Choose Safe Toys for your Pet Bird

 When thinking about  your pet bird’s health it is important to understand the bird safety. Your avian vet may go over basic safety with you concerning your bird, but to  be  fully safe, it is important for you to learn about bird safety before you get a pet bird. Being in charge of a petbird is like being in charge of a baby — both need constant care and your attention to be safe at all times. When thinking about bird safety, make sure that you learn which toys are good for your birds and which toys could be unsafe.

All pet birds need toys. Because your pet bird will be in a cage most of the time, toys provide entertainment and activities. Not having toys could lead to bored, depression, and obesity in your bird. However, if you choose the wrong toys, your bird could get hurt. Not all bird toys are appropriate for every petbird.

First, consider the size of the toy. Birds are in many different sizes, as do bird toys. If you get a toy that is too small for your bird, he or she could eat it and choke, like can happen if you give a very young child a small toy. However, toys that are too large could also be a problem. When a toy is too large, not only will your bird not be able to play with it, but he or she may also be scared of it, or it could fall and hurt your pet bird. Buy toys that your bird can comfortably play with.

When choosing bird toys, also read the label to make sure they are dyed with natural things like vegetable dyes, or else they should be untreated completely. Birds will chew on everything, so other materials could be harmful. If your toys include metal parts, talk to your avian vet, because some metals can make a bird very sick in some cases.

When you purchase a toy, attaching it in your bird’s cage is also an important part of safety. Never use clips not made for this purpose, as they can be made of an unsafe metal or snap off, causing your bird to be hurt when playing. Instead, use string to attach the toy or use clips made for birdcages.

Of course, your avian vets office may sell toys for your bird that are both safe and fun. If your bird is ever injured by playing with a toy, make sure to call the vet right away. Having your vet’s phone number on hand is important to make sure that your pet bird gets the best care possible.