Polly’s Pastels are handcrafted & designed to automatically trims a bird’s nails and beak, while providing a variable-size grip that is therapeutic to the feet and leg muscles. Created in eye-pleasing pastels that are attractive to birds, this textured, non-slip surface is safe for bird’s feet. The non-toxic colors contained throughout the perch will not rub off; no paints or oils are used. It is indestructible to the strongest beak, and is veterinarian tested and used for over 32 years.