Making your own bird toys saves money, recycles old materials and keeps birds occupied and engaged. Make homemade bird toys with tips from a bird ca...
Making your own bird toys saves money, recycles old materials and keeps birds occupied and engaged. Make homemade bird toys with tips from a bird caretaker in this free video on birds. Expert: Madeline Franco Bio: Madeline Franco has been working with birds since age 7, and is a work-at-home “Bird Mom” for approximately 30 birds. Filmmaker: Michael Burton
The Rules of Bathing While various bathing methods abound, there are a few simple rules that apply to bathing all pet birds: Use only plain, clear water. Although some pet supply companies market commercial “bird shampoos”, the best and safest way to bathe your bird is with plain water. Birds produce a special oil that they preen their feathers with, and this oil can be stripped through the use of soaps or detergents. This can result in unhealthy feathers and unhappy birds. Only bathe your bird during the warmest part of the day. Wet birds easily get chilled, which can be a serious health hazard. Bathe your bird during a warm part of the day so that your bird’s feathers have a chance to dry completely before the temperature drops towards nightfall. Make sure the water is a comfortable temperature. Water that is too hot or cold can shock a bird’s system, not to mention causing burns and a host of other serious conditions. Always check the temperature of the water before offering your bird a bath. Many birds prefer their bath water to be lukewarm or room temperature. Never saturate your bird’s feathers. In the wild, birds never allow their feathers to become completely soaked through. This can lead to loss of body heat and flight impairment. Except in extreme circumstances, it should never be necessary to completely soak a pet bird. If you always follow these simple rules of bathing, you can ensure that bathtime for your pet will be a safe activity, no matter which bathing …