Birds need environmental stimulation.  What better than bird toys to provide this?

What should I look for when buying a toy for my pet bird?. The different types of bird toys on the market is quite large, so how do I know what toy to buy my bird or what toy is safe? Some bird toys out there can be dangerous for your pet bird, therefore an important bird care issue is its toys.

The first thing that should be taken into consideration when buying your pet bird a toy is the size of the toy and the size of the bird. As a general rule of thumb the toy should be able to fit in your hand. The reason for this is that some birds can be very strong and accidentally break the toy into tiny pieces which then can be easily ingested by your pet. These days there are alot of bird toys that are made from thick plastic which is the perfect material for your bird toy to be made out of as it is difficult to break making it perfect for strong-beaked birds.

On the flip side of this is that if you have a small bird it can be frightened by a toy that is to big. So if you are having diffivulty figuring out what toy is good for your pet bird it is always best to look at the label or ask your pet store for information.

DON'T OVERCROWD YOUR CAGE WITH BIRD TOYS!
YOUR BIRD NEEDS ROOM TO MOVE AND FLAP HIS OR HER WINGS!