Why Routine and Environment Matter for Pet Birds

Bird pets are extremely susceptible to changes in their environment as compared to other pets like cats and dogs. They get stressed even by the slightest changes in their environment and show symptoms quite evidently. Birds need a strict routine to feel secure and in command of their surrounding environment.

A consistent feeding and sleeping routine, as well as predictable interaction with the bird, can help to reduce anxiety and counter the tendency to feather pluck or scream excessively. Birds also depend upon daylight cycles, and covering the cage at night and allowing daylight exposure during the day can help with sleep cycles.

Environmental factors are as important as routine. Birds’ cages need to be positioned in a sound area that is not exposed to drafts, kitchens, or loud noises. Sudden changes of temperature and strong odors can be dangerous. Using varied size perches, fun objects, and ways to move around stimulate birds’ brains.

An orderly, calm environment will do more than reduce undesirable behavior; it will also contribute to the overall health and well-being of the birds. Birds who feel safe and secured tend to be more vocal, more interactive, and more robust.