As soon as you start thinking of making the move from owning one bird to owning two or more, an important factor enters the equation. When you introduce one or more living things from another environment to the living space shared by you and your pet (or pets), there is the possibility of also introducing insects or pests, bacteria, spores, infections, or even viruses to your environment. Your safety net is to quarantine your new bird before introducing it to the rest of your flock.
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