Introducing New Perches Without Stress

Birds are neophobic. A new object placed straight into the cage can be alarming rather than enriching.

Show it first

Leave the new perch outside the cage but in view for a day or two before fitting it.

Change one thing at a time

Replacing every perch in one session removes all the familiar footing at once.

Expect a few days

A bird that ignores a new perch for a week has not rejected it. Leave it in place.