Start a commercial aviary by following these 9 steps:

You have found the perfect business idea, and now you are ready to take the next step. There is more to starting a business than just registering it with the state. We have put together this simple guide to starting your commercial aviary. These steps will ensure that your new business is well planned out, registered properly and legally compliant.

STEP 1: Plan your business

A clear plan is essential for success as an entrepreneur. It will help you map out the specifics of your business and discover some unknowns. A few important topics to consider are:

• What are the startup and ongoing costs?

• Who is your target market?

• How much can you charge customers?

• What will you name your business?

Luckily we have done a lot of this research for you.

What are the costs involved in opening a commercial aviary?

The costs of starting a commercial aviary business vary depending on the size and type of operation you have in mind. The expense of setting up a small scale backyard commercial aviary breeding a single pair of parakeets is much less than a large aviary breeding exotic birds, but the possibility of turning a profit with a larger facility is much more realistic.

At the least, you will need at least to purchase one healthy breeding pair, two or three good sized cages, a nesting box, a brooder, hand feeding tools, food, and other supplies. This is besides the most costly part of raising birds: the avian vet.

A license: The requirements for raising birds for profit depends on your state. Most states in the US place limits on the type and number birds you can raise without a license. Licenses normally cost around one hundred dollars and are good for multiple years before needing renewal.

A breeding pair: A good breeding pair can cost several hundred dollars to tens of thousands of dollars. It all depends on the species, the quality of the breeders, and the ages of the breeders.

A nesting box: You can find nesting boxes for less than one hundred dollars online.

A cage: Cages can range from less than one hundred dollars to thousands depending on the size. If your cage is outside, you will have to add the cost a heater and shade covering.

Food: Food should not cost over one dollar a day per bird. Make sure you buy quality food formulated specifically for breeders of the same species. Bowls, water dispensers, hand feeding tools, and treats are also part of the food expense but have only a nominal cost.

A brooder: A complete store-bought brooder box can cost over five hundred dollars, but if you have basic carpentry skills, you can make your own brooder for less than one hundred bucks.

An avian vet: This is the highest ongoing cost associated with raising birds. A quality avian vet charges hundreds of dollars for a typical check-up and serious injuries or illnesses can wind up costs thousands in vet bills.

What are the ongoing expenses for a commercial aviary?

The biggest ongoing expenses are vet bills, food costs, and electricity.

Who is the target market?

Depending on the size of the commercial aviary, the best customers are individuals looking to purchase a bird as a pet or large pet shops looking to buy birds in bulk. While retail customers will pay more for each bird, retail selling requires spending much more on marketing to locate customers.

How does a commercial aviary make money?

A commercial aviary makes money by selling birds to individuals and pet stores.

How much can you charge customers?

The sale price for birds depends on the species, whether a bird is hand raised, the local market, and how much your customer will pay.

How much profit can a commercial aviary make?

A bird breeder can earn between $18,000 – $57,000 a year according to the US Department of Labor.

How can you make your business more profitable?

Commercial aviaries have the ability to earn more money by selling food and supplies to people who already own birds. There is additional money for people who are willing to care for customers' birds when they are out of town.

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