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.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Bird Cage Cleaner
• Small Bird Play Pen
• Wire Brushes
• Bird Cage Paper

1. Remove the bird from the cage. Keep her in a safe place, away from any open windows or doors.
2. Remove any toys, perches or food dishes from the cage.
3. If the cage has a detachable bottom, remove the bottom and dump any loose droppings in the trash.
4. If there is no detachable bottom, carefully turn the entire cage upside down over a garbage can, and gently shake out any loose droppings.
5. Put both parts of the cage in the shower, and run very hot water over them to remove excess soiling.
6. 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.
7. Rinse the cage in hot water in the shower, and allow all excess water to drain off the cage.
8. Dry the cage with a clean, dry cloth. If you're working with a two-part cage, reassemble it.
9. 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.
10. Return the toys, perches, food dishes and bird to the cage.

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.