Want to kill your bird?

[Larry, Baby and Me]

Sorry for the thread heading - but this has to be reminded from time to time.

I was lurking about on other boards and came across a bird that most likely is dying or possibly now dead because of products used on it.

Remember --- commercial enterprises are usually out to make a buck and don't give a care about your bird.

Before you use anything on your bird - post what you intend to use before you buy it or use it - to get input from others.

Here are some of the products that can kill your bird...

http://www.crazypetsupplies.com/bird-protector-large-p-7397.html?osCsid=ffe9fe769d3d89d04d49f61b4674abad

http://www.petdiscounters.com/c58/Scalex-Mite-Lice-Spray-for-Birds-p800.html?PETDISCO=lulrhmoicoogfltah0uskrrfi2

http://www.petdiscounters.com/c58/Cease-Anti-Feather-Picking-Spray-p1565.html?PETDISCO=niageivhjrvcvjooku1gpr5tk6

http://www.petdiscounters.com/c58/Bitter-Apple-Taste-Deterrent-for-Birds-p4504.html?PETDISCO=dk5k1pbdt0ps5t164c9c3j0rh7

http://www.petdiscounters.com/c58/Dander-Down-Dander-Control-p804.html?PETDISCO=511j7us4vponiclq9sc75qvqr5

[Chrissy and Flock]

Its really sad that some uniformed people will actually buy that stuff, there should be a warning on the label like "consult a vet before using this product".

[bonnie]

I bought that last one. Then I found Larry and Anna and never used it thank goodness.

[Chrissy and Flock]

Lucky you Bonnie, its so good to have these people with so much knowledge to go to for advice.

[bonnie]

I know for a fact that if I didn't have the people I've met I wouldn't have Chicken. They got me through the stage after the honeymoon stage. I'm SO glad they have been here for me. I would have given up one of the best things in my life just because I didn't know how to deal with him.

[Chrissy and Flock]

The stage after the honeymoon?

[bonnie]

Yea, the stage where he wasn't being so sweet as he was when we first got him home. LOL

[Chrissy and Flock]

Guess I will have deal with that from AngelBaby, at what age is the honeymoon over?

[bonnie]

It's more like how long does it last with the bird when you bring it home. Chicken is an 8year old rehome. With most birds, there is a period of adjustment where they seem to be on their best behavior. It's kind of their time to get use to their new home. After they find their place, they get louder and bossier. Chicken's transition wasn't too bad, but he did a lot of screaming and a bit of biting that Larry and Anna really helped me through.

[Chrissy and Flock]

Cassie is approx 9 yr old rehome that I have known for 7 yrs she has always been a very sweet bird, I hope she stays that way. She gets a little loud sometimes, but thats okay. 3 birds soon to be 4 making a racket and 4 dogs barking, think I need to invest in some good earplugs LOL

[bonnie]

LOL Ashley and Anna were talking about getting me some for my birthday! LOL

[birdscomefirst]

I've been advising against those things for a long time. It's great to have all the links in one post.

Thanks, Larry, baby and Me (or is it you)

Bill

[too&me]

And the many people products that should never be used on or close to birds that some sites recommend using-like Vicks vapo rub that is death in a jar.

[bonnie]

And the many people products that should never be used on or close to birds that some sites recommend using-like Vicks vapo rub that is death in a jar.
I want to know what would posess someone to put something like that on a bird! I mean, Seriously! It burns my nose and doesn't wash off very well... I wouldn't even CONSIDER puting it on Chicken!

[Chrissy and Flock]

I wouldn't put the jar in the same room as my birds.

[FoxersArtist]

IIt's sad to know that some people will buy these products thinking they are doing a good thing. What's up with the bitter apple? Birds don't even have enough taste buds to be detered by bitter taste, do they?...not to mention the alcohol content.
-Anna

[Birdlover]

Its bad enough that they get used, but shame on manufacturers for making things iike this and marketing them for use on birds. :mdgrr:

[Larry, Baby and Me]

IIt's sad to know that some people will buy these products thinking they are doing a good thing. What's up with the bitter apple? Birds don't even have enough taste buds to be detered by bitter taste, do they?...not to mention the alcohol content.
-Anna

And the wierd thing about it is... parrots prefer spicy hot and bitter tastes.

I will tell you... during my quest in the lead in cage paint mess - I have contacted dozens upon dozens of importers, distributors, retailers, authors, and so-called avian authorities including well known vets ---- I have found most don't care about your bird -- they want to make a buck.

And that is not something I pulled off the top of my head --- I can back it all up and name names if any one cares for me to do so.