First, Some Safety Tips

• Use Bird-Safe Materials: Natural, untreated wood, paper, vegetable-tanned leather, stainless steel, or 100% cotton rope.

• Avoid: Glue, toxic metals (like zinc), paint, rubber bands, or frayed strings that could entangle them.

• Always Supervise New Toys: Watch how your bird interacts to make sure it’s safe.

Easy Handmade Bird Toy Ideas

1. Paper Shredder Ball

What You Need:

• Plain, unprinted paper

• Small wicker ball (bird-safe)

How to:

• Shred the paper into thin strips.

• Stuff the wicker ball with shredded paper.

• Hide a small treat inside for extra fun!

2. Vegetable Kabob

What You Need:

• Bird-safe veggies (like carrot slices, bell peppers, broccoli)

• A stainless steel skewer (bird-safe)

How to:

• Thread pieces of veggies onto the skewer.

• Hang it in the cage for a fun, edible toy!

3. DIY Rope Swing

What You Need:

• Thick, 100% cotton rope

• Wooden perches or untreated wood dowels

How to:

• Tie the rope securely between two perches or around a sturdy frame.

• Make sure it’s stable and at a good height for swinging fun!

4. Foraging Box

What You Need:

• A small clean cardboard box

• Non-toxic paper

• Bird-safe treats

How to:

• Fill the box with crumpled paper and hide treats inside.

• Let your bird dig and forage—great mental stimulation!

5. Bead & Button Chain

What You Need:

• Bird-safe beads

• Vegetable-tanned leather strips or untreated cotton rope

How to:

• Thread the beads onto the rope, knotting between them.

• Hang it vertically for your bird to peck and tug at.

Pro Tips:

• Rotate Toys Weekly: Keep things fresh and exciting.

• Make It Colorful: Birds love bright, natural colors (use vegetable-dyed materials).

• Observe & Adjust: Some birds prefer chewing, others like swinging or foraging—see what your bird loves most!