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• However, it is important to check this out with your doctor before embarking on parakeet ownership. • Parakeets have a good life expectancy of seven to eight years—and many live for longer. The world record for the oldest parakeet goes to Charlie, who lived for an amazing 29 years and two months! • Parakeets are great pets for children. They are highly entertaining and will teach youngsters the responsibilities involved in caring for animals. • They are also great pets for those getting on in years as they do not demand physical exertion in terms of needing to be exercised. • Best of all, parakeets are great

communicators and you can form a real bond with your parakeet. He may even learn to talk to you!

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