Write down each time your budgie bites you. Jot down the circumstances surrounding the bite. Was the budgie being handled at the time? Was in or out of their cage? Was the bite in response to being fed or given a treat? The more details you record regarding the incident the better. [1] X Research source Look for common themes and patterns regarding when your budgie bites. If your budgie tends to bite when they hear loud noises outside or when handled by unfamiliar people, they may be biting out of anxiety. If your budgie tends to bite around nighttime when they have been out of his cage for extended period, they may be biting because they’re tired and wants to go back in their cage. [2] X Research source
Seed and pellets, the kind that you buy at pet stores, should be the staple of a budgie’s diet. However, budgies will get bored eating the same meal day after day. Add variety to your budgie’s diet by adding sprouts, veggies, fruits and grains to their regular bird food. [4] X Research source Keep track of what times your budgie seems to rest. Make a conscious effort to give him space during these times. A budgie might become frustrated and bite if they’re being handled when they’re tired. Respect the fact budgies need lots of rest to feel healthy and happy. [5] X Research source
Allow a budgie to come to you. Do not grab a budgie but give them the option of perching on your hand or finger. [6] X Research source Do not follow your budgie from room to room. This can come off as chasing. In the wild, predators chase budgies in this manner. You do not want your budgie to mistake you as a threat, so allow them to fly from room to room on their own. [7] X Research source Talk to your budgie softly and offer them treats and toys. This will keep him calm and relaxed and allow him to establish a bond with you. If you have just purchased a budgie, give them space for a few weeks before attempting contact. [8] X Research source
Shreddable toys, like old toilet paper rolls and scrap paper, are fun for budgies. As they forage in the wild to build nests, they’ll enjoy tearing through paper in captivity. [9] X Research source Stop by a local pet store and look at what’s available in terms of bird toys. Many budgies enjoy puzzle toys, which are contraptions where you can hide a treat. The budgie will have fun trying to dismantle the puzzle in order to get a reward. These are great if you’re away from home for long periods during the day. [10] X Research source Play with your budgie. Budgies need one-on-one attention. Set aside time every day to spend with your budgie, especially if you only have one. Considering getting another budgie if your schedule does not allow you to spend time with your budgie each day. [11] X Research source
Never squirt a budgie with a spray bottle to address biting. This will cause the bird to perceive you as a threat. [14] X Research source Do not place a budgie in his cage as punishment. Budgies see their cages as safe, happy spaces. If your response to biting is to put the budgie in his cage, he will think his behavior is being rewarded or have negative thoughts on the cage, which will make it hard to return your budgie back after being outside. [15] X Research source
