Toe nails should be trimmed every 6 to 8 weeks. Wing clips are preformed as needed. Baby birds should be given enough time to learn to fly before the first wing clip. They need enough practice to develop chest muscles, develop co-ordination, to safely make turns, and to make safe landings. The smaller the species the faster the lessons are learned.
Larger birds require more time to prefect flying techniques.
Lovebirds and Parakeets may need only one week while a large Macaw may need a few months to fly with confidence. A clean environment is essential to good health. Cage bottom paper should be changed at least every other day, preferably daily. A thorough cage cleaning should be preformed weekly and a monthly scrubbing, disinfecting should be done. Food dishes should be cleaned daily.