>       He is very very small and is over a year old now...but he is
>like the runt of a litter of kittens or pups...he is healthy...and
>       active...very active...
I had some baby tiels that ended up smaller than average. They're all
fine. Just on the small side. 70-75 grams max.
>       She is 4 months old and much bigger than he is...
Again, that's normal--hens are usually larger.
 KJ> Just watch'em closely when they're out together.
>       He hehe...don't you think she is a bit young yet....I didn't
>       think I had to worry about them for a while yet....;-)
Her young age doesn't mean he won't try! Males don't respect younger
hens like humans are *supposed* to! 
>       I live and I was wearing a cockatiel pin on my shirt...the woman
>       at the check out offered me an AG for $30 plus his cage...I
Always beware the bargain bird, Sue. Every one I've ever gotten ended up
being sick. If you DO pursue this, check him out THOROUGHLY before
handing over any cash. Take your breeder friend with you if possible.
>       Thank you for the advice...I was afraid you were going to tell
>me that the cage was wrong for them...but that's ok...I'll deal with
>       it..it is just so nice and big...;-)
Got a nice houseplant that would like to grow in and out of those bars?
It's the "IN" decorating style these days, I hear! 
--Kathy
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