探討中大型鸚鵡外出推車工具設計之研究-以分離式推車為例

近年來寵物產業蓬勃發展，其中鸚鵡以其鮮豔多彩的外觀、善於言語表達、擁有高智商和模仿能力，以及能夠唱歌和跳舞等多樣特質，成為深受歡迎的寵物伴侶。然而，飼養鸚鵡所需應對的特殊性，尤其是外出，成為飼主必須克服的挑戰。目前市場上缺乏專為鸚鵡設計的外出推車，使得飼主在外出時面臨著困境。本研究旨在探討最佳的鸚鵡外出方式，並提供飼主和設計單位參考，以滿足實際需求。透過文獻探討、文本分析法以及4位中大型鸚鵡飼養者的深入訪談法，研究將挖掘中大型鸚鵡的外出安全考量、寵物推車功能和鳥類外出的行為特性，以及飼主多樣化飼養需求。研究結論提供中大型鸚鵡的外出工具及推車的產品開發規格資訊： 1. 外出工具：方形，高40公分、長30公分、寬40公分，全開式門，柵欄網距2.5公分，重量不超過5公斤，材質耐咬，通風良好，棲木直徑1.9公分可調高度，從外安裝水杯，底盤獨立抽取設計，可加裝防雨、防寒、抗曬設施，具備收納摺疊功能，有提把。 2. 推車：尺寸與鳥籠契合，總長不超過175公分，適合大眾交通工具，輕便可折疊，穩定安裝，具煞車功能，靈活轉向，避震設計，籠子高度可調，設置物籃、掛鉤和杯架，可作為一般推車使用並可加裝站棍。研究成果為提供寵物外出工具產品開發明確的設計需求和功能導向，也為鸚鵡飼主攜帶中大型鸚鵡安全且愉快外出的未來想像。

關鍵字

中大型鸚鵡；分離式寵物推車；鸚鵡外出工具

並列摘要

In recent years, the pet industry has significant growth and transformation. Parrots are perceived to be highly intelligent creatures, known for cognitive abilities, vocal mimicry and social intelligence. While parrots are not the only animals that can mimic human speech, their vocal abilities and cognitive skills make them uniquely adept at this form of communication, contributing to their popularity and fascination as pets. Parrots often require more space and social interaction, so the unique requirements of parrot care present challenges that owners must overcome. There is a lack of strollers designed specifically for parrots in the current market which causes difficulties for owners when they go out with their parrots. This study is to explore the best ways for parrots to go outside and provide references for pet owners and design units to meet practical needs. Through literature review, textual analysis, and in-depth interviews with four medium to large parrot owners, the study explores the concern for the safety of medium and large parrots, the functionality of pet strollers, and the behavioral characteristics of birds, as well as the needs of owners for diversification. The conclusions of the study will provide information on the product development specifications of outdoor strollers for medium and large-sized parrots: 1. Outdoor Tools Specification: Square-shaped, Height 40 cm, Length 30 cm, Width 40 cm, full-open door, fence net spacing 2.5 cm, weight not more than 5 kg. The material should be bite-resistant with good ventilation, and perch diameter 1.9 cm adjustable, external mounted water cup, independent extraction design of the chassis, and can be added to protect against the rain and cold facilities, with the function of storage and folding, with a carry handle. 2. Stroller: The size fits with the birdcage, not more than 175 cm, suitable for public transportation, lightweight and foldable, stable installation with braking function, flexible steering, shock-absorbing design, adjustable cage height, and equipped with baskets, hooks, and cup holder. It can be used as a general stroller with the addition of a standing stick. The outcomes of this study provide clear design requirements and functional guidelines for developing pet outdoor tools and also envision a future in which parrot owners can safely and happily carry their medium to large parrots outdoors.