Home Safety

Household Dangers

Cleaners and chemicals (including aerosols, perfume, paint, suntan lotion, shoe polish, bleach, etc)
Insects/Rodents (disease, bites, or traps, poisons and repellents)
Open containers of water (including sinks and toilets)
Open doors and windows (especially if wings not clipped)
Animals (even the saliva from a dog or cat can kill)
Ceiling Fans
Teflon (found in cooking pans, heaters, toaster ovens and more)
Phone and Electrical cords
People (being stepped, sat on, or rough handled)
Hot Stove tops
Space Heaters
Scented Candles/Air Fresheners
Cigarettes (smoke and eating/chewing tobacco)
Fireplaces (heat and escape)
Mirrors/Windows/Walls (flying into)
Medicines
String/Rope/Carpet (getting snagged/caught)

Beware of live Christmas Trees that may have been sprayed with potentially toxic preservatives!

Safe Plants and Trees

Following is a list of indoor and outdoor plants which are believed to be safe for birds. The information below has been compiled from various sources and is provided as a service. We assume no liabilities, implied or otherwise. This is not medical advice. Check with avian experts for accuracy and applicability to your particular situation.

Safe House and Outdoor Plants

Note: Nothing is safe if toxic chemicals or insecticides have been sprayed on them. Before installing them in any cage, scrub all branches with a non-toxic disinfectant (such as diluted chlorine bleach) then rinse and dry well.