How to Make a Climbing Rope for Birds

Climbing ropes for birds give them some much-needed stimulation in their smaller housings. The birds enjoy perching, swinging and chewing on these cage accessories and can help resolve undesirable bird behaviors that result from boredom. Making your own climbing rope is an easy project that will save you a few dollars over purchasing one at your local pet shop.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 4 feet of cotton rope
• Three to four wooden rods roughly 3 inches in length, 1 inch in diameter
• Small carabiner
• Drill

1. Tie a knot at the bottom of the cotton rope. Make sure it is tight.

2. Drill a hole in the center of each of the wooden rods, across the diameter of the rod, wide enough so that the rope can pass through.

3. Slide one wooden rod down the rope so that it rests on the knot you created at the bottom.

4. About 8 inches up the rope from the wooden rod, securely tie another knot and slide another wooden rod onto the rope. Repeat this with the remaining two rods.

5. At the top of the rope, tie one last knot and slide the carabiner through the knot. You can now clip the carabiner to the top of the cage for the birds to enjoy the rope.

Tips & Warnings

• You can adjust the length of the climbing rope to suit the needs of your particular bird and housing.
• To prevent your bird from getting sick, remove the rope once a month and scrub it down with warm water. Drilling the holes in the wooden rod should be performed by an adult or under close adult supervision.

References

• Bird.com
• Homemade Bird Toys