Ask your pet retailer to help you make sure you have purchased a cage with bars set narrow enough to safely contain a young lovebird. The bird must not be able to get its head between the bars. Water can also be offered in more than one location until the bird is oriented. You may wish to remove any grills or wire floors from the cage, as lovebirds tend to get stuck in them. Use perches of several different diameters to exercise the feet properly.
Most veterinarians recommend fresh, natural branches as part of the cage furniture.
Your lovebird will enjoy perching on these and peeling the bark from species such as apple, alder, beech, maple, eucalyptus, citrus and many others. Toys are highly recommended for such intelligent birds as lovebirds. Those with mirrors, open bells and chewable items such as rawhide and plaster are particularly valuable for lovebirds. Check with your retailer and veterinarian about toy safety for your particular bird. Kitchens are not recommended as they contain many hazards such as hot pans, non-stick bakeware fumes, and oil or grease.