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To hear some people tell it, the best tools for anyone who wants to keep a bird are earplugs and a handheld cordless vacuum. And it’s true: Some birds can give a rowdy rock band a run for their money when it comes to decibel levels and the ability to trash a room.

Some of the problems are natural and normal, and some are caused by humans, but either way, the potential for noise and mess is an important consideration when you’re thinking about a bird.

But then again … these problems shouldn’t stop you, unless peace, quiet, and a clean house are the things that matter most to you in life.

For a better handle on which birds are noisiest, see Chapter 2. For ways to minimize mess, see our cage and cage setup information in Chapter 4.

We’re not trying to put you off bird keeping. But we believe in the importance of understanding potential problems before you take the plunge. The best attributes a bird lover can have are the same as a good parent — love, patience, structure, and a good sense of humor. You’ll need them all! But the payoff … oh, it’s grand. (And unlike being a parent to a human child, you don’t have to save for a college fund.)