How to Clean a Birdcage
Cleaning your bird's cage can be relatively fast and easy if you maintain a regular cleaning schedule. That way, the mess never gets out of control.
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Instructions
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Remove the bird from the cage. Keep her in a safe place, away from any open windows or doors.
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Remove any toys, perches or food dishes from the cage.
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If the cage has a detachable bottom, remove the bottom and dump any loose droppings in the trash.
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If there is no detachable bottom, carefully turn the entire cage upside down over a garbage can, and gently shake out any loose droppings.
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Put both parts of the cage in the shower, and run very hot water over them to remove excess soiling.
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Use a bird-friendly, non-toxic cleanser to scrub the cage and the cage bottom; use a brush, sponge or plastic scrub pad until all soiling is removed.
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Rinse the cage in hot water in the shower, and allow all excess water to drain off the cage.
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Dry the cage with a clean, dry cloth. If you're working with a two-part cage, reassemble it.
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Clean the toys and perches. Remove excess soiling by holding them under hot running water, then scrub them with the bird-friendly, non-toxic cleanser. Rinse in hot water and dry with a clean, dry cloth.
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Return the toys, perches, food dishes and bird to the cage.
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Tips & Warnings
You may need to wash out your shower after using it to clean your birdcage.
If you're having a hard time scrubbing the cage clean, try soaking it in soap and water or a special bird debris remover.
Try stacking several layers of paper tray liners in the cage; when the top one gets dirty, just remove it to reveal a clean one underneath.
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erika321
Jun 06, 2007
I use a home power washer every few months on my cages and stands. The only cleaners I have ever used in the power washer or on the cages or toys are white vinegar and water (mixed 50/50) and a dash of dawn dish soap. This mixture will remove stubborn bird poop from any item and does not harm the paint finish and is non-toxic to the birds. I also use white vinegar and water for the bird room floor, walls, windows and doors. I mop my floor with my birds in the room. The vinegar is non-toxic and does not give off dangerous fumes. Cloth toys and rope toys can be run through the washing machine, on hot water with a couple of cups of white vinegar added to the wash cycle. Then allowed to air dry. BTW the Shark floor power sweeper is the best for getting up chunky food, dried poop and feathers. I got tired of cleaning my shop vac hose out every few minutes! -
Nov 22, 2005
Take the cage to a do-it-yourself car wash. Using the high powered sprayer will take all the layers of bird poop out of the hard to reach corners of the cage. Make sure you rinse all the soap away. I do this once a year, it is amazing how much better it cleans the cage. And hey, no scrubbing!
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Nov 22, 2005
I use a pet-friendly, enzyme-based stain and odor remover (the kind used for cleaning up dog or cat urine). I just soak the cage parts for about 5-10 minutes and the gunk comes off very easily. Because Nature's Miracle uses natural enzymes, it also does a great job of deodorizing. Personally, I like Nature's Miracle (it has a citrus scent), but there are a couple out there that are good.
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Nov 22, 2005
I use a small amount of bleach and hot, soapy water to clean all wooden things. I dry them in the oven at 150-200 degress after thoroughly rinsing them. Any remaining bleach will dissipate as the perches dry.
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Nov 22, 2005
For those stubborn spots on wooden perches, I found that it was easiest to use any sandpaper and buff them out. This is true for any small wooden toy, too.
