Meadowlark Farms
Lady Gouldian Finches - Housing
Housing your birds is an important part of keeping them healthy!  Many
pet stores sell cages that are far too small for the average bird.  A single
finch or canary may do well in a smallish, decorative cage, but this is
really not enough room and can shorten the life of your feathered friend!
When purchasing a new
water dispenser, be sure
it is the correct type for
your style of cage!  It is
very frustrating to come
home with a new
dispenser only to find it
won't fit through the
cage bars!
QUICK TIP
Moving birds from one location to another, such as from the pet store to your home, can
cause the birds stress.  Be sure to purchase a cage and set it up with food, water,
appropriate perches, and anything else you feel necessary, BEFORE you purchase your
bird. And before you buy, check out this link and decide if bird keeping is really for you!
Finches are typically very small, fragile birds.  The proper cage type and size will protect
them from unexpected mishaps.
Australian Museum
Online:

Fact Sheet about the
Gouldian Finch from
folks who live with
them in their natural
habitat!
LadyGouldian.com

In my opinion, the
best site  to find
information, health
tips, supplies, and
support for Gouldian
care.

Everything you need
to successfully raise
your Finch is here.
Finchworld.com

Information on
nearly every kind of
finch you can
impagine!
Gouldian Association
101 Genetics

Discuss color
combinations, how to
get them,
preservation of
natural colors, and
more!
The Country Roost

Excellent prices on
cages and
accessories.
  • Creating a plan before you buy
  • What is your intention? Will you breed for yourself, or to sell the young?
  • Choosing a location for your birds
  • Space Requirements
  • What to Buy
  • Where to Buy
  • How to Buy
  • Water & Food Dishes
  • Perches
  • A Short Word About Toys
  • Optional Equipment
Accessories include many necessary items, as well as those that can be considered
"optional"
This list of optional equipment is just that...optional.  Needing these items really depends
on your intentions - whether you intend to keep a single pair, several pairs, or become an
actual breeder and sell your birds for income, etc.  Use this link to help you decide what
you really need!
  • Medications
  • Travel Cage
  • Hospital Cage
  • Brooder
  • More...
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See this page for lists of harmful and safe plants that may be fed to or used inside your
Gouldian's cages - or out of the cage in your bird's area.