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How to Accessorize a Parakeet's Birdcage

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Parakeets are playful birds that love having toys and other accessories in their cages to play with. It's important to pick safe toys and place them appropriately in the cage to help your parakeets feel comfortable and to avoid injury. Once you have chosen and installed a variety of accessories, sit back and enjoy watching your parakeets play. Read on to learn more.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Parakeet(s)
Birdcage
Perches
Parakeet toys
Parakeet supplements
Parakeet treats
Mirror
Bird swing

Step 1

Measure your parakeet's cage to determine the size and number of accessories you can get.
Step 2

Choose several perches of varying diameters and materials. Place them in the cage as to simulate tree branches.
Step 3

Provide a variety of toys, such as knotted rope toys, wooden toys, swings and bells.
Step 4

Secure a mirror inside the birdcage where your parakeet can play with his reflection.
Step 5

Give your parakeets a cage-tent, nest box or other form of hideout.
Step 6

Place supplements and (occasional) treats, such as cuttlebone, millet seed and nuts, in your parakeets' cage.

Tips & Warnings

Keep several toys on hand and rotate them in and out of your parakeet's cage. This avoids overcrowding and keeps your birds interested in their toys.
Include a wide variety of materials, textures and sizes. This exercises your parakeet and keeps her toenails and beak trimmed down.
Try to purchase toys made of natural materials, such as wood, rope, wicker or even coconut shell.
Make sure all accessories are approved for parakeets to avoid sickness and injury.
Avoid overcrowding your parakeet's cage. Make sure they still have plenty of room to move inside their cage.
Offer treats sparingly.