Bathing
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Bathing is an excellent way to encourage preening.
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Every birds have its own way of bathing.
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If the bird does not appear to like bathing, chances are the preferred method has not been discovered. Bathing suggestions,
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Bowel filled with water
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Installing mister or fogger, ideal for larger birds
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Water faucet, making sure that water does not get too hot
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Wet foliage, great for budgies and other small birds
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Sprinkler in warmer day
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Shower with buddy good for larger birds.
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Bird should be bathed daily for a schedule of two or three in a week is ideal.
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A soap or cleaning agent should not be used.
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Even in small amount it may destroy the protective oil coat of the birds.
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Last modified: Thursday, 7 June 2012, 8:21 AM