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Bird Perches

Why Older Birds Need a Flat Perch in Their Cage
ByNeville Gary

If you share your home with a senior bird, you know they have strong opinions. They have favorites in food, schedule, and even where they sit on your shoulder. However, there’s one thing they can’t say: their feet hurt. The standard round perch in their cage might be making it worse. This article explains why…

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Bird Perches

Bird Rope Perches for Healthy, Pain-Free Parrot Feet
ByNeville Gary

Your parrot spends nearly all its waking hours on its feet. Think about that. Unlike us, they can’t kick off their shoes and relax. Their feet are always gripping, balancing, and working. This means the quality of their perches greatly affects their life. If you’ve been using just a plain wooden dowel perch, we need…

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