Birds have been injured falling into electric beaters in the kitchen. They can fly and land on hot surfaces or into scalding water. Expect the unexpected with birds. If your bird is always confined to its cage, some of these precautions may seem excessive. Remember, escape is always possible, and accidents do happen.
Most birds thrive on attention and human interaction, but wither with neglect.
Plan for avian safety in all the rooms of your home. Birds are exquisitely sensitive to toxins, especially those in the air they breathe. Cleaners, such as those used to degrease ovens, produce dangerous airborne contaminants and can be fatal to birds. Even strong cooking odors and smoke is a risk. Non-stick cookware is another worry.