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PULL THROUGH PAPER - A healthier way to save time & money
Paper is still the choice of Avian Veterinarians. It is the best way to monitor changes in droppings for possible health problems. RECOMMENDED PAPER Brown Kraft paper is the least expensive. A 9" or 10" diameter roll will be about 900' long in 40 lb. weight. To find it in your area, look in the yellow pages under PAPER or possibly PACKAGING SUPPLIES. Then just ask for 40 Pound KRAFT PAPER, in the depth of the cage (24", 30", 36" or 48").

If this isn't reason enough, consider the following:

Paper is less expensive than litters

No added dust, mold and debris

No place for bugs and moths to live or breed

It is a time saver - as you pull the soiled paper through, the new paper is already in place.

	Cage Length	Approx. # Changes / Roll
	2 feet 2 1/2 feet 3 feet 4 feet	450 360 300 225

EXPANDABLE and KNOCK DOWN
The length of all of our cages can expand at any time by adding expansion kits to either or both ends. As your needs change, so can your cage. Because our cages knock down, you save on shipping costs, cleaning is easier (one panel at a time if you need to) and there is never a problem getting it in or out of your home.

STAINLESS STEEL type 304 - Don't settle for less
Our cages have no sharp edges or rod ends and are fully inspected with your bird's safety in mind. Although initially more expensive, Stainless Steel cages are more economical in the long run since you will probably never replace it. However, if you do change cages in the future, the resale value on a Stainless cage is much higher than other cages. Powder coated cages can be chipped easily by large parrots which will allow the steel underneath to rust. If your bird swallows the paint chips, even if not toxic, they may not eat properly with a feeling of a partially full crop. Aluminum is a softer metal which means the bars have to be a larger diameter to keep them from being broken, making it more difficult to see your bird and for it see you, it can be marred by large beaks and will corrode in time.

HANGIN ROUND Toy & Chewable Hanging System
The finish on the hangers is Hard Chrome. This is the same finish used on many cooking utensils and cooking surfaces of grills and is food safe. There is NO ZINC. As of August 2002, all 3 lengths of medium and large ball Chewable Hangers are type 304 Stainless Steel.

BAR SIZE & SPACING
All cages are available in the 3 bar sizes and spacings that we offer. Bars are vertical with horizontal cross bars every 12 inches (every 6 inches apart on Mini bar spacing). Cross bars every 6 inches is an option on Narrow bar spacing. Normal bar spacing is Totally Double Welded to hold up to even the strongest beaks, making it easy for us to give you a Lifetime Guarantee. The bar sizes and spacings we offer are:

Bar Size Spacing Type of Bird

Normal
Narrow
Mini
Wide Mini *

1/4"
3/16"
1/8"
1/8"

1 3/8"
13/16"
1/2"
7/8"

Large Cockatoos & Macaws
Conures, Amazons, Af. Grays
Finches, Parakeets, Cockatiels
Conures, Meyers, Senegals
* Small Bird Lofts and custom only

		Bar Size	Spacing	Type of Bird
	Normal Narrow Mini Wide Mini *	1/4" 3/16" 1/8" 1/8"	1 3/8" 13/16" 1/2" 7/8"	Large Cockatoos & Macaws Conures, Amazons, Af. Grays Finches, Parakeets, Cockatiels Conures, Meyers, Senegals * Small Bird Lofts and custom only

CAGE SIZE
When determining what cage size is needed, the best rule to follow is - The minimum cage should have at least 2 measurements longer than the birds wing span. Birds prefer rectangular cages and most have a strong dislike for round cages. The best way to think about a cage is how your bird views it since they will be in the cage. Cubic feet is the best way to figure actual space the bird has to live in. Below is a chart to help compare Expandable Habitats cages to other stainless steel cages available.

Cubic Feet Comparison Chart
Based on each manufacturers literature, approximate INSIDE dimensions. All figures rounded to the nearest tenth.

