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The aviary as a community space
The aviary as a community space (and for breeding?) When people talk about this, they talk about being a bird lover — and that can take many forms. Anyone who …
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Cages, aviaries and climate
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Stainless steel grids in breeding cages
Stainless steel grids in breeding cages Stainless steel grilles and cage fronts are becoming more accepted and gaining in popularity. They are not only good for the birds, but also …
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Again, perches
Again: perches — Dear canary lovers, the national exhibition season is coming to an end, the world championship is just around the corner and then the breeding starts again. I …
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Tip 16: Make your own color rings
Tip 16: make your own color rings Color rings can be purchased at most bird supply stores, but you can also easily make them yourself. Buy a jar of iron-on …
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The dryer
The dryer: drying After the birds have been washed, it is important to let them dry quickly. You do this in the dryer, at a temperature of approximately 38°C. First …
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Grabbing birds
Grabbing birds (Thanks to Wout van Gils) Sometimes it is necessary to hold a bird. In domestic birds this can be done without the use of force, for example when …
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The growing room
The following article is a translation from Wout van Gils' website. Here he emphasizes the importance of aligning our breeding aspirations with practical realities - a reality check! The grow …
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Breeding program zooeasy not to be missed
**[ ](http://www.zooeasy.com)** Wout van Gils: Lifelong lover of canary birds. From information magazine Zooeasy , and monthly magazine Vogelvreugd AoB December 2004. He was first introduced to the canary world …
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Building an aviary: what to pay attention to
Building an aviary. W.v. Gils E-mails regularly arrive about building an aviary, with questions about shape dimensions, planting, etc. Attached you will find a number of drawings showing steps on …
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Part 2: Loft climate
HOK CLIMATE: Wout van Gils Most birds are very sensitive to all kinds of influences. Sudden changes in temperature and humidity, especially drafts, should be avoided. The cages should not …
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The perches
Again the perches . Wout van Gils Dear canary friends, some national exhibitions, and a few others. Then comes the big challenge, the world championship, and then the breeding starts …
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Growing space is usually too small
When setting up your grow room, the volume, location, lighting and amount of light are decisive. These factors determine not only which type of birds you can keep, but also …
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Keeping canaries (part 2)
13. Power supply When feeding canaries — mainly seed eaters — the diet consists of a combination of seed mixture, egg food and any other supplements. Canaries absorb approximately 18% …
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Keeping Canaries (Beginners Part 1)
When keeping birds, there are different ways to do so: in a community aviary, in an indoor enclosure with a small room aviary, or in breeding cages in various places. …
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Zeolite ground cover
Zeolite (Ground Cover) ZEOLITE – CLINOPTILOLITE IS THE GROUND COVER FOR YOUR ANIMAL HOMES. It is a universal ground cover that also works great as non-clumping cat litter. The exceptional …
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Hygrometer of great importance
The importance of the hygrometer At most canary breeders you will find a hygrometer in the breeding loft. They know how important this device is for successful cultivation. Yet many …
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Overpopulation causes harm
Overpopulation causes harm Many enthusiasts know this problem and have had to deal with it. Although overcrowding is never desirable, we regularly encounter it — with major disadvantages for birds …
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Save and decide
Select and decide immediately Most enthusiasts are familiar with selection — but whether they actually do it well is another question. Because after selecting you also have to make decisions. …
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Acclimatization of birds
Acclimatization of birds Acclimatization is something all birds have to go through — not just exotic birds and parakeets, but also our canaries. It is the period in which new …
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Typical article by the late J.BEX
Typical of my late colleague and canary judge Jan Bex I am publishing this article in memory of my friend and colleague judge Jan Bex. For more than 25 years …
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The humidity
Monitor the humidity Humidity is a concept that can mean many things: polluted air, fog on humid mornings, or the water that drips from your cold windowsill in winter when …
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Canary purchases, what should you pay attention to?
Purchase of new canary birds The question is often asked: I want to breed or buy more canaries — but what should I pay attention to? There are a number …
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Canaries with or without sunlight!!
IMG0 Sunlight or no sunlight — or both? Most bird breeders know — or have experienced over the years — how sensitive birds in aviaries are to color loss. This …
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Observe your birds, of course
Observe — yes, of course The term "observation" is most often heard by ornithologists and in hospitals. The term "observe" always appears in the dictionary. Ornithologists speak of observing something …
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The ground cover
IMG0 Ground cover In the context of the health of our birds, it is very important to ensure a dry bottom, dry walls and a dry breeding enclosure. The soil …
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Zooeasy breeding program not to be missed
Wout van Gils: lifelong lover of canary birds From the information sheet of ZooEasy and monthly magazine Vogelvreugd AoB, December 2004. As a boy of eight he was first introduced …
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The breeding or breeding cage
IMG0 The breeding or breeding cage Anyone who wants to breed strictly and selectively and work towards the prescribed standard would do well to choose the cages carefully. Canaries are …
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Building an aviary
Building an aviary We regularly receive questions about building an aviary: sizes, shape, plants and more. Below you will find a step-by-step plan with drawings. In this way, many enthusiasts …
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Build a community aviary
Building a community aviary Many bird lovers start with a small aviary and build up years of experience. Gradually he specializes and moves to separate rooms or cages for his …
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Light temperature and oxygen
Light, temperature and oxygen As canary breeders, we sometimes have to intervene in the "natural properties" of our birds for various reasons. We determine the conditions in which our birds …
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Purchase a canary for the living room
Purchase of a canary bird for your home Questions are regularly asked about what you should pay attention to if you want to purchase a canary bird, or if you …
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Perches are okay??
Perches — is it OK? — Yes, dear bird friends, a strange title for an article — I admit. But I'm sure that after reading it you will ask yourself: …
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Bottom grids in breeding cages
IMG0 Bottom grids in your Bakker breeding cages. — I am writing this article to explain the great advantages of ground slats - primarily for the birds, but also for …
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Hurry and haste is rarely good
Haste and urgency are rarely good. Wout van Gils . When you analyze the problems of many bird lovers, you often come across the title of this article. When asked …
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Badwater not to be missed for your birds
Bathwater: indispensable for your birds! W.v.Gils Bathwater should be a regular part of your canary bird care — it simply cannot be missed. The bird is highly dependent on its …
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Keep the bottoms of the cages dry!
Keep the bottom of your cages clean and dry Introduction: Everyone knows how important — but also how labor intensive — it is to keep the soil clean. Not only …
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Keeping a canary in the living room
Keeping a canary at home: Wout van Gils What should you pay attention to? **When people talk about canaries, they usually think of enthusiasts who breed selectively and purposefully for …