i asked a question labled HELP! parekeets?
and people say not to put it near toxic fumes(duh) does that mean candles? beacouse i love candles and would like to be able to still burn them, any advise?
2007-01-05 06:55:57 · 5 answers · asked by etudiant des dieux 2 in Pets ➔ Birds
I have raised birds for 20 yrs and use candles all the time as long as the birds are not loose where they can make contact with them. I have had no problems out of burning them in the same room as long as the candles are away from the birds and the birds are in their cages.
2007-01-05 07:05:29 · answer #1 · answered by reasonable-sale-lots 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
unscented candles are generally safe. I currently have 12 birds, and light candles simply because I love them. My birds are in the cage when the candles are burning, and usually in a totally different room, not only that i make sure there is plenty of air movement. I've had my birds for 11 years, and never had one pass on me for anything other than old age. :) I am so thankful for that. Good Luck.
2007-01-05 22:28:51 · answer #2 · answered by Lovebird 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a story about Glade scented candles causing the sudden death of 2 pet birds. I use them and they are harmless. Birds are tougher than we think. Considering the massive toxins in the air especially in big cities, if birds were so delicate than they would be falling out of the sky. If you feel that scented candles are dangerous, then don't use them. My birds have lived long and happy lives with scented candles. Use your own good judgment. Have a tweet year.
2007-01-06 01:30:46 · answer #3 · answered by firestarter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because birds have complex and sensitive respiratory systems, I'd advise against using scented candles in closed areas where birds are present. There have been some reports of birds dying after exposure to scented or 'room freshening' candles. Remember, household products are not routinely tested on birds, therefore manufacturers cannot certify that they are harmful or harmless to birds. If you err, please do so on the side of caution.
Essential oils and chemicals are added to these candles to create the scents. These are dispersed into the air as the candles burn. The inhaled particles are small enough to pass through the human body's 'filter system' (lungs) and become lodged in the tissues. Grey marks, called 'ghosting' may appear on interior walls when scented candles are used.
2007-01-05 15:38:04 · answer #4 · answered by crysmck 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
The SCENTS shouldn't be a big problem... But don't let them in a room unsupervised with candles unless you like chicken nuggets;)
2007-01-05 15:02:26 · answer #5 · answered by Kitty Kat 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