Budgeriar, or budgie, also known as pet parakeet or shell parakeet, is one of the smallest parrot species in the world and is native to Australia. These little parrots are very popular because of their sociable, cheerful, and cheerful nature. Keeping them entertained by playing and interacting with them on a daily basis is very important to your budgie's health.
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Part 1 of 2: Get Ready to Play With Budgie
Step 1. Buy safe toys
Budgies are very active birds and like to have lots of toys. However, don't let your budgie's cage become overcrowded with toys so he'll still have plenty of room to walk around because the budgie sees the nest as a home.
Look for toys made from materials your budgie can bite, such as mine, and all natural materials. Biting at something helps keep your budgie's beak neat and strong and provides stimulation for it while it's in the cage. A birdie bagel is a great toy because it can be tucked into a budgie's perch or hung in its cage. You can also use a light toy or a small soft ball. Toys made from natural materials such as wood, paper, and plants are also great for budgies because they mimic things a budgie might play with in the wild
Step 2. Buy a toy “fitness center”
Budgies love to climb and hang on to things. He also likes ringing bells, scratching his head at things, and biting into things. Head to your local pet store and look for climbing poles and play gyms made for budgies. Look for colorful, wooden play gyms with perches, and make sure the toys don't contain any harmful ingredients. There's also a jungle-themed hanging play gym that has two to three levels of perches, mines, and swings.
There are also climbing nets made for budgies that you can attach under the play gym. Budgies also like to climb up and down and into nets as another type of toy
Step 3. Assemble the toy swing
Most budgies like to play on the swing and stay on the toy swing. You can find a toy swing for your budgie at your local pet store or make your own with two perches and a piece of leash. Place the toy swing in the budgie's cage so he can safely walk around on the swing without being watched.
Some swings have a bell which can be a gift for your budgie because he likes to ring the bell. There is also a swing made of rubber and feels soft on the budgie's feet. Budgies will love to nibble on them
Step 4. Prepare the room if you are going to let your budgie fly or play outside
If you're going to let your budgie fly around the room or play on a swing or gym outside of a cage, you should always have a place ready. You also shouldn't leave your budgie out unattended as it could hurt or bite into something that could hurt or hurt him. Before letting your budgie out of the cage:
- Cover all windows and mirrors in the room with sheets or towels. This will prevent the budgie from flying in that direction.
- Close all doors and windows in the room. Let everyone in your household know that your budgies have been left out of their cages and that they are not allowed to open doors or windows.
- Keep other animals, such as dogs and cats, out of the room.
- Move all poisonous plants to another room.
- Turn off the fan to prevent the budgie from getting hurt. Make sure there are no hot surfaces such as heaters or stoves.
- Discard or cover all containers with water or liquid, such as a fish bowl or aquarium.
- Unplug the power cord and hide everything so the budgie won't bite.
Part 2 of 2: Playing with Budgie
Step 1. Set aside 10-15 minutes of play time, two to three times a week
Playing with your budgie is a great way to bond with your budgie and train it to respond to your directions. Maintain a consistent routine of playing sessions, lasting less than 15 minutes several times a day. This will keep your budgie entertained and active without exhausting them with long play sessions or nearly a day's walk.
Step 2. Use a different toy each week
During play sessions, it is very important to vary the toys. Try replacing your budgie toys every two weeks with toys that have different functions, colors, and textures. Instead of being wasteful buying a new toy every two weeks, you can change the location of the cage and the toys.
If possible, you should try to move the cage to different areas of your home so that your budgie can be exposed to different sounds and activities. This will keep him interested in his surroundings and prevent him from feeling bored
Step 3. Try the mirror game
Budgies love interactive play and you should try to engage as much as possible with your budgie playtime. One of the easiest ways to do this is to play with a small mirror. You can play this in a budgie cage or outside.
- Hold the mirror a few inches in front of the budgie's face. He will see his own reflection.
- When your budgie approaches the mirror, move the mirror in several different directions so the budgie will chase it.
- Do this a few times, letting your budgie hit the mirror each time.
- Reward when you end the game with a small snack.
Step 4. Play a game of hide and seek
Play this in a different area of the house or in an unfamiliar room, such as a basement or bedroom.
- Position the bird on the floor on one side of the room and back away. Say, "look for me!". Move a few feet away from your budgie and peek in corners of the room or behind furniture so your birds can't spy on you. Hide far enough that the birds will walk to get to you.
- If your budgie can't seem to find you, call him by name and give him a clue. If your budgie is very attached to you, he will seek you out to escape being alone in a strange place. When the budgie finds you say, “Good!” and give a snack.
Step 5. Play the ladder game
You have to play this with two people sitting on a carpeted staircase. One person must stand at the top of the ladder with the budgie and the other person must stand at the bottom of the ladder. The person at the top of the ladder should make the budgie stand at the top of the ladder as well and push him down. The person at the bottom of the stairs should call the bird by its name and say "Come down!"
the budgie started down the stairs flapping his wings as he started to jump down. Once he reaches the bottom, say, "Good!" and give him a snack
Step 6. Play “throw and catch”
This is a more advanced game you can play with a budgie if you have to teach a class with very active children.
- Use a light toy or a small, soft ball and throw it at the budgie and say, “Catch it!”. Your bird may pick objects with its beak. Reward this action with a “smart bird!” and a snack.
- You can try teaching your budgie to bring things to you when he catches them. Tell him to “come over” when he has something in his mouth and his actions seem awkward. Once he gets back to you, congratulate him with a “Good!” and give him a snack.
Step 7. Get your budgie out for its pilot session at the same time each day
You can interact and play with your budgie during their daily flying sessions. Let him play in his play gym or swing his toys alone. Use the toys to play catch and toss or to interact with you. Schedule flying sessions at the same time each day so your budgie will consider them routine. Over time, it will return to its nest by itself when the session ends.
