Most pet birds are intelligent, active animals whose psychological needs must be identified and addressed. Locate the cage near family activities in the home. For some species, opportunities may be provided for exercise in the form of supervised freedom from the cage or flying in the home. If the bird is permitted to fly, be aware of ceiling fans, large windows, hot pans on the stove, sticky fly strips, and open doors. Many enhancements can be provided to occupy the bird's attention.
Some birds like to tear paper and enjoy a cardboard roller from toilet paper.
A piece of corn on the cob or pomegranate is entertaining for birds. General Care Minimal care is requires for the healthy, well fed pet bird. Confines, indoor pet birds that eat an all seed diet usually require more attention to the care of the beak, nails, feet, and feathers. As the new feather develops, the bird may pick at the pin feather cover to open it. Pure water is the most appropriate feather spray.