Is it safe for parrots to eat fig newtons?

Answer 1

Human baked treats like fig newtons, cake, cookies, etc. have too much sugar for a parrot. If you have accidentally fed fig newtons to your parrot, and your parrot liked it, you can substitute more healthful treats that are similar. Look for dried fruit treats at your pet supply store or in online stores like Fosters Smith (see related link). Make sure that these are the kind specifically made for pets. Dried fruit treats for people, like you find in the grocery store, usually have added sugar or preservatives that could make your bird sick. You can make a bird-safe newton-like treat by carefully slicing a piece of plain whole wheat toast partway so it makes a pocket (like a pita pocket) and stuffing dried fruit inside. This turns the treat into a foraging toy with a fruit surprise inside. As with all treats, make sure it is an appropriate size for your bird and doesn't displace too much of your bird's regular food.

Answer 2

Yes