Birds are very intelligent and active animals. Unless the person is a bird enthusiast, the average person does not understand the importance of pet bird toys. Pet bird toys are the answer to many self-destructive and destructive behaviors that bird owners may experience. In the wild birds are free to fly as well as interact with other birds. In captivity birds are not afforded these opportunities. Pet bird toys will solve problems that can arise when birds are not in their natural habitat.
There are many common issues that bird owners experience. Birds will sometimes scream for attention or become aggressive towards their owners and other humans. Other behaviors that can occur are self-mutilation such as feather picking. Even taking birds out of the cage for playtime and loving care will not always solve these issues. The reason for this is birds will still face a lot of time and isolation inside their cage. To combat this, pet bird toys will keep their minds sharp and burn up any excess energy. For young pets, bird toys increases body and brain development. And in the case of aggression, the birds will take it out on their toys instead of humans. There are a variety of pet toys that will maintain the sanity and happiness for all in the household – including the humans.
Every bird has the instinct of foraging. Because they are so intelligent, they would enjoy the amount of stimulation that comes with foraging toys. Hiding the food and treats inside the secret compartments will give them the opportunity to hunt and work for their food.
Foot toys are another useful toy, especially for parrots since they use their feet to play with toys. There are many types of pet bird toys that can be used as foot toys such as sticks, small balls, blocks and leather. To keep them interest levels up, rotate the toys regularly.
All birds like to preen. And in the worst case scenario a bored bird will preen to the point of feather plucking. Pet toys that are designed for preening will give the bird something else to pull, shred or pick at – instead of their feathers. These preening toys also give a calming effect to pet birds. They are mostly found in rope or different types of paper.
Also choose ladders, swings and play stands to give your pet plenty of exercise. In the wild they are quite active and are able to move around freely. Adding exercise equipment to your arsenal of pet toys will ensure that the bird is getting adequate exercise.
Certain breeds of birds like cockatoos and parrots have an ingrained desire to chew and taste things. Because of this there is a wide variety of chew toys on the market that are made with pieces of fruits, nuts and see; made to add nutrition to their diet. Other chew toys are made from wood and leather.
