Although Christmas is a wonderful time of year with its many customs and decorations it can be a very dangerous time for those of you who own pet parrots. Whether you own small pet parrots or large parrotsChristmas season that can be perilous to your feathered friends. If you allow your pet parrots freedom to roam the house outside of the cage then you will need to spend even extra attention to them at this festive time of year. there are many dangers lurking in the house during the
The first thing you will need to pay attention to is your Christmas tree. Whether you purchase a real tree or use an artificial Christmas tree there are dangers with both. Pine Needles and Berries are poisonous to pet parrots. Although there are other alternatives, always remember that most Christmas trees have been sprayed with pesticides which bring their own problems if your pet parrot should nibble on it. Trying to keep your pet parrots away from the Christmas tree can be a never ending job.
Another thing to take into consideration is your Christmas decorations. Things such as tinsel and angel hair can easily get caught in your pet parrots’ throat and cause severe GI damage. Also watch out for breakable Christmas balls that go on the tree. Although many Christmas decorations are made of plastic in this day and age, there are many of us who have well worn vintage Christmas decorations that have been passed down from generation to generation as family heirlooms. These glass decorations break so easily and a good nip from a birds beak can break it into smithereens in no time flat.
With all of the Christmas lights, wires and extension cords there are many dangers for your pet parrot to get into trouble with. Be sure to hide these well away from the birds reach so as not to electrocute your pet parrot inadvertently.
Last but not least don’t forget about any holiday plants you may bring into the house. The famous Holly and the Ivy are poisonous to your pet parrots as well as Pointsettias. Keep these well away from your pet parrots.
As you can see, there are many dangers lurking for your precious pet parrots at this time of year. Be sure to make your Christmas safe, not only for yourself, but for your fine feathered friends as well.
Above all else, have yourself a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
