Supplies for Making Bird Toys

You don't always have to purchase expensive toys for your pet birds. Actually, many items can be found within your very own house to create fun toys that your birds will enjoy playing with for hours. In a way, some birds are like small children and are easily amused. Toys that are bright in colors, fun to chew on or make noise will keep a bird entertained.

  1. Plastic Bottle and Large Beads

    • Get a plastic bottle with a lid, and get some large beads or wooden beads to place into it. Be sure they are large enough so that your bird cannot choke on them. Put the beads into the bottle, and place the lid on it. Let the bird roll it around or try to find a way to get to the beads.

    Cardboard Rolls

    • Cardboard rolls from toilet paper or paper towels are fun for birds to shred or roll around. Birds can look through either side of the holes, maybe try to climb in them and then chew them to their heart's delight.

    Unfinished Wood and Non-Toxic Food Coloring

    • Visit a nearby craft store to see if they carry unfinished wood parts. Be sure that they are fine-grained to make them easier for chewing. Use some non-toxic food coloring or even kool-aid to dye the wood. Tye the wood pieces to some shoe string and hang it in the cage so the birds can have something fun and colorful to chew and pull on.

    Rattles and Noise-Makers

    • Find rattles or other toys that are noisemakers that are often sold for small children to play with. Larger birds also enjoy playing with these toys, and most of these are safe and created with non-choking parts. Be sure that the toys have non-toxic paint and are all natural as well.

    Safety First

    • Certain paints and materials could be harmful to your pet bird if ingested. If you are unsure, call your local pet store or veterinarian. Think of your bird as a small child: anything small that could be swallowed is a choking hazard.