Expandable Habitats Standard Base Storage Shelf Base	# E302420 --- 8.3	# 30245 21.3 16.3	# 36245 25.5 19.5	# 36305 31.9 24.4	# 48305 42.5 32.5	# 48306 52.5 ---	# 24365L+2 126.0 ---	# 24486W+2 144.0 ---
Animal Environments Dome Top Playpen Top	Acacia 6.4 ---	Amazon 8.1 5.8	Cockatoo 18.7 13.6	.	Macaw 41.4 31.4	.	.	.
Avian Accents	Petite Amazon 8.2	.	Tall Amazon 23.5	Queen Anne Macaw 38.5	Tall Macaw 27.9	.	Dbl. Wide Macaw 97.5	.
Freedom Cage Cathedral Dome Top Playpen Top	.	Small 11.4 8.7	Medium 20.0 15.3	Large 25.8 21.1	Extra Large 41.3 32.3	.	.	.
Kings Cages, L.P. (Napoleon top - figured on average height of top	.	# 207SS 12.2	.	.	# 406SS 40.1	.	# 506SS 60.0	.
Virginia Cage Arched Top Flat Top	.	Amazon 9.0 12.4	Cockatoo 17.2 22.7	.	Macaw 35.0 46.2	.	.	.

Commonly Asked Questions

Why Stainless Steel?
Stainless Steel will outlast any other cage materials available, making it the best value in the long run. There is no finish that will chip off and doesn't rust under normal circumstances. We use type 304, some companies call "Surgical Grade".

What makes Expandable Habitats cages superior to other stainless steel cages?
Buying a stainless steel cage is a lifetime purchase. Being able to expand in the future is an important feature, not to mention the modular design that allows replacement of any panel if your cage needs to be reconfigured do to a lifestyle change. Pull through paper makes cage bottom clean up a snap and is our most popular feature. We use heavier materials including 1" square tubing for legs. But above all, our workmanship is what keeps us miles above the competition. All of our bars are rounded on the ends and not just cut off leaving sharp edges, all our work is meticulously inspectd to remove weld splatters or anything sharp for your birds safety and ease of cleaning.

Why not other finishes or cage materials?
Powder Coat & Chrome are a coating over steel, that when chipped will allow the steel to rust. Some cages are even made from Hot Rolled steel that will bend easier and rust faster than Cold Rolled steel. Aluminum, although light weight, can be damaged by large beaks and even anodized aluminum will corrode in time. Galvanized can make your bird ill and even be deadly if ingested by your bird, not to mention difficult to clean.

How do Expandable Habitats cages fasten together?
With the exception of Small Bird Lofts, which are 1 piece cages, bolts go through 1" wide pieces of steel on the top and bottom of each panel and screw directly into the tops and bases. This is means no nuts for your bird to remove and gives our cages a much sturdier construction than other knock down cages.

What tools do I need and how hard are they to put together?
For standard cages just a screwdriver is needed. For multiple bird cages or storage shelf base cages you will also need a 7/16" wrench or adjustable wrench for the under base or shelves.

What about accessing food and water dishes?
Cages come with swing out feeding doors and locking bowls, extra feeding doors and bowls can be purchased. By unlocking the bowl, then swinging the door open, the bowl can be removed from the holder quickly to prevent escapes. The bowl and holder can be placed anywhere in the cage if you don't want to use feeding doors. If a quick cleanup is needed, the door with holder can be removed and the taken to the sink for cleaning.

Why are the cage bars vertical instead of horizontal?
There are many reasons. Birds prefer to look through vertical bars, this is why most birds pick at the horizontal bars. Vertical bars are easier to clean since droppings will slide down 1 or 2 bars instead of hitting many bars below. Horizontal bars are very hard on tail feathers, especially long tails. Every time a bird turns or backs up when climbing on the sides, the horizontal bars are the ones that catch the tail feathers. Horizontal bars do not work well with slotted perches, you almost have to use bolt in perches that are more difficult to remove for cleaning. We have all heard that birds need horizontal bars to climb is not really true. If the horizontal or cross bars are properly spaced for the size of the bird, they will push off from one cross bar, grab a vertical bar and lift themselves up to grab the next cross bar. This is why we offer cross bars every 6 inches for medium to small parrots.

Why are the pans made from a PVC based plastic?
With pull through paper pans are open ended which makes them flexible to allow cleanup in a laundry tub or bathtub.

Why do the cages come with padlocks?
With the medium to large parrots, most people end up using padlocks after the bird figures out the cage latches anyway, and if you have small children it is safer for them as well.

How long has Expandable Habitats been in business & what is the guarantee?
We have been in business since 1989 and our stainless steel cages carry a lifetime guarantee against defects in welds and workmanship.

Why are cages not in stock?
With each cage available in 3 different bar spacings & so many customizing options, we only make cages as ordered.

To learn more about pet bird needs & behaviors we highly recomend visiting: PetBirdReport.com
Sally Blanchard, Editor

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