-A CD of light jazz that he/she and their feline friend will enjoy listening to together. Cats love jazz. They have such exquisite taste.

-A great looking set of water and food dishes.

-A coffee mug with a cat on it.

-A Garfield book of comic strips and/or a Garfield calendar.

-Cat Nip-filled toys or balls.

-A ball of yarn. Stereotypical, sure....but oh so much fun!

-The Video Version of musical "Cats".

The possibilities are as endless as your imagination and your desire to bring a smile to this person's face.

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Depending on size of your bird, you may want to consider level of noise that he will produce. Parakeets make little chirpy noises that, for most part, are not annoying. Conures, on other hand have a shrill call that goes right through you. Most happy birds will not yell constantly, but it is natural for them to call out at times so make sure you (and your neighbors) can handle level of noise produced by bird.

Finally, make sure that you want to commit to care that is necessary to have a happy healthy bird. You’ll need to clean out cage daily and make sure you provide fresh food and water. Food your bird a varied diet and have him checked by a vet (preferably one who specializes in birds) every year.

Birds can be very rewarding pets and take minimal care but they must be provided with a comfortable and safe environment and your companionship in order to thrive. Many birds can live for 20 years or more, so you are making a long commitment when you bring home your new feathered friend. This commitment to care and companionship is well worth it, however, as rewards of owning these enchanting creatures are many!