Three Steps to a Healthier Bird

Behavior problems, such as biting and  screaming, can develop when one or more of  your bird's basic needs are not met. Negative  behaviors can also manifest themselves when  your bird lacks mental stimulation or  challenge.  Emotionally, birds are like toddlers. They have  short attention spans, tiring quickly of any  activity. With nothing to do, they will find even  self-destructive behavior like feather-plucking  to  be satisfying. To optimize physical, mental,

  
1.   1. Physical Challenge - Exercise relaxes your bird.

are usually more durable, and their diverse designs offer unique challenges.

No matter which toys you provide, and regardless of how intriguing they are, your bird will eventually tire of them. It is important to remember to rotate toys every few days. This will present a fresh look and challenge for your pet. When re-introducing a toy to the cage or playstand, put it in a different location to mix things up.

Diet - A staple diet is essential for    good health. But that does not mean  you must serve exactly the same  repared food day in and day  out. Variety is critical to nutrition,  and  also important to the  satisfaction  of  your bird. You can select from an  enormous variety of high quality supplements, plus and fruitnut treats, to satisfy the palate of even the fussiest bird.

Like to cook? Check out our Beak Appetit Gourmet Cooking Diets. Your bird will love you for the effort. To add even more variety, mix up the way in which you feed your bird. Use a variety of feeders. Hide food in toys, hang it with treat holders in the cage, or provide large pieces the bird needs to break up before eating.