DexMom
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When putting together Dexter's cage, I put in a rough perch for nail grooming. This is the perch that he has chosen to sleep on. I suspect he may have chosen it because it's the highest perch. I would have placed it in another part of the cage, if I knew at the time that birds often choose a sleeping position nearest the top of the cage.
Is it safe for his feet to spend so much time on this perch? Should I switch it out with a different perch in the same, high position? If there's nothing to be concerned about, I'll leave it be since he clearly likes it, but I don't want him to end up with sore feet.
Here's the perch he has:
Is it safe for his feet to spend so much time on this perch? Should I switch it out with a different perch in the same, high position? If there's nothing to be concerned about, I'll leave it be since he clearly likes it, but I don't want him to end up with sore feet.
Here's the perch he has: