Pet owls are a popular choice for new bird owners. If you’re thinking about getting your very first pet owl, check out the following article for everything you need to know about caring for them and keeping them happy! Pet owls cost between $500 and $2,000 depending on the breeder, the sex of the owl, whether it is male or female and whether it comes with its own cage or not. Prices vary depending on where you live as well as local laws.
These birds are nocturnal so you will generally only see them at night. They have glossy feathers that shimmer in sunlight and their eyes have a vertical slit pupil rather than a circular one like other birds. Most pet owls are descended from barn owls hence the name. These birds can be trained to be hand-fed or bottle-fed if necessary so many breeders sell their offspring with instructions on how to care for it once they are released into the wild or back into their original aviary with other animals if they prefer not to live with humans as adults.
Are Owls Expensive To Own?
The cost of owning a pet owl is not too expensive as long as you’re willing to invest in their care and maintenance. Pet owls are also quite entertaining for children so it can be an excellent choice for families with kids.
You don’t need to spend a lot of money on food or toys but water should always be provided. Bathing the bird is essential for the health and happiness of your pet owl. The average lifespan of a pet owl is about 20 years.
Do Owls Need a Cage?
Pet owls are not social creatures and do not live well in captivity. If you have a large area of your home that can accommodate a cage, then yes, they will need one. Otherwise, try finding the largest cage you can find that still has plenty of space for perching or climbing.
Owls don’t require much room to live so if you don’t want them to get bored and restless, limit their time indoors to no longer than 12 hours and make sure they have plenty of toys, playtime and places to hide. They like high spaces to perch in so provide lots of nooks and crannies for them to choose from.
What To Feed an Owl?
Pet owls are omnivores and need to be fed a diet high in protein, so make sure to feed them meat such as mice, cat food, chicken parts or hard boiled eggs. They also need calcium so make sure to give them some crickets on a weekly basis. Finally, they can enjoy fruits and vegetables like apples and oranges which will help keep their teeth clean and provide the vitamins required for good health.
One thing that many people forget is that these birds require fresh water daily so make sure to change their water daily. Pet owls are very intelligent creatures and able to learn quickly so make sure you introduce them slowly into your home environment by putting them in their cage when you’re not at home. When you first bring an owl into the house it can be scary for the bird so try to get a hand-fed one that was raised by humans as they would be more used to living around humans than hand-raised birds that were reared in aviaries with other animals.
What Is an Owls Life Span?
In general, pet owls can live up to 15 years and some have been known to live more than 20 years. It is not unusual for an owl to be used in scientific research or other animal testing.
Owls are a fascinating addition to any home or office. They are often thought of as the “gods of the night” and will quickly become your favorite pet after some patience and understanding on your part!
