The size of the cage should measure at least 18 x 24 x 24 inches, but purchase the largest cage you can. Prioritize the horizontal measurements because parakeets fly horizontally rather than upward. The cage should be made of stainless steel. Unfortunately, many other metals such as zinc, brass, or lead can be toxic to parakeets, and you should never use a rusted cage or one with chipping paint. Never buy a circular cage, because they do not provide enough flight space, and a parakeets' little feet could easily be injured by the tapering bars near the top of the cage. Parakeets love to climb, so you should select a cage with horizontal bars, allowing him to grip on and shimmy upwards. The bars should be less than half an inch apart. Otherwise, there is a risk the bird will get his head stuck between them. Line the floor of the cage with paper towels or copy paper, both of which are better choices than a newspaper. When this is soiled with droppings, throw it away and reline the cage with clean paper. You will need a food bowl and a water drinker. You can mount each to the bars of the cage away from the bottom, which keeps them from getting knocked over or from having the bird contaminate them with waste. If you cage multiple parakeets together, provide a separate food bowl for each, so the dominant bird cannot fight the others away from the food. The ideal choice for perches is branches of natural orchard wood. Ideally, choose a branch diameter large enough that the bird's toes do not curl around and overlap each other. This will likely be around 3/8" in diameter. Orchard wood such as apple, plum, pear, or cherry is safe for the parakeet to peck at it, and it has a naturally abrasive action which helps keeps his nails trim. The wooden doweling perches provided with most cages are poorly designed for birds. The diameter of the doweling is too narrow for a bird to grip comfortably, and they do not wear the claws down. Parakeets have lively, inquiring minds and need plenty of mental stimulation. Put a selection of toys in the cage, so he has something to play with. Toys that parakeets particularly enjoy have mirrors, bells, or ladders to climb up and down. Toys are needed to keep the bird healthy and entertained. Boredom can lead to screaming. This ensures that the bird has proper company. Parakeets feel safe with they have an area to retreat to, so putting the cage against a wall is a good idea (rather than the bird feeling exposed on all sides). Avoid putting the cage beside a window or door, where it might be in danger of direct sunlight or drafts because they are very sensitive to temperature. Bird cages should never be allowed in the kitchen. The fumes from some cooking oilsand even from the finish on some frying pansare toxic to parakeets and can make the bird very ill. Changing out the paper at the bottom of the cage isn't enough on its own. Clean the cage bars with soap and water regularly, particularly after you've clipped food to the bars.
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One-sentence summary -- Purchase a proper-sized cage. Choose a stainless steel or some kind of non-galvanized cage. Choose a cage with horizontal bars. Line the cage for proper hygiene. Attach a food bowl and water drinker. Furnish the cage with a perch. Provide toys in the cage. Find a spot for the cage in a room where you spend a lot of time. Clean the entire cage.

Article: Giving yourself a gentle massage with essential oils before bed will help relax you and relieve tension. Applying some essential oil to places such as your feet and temples can have a similarly calming effect. By applying these essential oils your body, you may help yourself fall asleep more quickly. If you are using essential oil for a massage, make sure to mix it with a carrier oil so you don't burn your skin. Make sure to keep the massage light or else you'll stimulate your circulation and have a hard time falling and staying asleep. Consider massaging the essential oil into your wrists, feet, legs, or on your temples. If you don't want to put essential oil on your skin because it is sensitive, spritz it on your bed linens. The scent will help you relax and may help induce sleep. Make your spritzer by adding 30-40 drops of your favorite essential oil for sleep to 1.5 ounces of distilled water. Mix these in a clean spray bottle. The number of drops of essential oil you use will depend on how strong you want the scent to be. You only need to lightly mist your bed linens. Dousing them could make for an uncomfortable night's sleep. Candles made from essential oils and scent diffusers that heat essential oil can have the same calming effect as a bath or a massage. Don't leave them burning so that you don't accidentally start a fire. You can buy candles and scent diffusers at most retail stores and online. When buying candles, it's important to look for ones without synthetic fragrance. Beeswax, soy, and other vegetable-based waxes are the best option for getting the benefits of an essential oil by candle. Scent diffusers disperse the essential oil through the air in a room, filling it with the aroma. For the best use, light candles or scent diffusers an hour to 30 minutes before you go to bed. This will ensure that the scent circulates in your bedroom and creates a relaxing environment to help you sleep. Make sure to extinguish candles and scent diffusers before you go to bed so that you don't start a fire.
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Give yourself a massage with essential oils. Spritz essential oil on bed linens. Use candles or scent diffusers.