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Activity and Exercise

Sedentary birds are bored birds and they can also become obese. Activity and exercise are necessary for birds to remain healthy and stay behaved. Bird fitness doesn't have to be boring – in fact it can be easy to find fun things for birds to do! Play gyms, swings, and many other toys can help eliminate some of these effects of a sedentary bird including the health issues associated with obesity.

As with humans, sedentary behavior in birds is dangerous. It often weakens muscles, decreases blood circulation and respiratory capacity, as well as contributes to foot injuries and potentially deadly conditions such as heart disease, obesity, high cholesterol, and fatty liver syndrome.

Help prevent obesity by providing fun exercise options with our large selection of bird toys.

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