PausitoRoutine BuilderHow often should you clean a bird cage?
Scrub the whole bird cage at least once a month. Change the floor paper and clean the food and water dishes every day.
VCA animal hospitals advise cleaning the whole cage once or twice a month with hot water and non-toxic soap. The floor paper and dishes are done daily. Replace wooden perches every 6 to 12 months.
- Move the bird to a second cage or safe room
- Take out perches, toys and dishes
- Scrub the cage with hot water and non-toxic soap and rinse
- Let everything dry and set the cage up again
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Why does it matter?
VCA animal hospitals advise cleaning the whole cage once or twice a month with hot water and non-toxic soap. The floor paper and dishes are done daily. Replace wooden perches every 6 to 12 months.
How do you go about it?
Move the bird to a second cage or safe room. Take out perches, toys and dishes. Scrub the cage with hot water and non-toxic soap and rinse. Let everything dry and set the cage up again.
What source is this answer based on?
This answer is based on: VCA Animal Hospitals.
30 to 60 minutes.
- hot water
- non-toxic soap
- brush
- floor paper
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This is a general guideline, not veterinary advice. If in doubt, or if your animal seems unwell, follow your vet’s advice.
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