π 5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Bird Happy & Healthy This Autumn π
The seasons are changing, and just like us, our birds feel it too! Cooler nights, shorter days, and drier air can all have an impact on their health and comfort. A few small adjustments to their setup can make all the difference in keeping them happy, cozy, and thriving through autumn. Here are five simple tips to help!
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π¦ 1. Choose the Right Perches
As it gets cooler, plastic perches can feel cold and uncomfortable, and even wooden dowels arenβt ideal since they keep your birdβs feet in the same position all the time. This can lead to sore feet or even arthritis over time!
The best option? Natural wood perches, like Ninoβs JavaΒ wood or Liana perches. These give your birdβs feet the variety they need, help prevent pressure sores, and donβt get as cold as plastic. Plus, they make perching way more funβjust like in the wild!
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π¨ 2. Be Mindful of Drafts
Cool autumn breezes are refreshing, but drafts can be a real problem for birds. Sudden temperature drops, especially at night, can make it harder for them to regulate their body temperature.
While windows and open doors arenβt always an issue, itβs good to be aware of your birdβs surroundings. Is their cage near a window that gets chilly at night? A door thatβs constantly opening and letting in cold air? Adjusting their setup as the weather changes helps keep them safe from getting too chilly!
ποΈ 3. A Cozy Cover for Better Sleep
The days are getting shorter, and your bird might start winding down earlierβeven if weβre not ready for bed just yet! But all those household lights, TV screens, and evening movement can make it harder for them to get the sleep they need.
A breathable cage cover helps create a calm, quiet space for them to settle in, without distractions keeping them up. Just make sure to leave some ventilationβwe donβt want to block out fresh air completely!
A well-rested bird is a happy, healthy bird, and honestly, we all sleep better with fewer distractions. π
βοΈ 4. Sunlight & Vitamin D Boost
As the days get shorter and the sunβs UVB rays weaken, your bird might not be getting enough Vitamin D3βwhich is essential for strong bones, healthy feathers, and overall well-being. Since glass blocks UVB, sitting near a window wonβt help them absorb what they need.
Hereβs how to keep their Vitamin D levels up:
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Safe Sunlight β Supervised outdoor time in a secure cage or aviary for 10-15 minutes a few times a week.
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UVB Bird Lamp β A high-quality UVB light can help indoor birds get what they need.
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Diet Support β Seed-based diets lack Vitamin D, so a vet-approved supplement might be needed.
π₯ 5. Autumn Seasonal Foods
One of the best things about autumn? All the delicious, hearty foods! Just like we enjoy warm pumpkin soup or roasted veggies, our birds can benefit from warming, nutrient-rich meals too!
Soft-cooked pumpkin, sweet potato, and carrot make amazing autumn treats, packed with vitamins and fiber. Adding in Vitamin D-rich foods like eggs and broccoli helps keep their bones and feathers strong during the cooler months.
A warm meal (cooled to a safe temperature, of course!) can be a comforting and nutritious treat on chilly days!
Keep Your Bird Happy This Autumn! π
A few small changes can go a long way in keeping your feathered friend happy, healthy, and comfortable as the weather cools down. Do you have any favourite autumn tips for your birds? Weβd love to hear them! Share your ideas with us on social media!