase his intake of protein.  Feeding eggs mixed with biscuits is especially important if you want to breed your bird. 

Water

It should go without saying that your bird will need water.  It’s best to have fresh water available on a daily basis.  These small birds have a fast metabolism.  If they’re deprived of water for too long, they will quick die of thirst.

Fruits/Veggies

Your pet canary should also be fed fruits and vegetables.  Fruits and vegetables are good for their minerals and vitamins.  Canaries usually like fruits such as grapes and apples.  Popular vegetables include lettuce, watercress, spinach, and corn on the cob.

Snacks

Just like humans, canaries enjoy snacks too.  So, make sure you provide a treat for your buddy every once in a while.  Popular snack choices include millet spray and honey stick.

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