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Bird Information

Bird Information Our friendly, feathered friends come in many types and sizes. There is some interesting bird information you should be aware of if you are considering a bird as a pet.

The following bird information should be checked when considering a bird for purchase:
  • Make sure the bird is breathing well (not wheezing or straining).
  • Eyes should be clear and clean.
  • Feathers should be shiny with no bare spots.
  • The bird should be alert and aware.
  • Feel the bird to check it's weight. A protruding breast bone means the bird is underweight and could be ill.
  • Handle the bird to make sure it likes you.
Always request a complete bill of sale and make sure you can return the bird if your vet determines it's not healthy.

Some important pet bird information to know includes substances that may be toxic to your bird:
  • It is very important to make sure that your bird's cage is painted with lead-free paint.
  • Make sure your curtain rods are also lead-free if you allow your bird to fly about the house.
  • Tap water delivered in lead pipes can have a toxic affect on your bird.
  • Signs of poisoning can include vomiting, seizures, diarrhea and lethargy.
  • Some common household poisons to avoid include:
    • Antifreeze
    • Any household pest you eliminate with poisons also becomes toxic to your bird
    • Alcohol
    • Ammonia
    • Detergents containing boric acid
    • Drain cleaners
    • Various types of fuel including gas, oil and kerosene
    • Furniture and metal polish
    • Gasoline
    • Hair dye
    • Laundry bleach
    • Mushrooms
    • Nail Polish
    • Oven Cleaners
    • Paint and paint thinner
    • Pesticides
    • Pine oil poisons (rat, snail, roach bait)
    • Rust remover
    • Shaving lotion
    • Spot removers
    • Super Glue
    • Toilet bowl cleaner that hangs exposed inside the toilet bowl
    • Various types of bathroom cleaners
    • Varnish
Do not leave any of these substances sitting out and put away the rag or dust cloth that you used to clean with.

If you are at all concerned your bird might be poisoned, take your bird to the vet right away.

The more bird information you know, the better. You could save your bird's life!


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