How to Use a Bird Diaper
A bird excretes droppings about three times an hour. Consequently, bird owners are often reluctant to take their winged pets out of the cage for any length of time or to allow them to fly around indoors. A bird diaper is a solution that is easy to implement by following a few simple steps.
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Instructions
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Appreciate the design of the bird diaper. It looks like a one-piece bathing suit with straps. The bottom of the diaper is extended to form a sack that catches the droppings. They stick to a disposable lining.
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Put the diaper on the floor of the cage, belly side down. Stand the bird on top of the diaper with feet on the leg holes of the diaper.
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Stretch the diaper straps over the wings. Join the two sides of the diaper that extend down the back of the bird. The diaper has a fabric hook and loop fastener.
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Pull the sack that catches the droppings toward the tail of the bird.
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Change the liner and diaper about every five hours or more frequently.
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Wash the diaper when it becomes soiled. It is made of comfortable, durable fabric. Discard the liner.
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Spray a light mist of clear warm water to clean away any stray droppings on the bird.
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Tips & Warnings
When washing a bird diaper, rinse thoroughly to remove any soap residue.
If you place the diaper on the bird outdoors, attach a bird leash to the diaper to prevent the bird from escaping.
Never soak a bird with water when cleaning it.
Do not use soaps or chemicals to clean stray droppings from the bird.
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wigglypups
Mar 24, 2009
Bird diapers should be changed about every hour or less. Five hours is waaaay too long to wait! -
wigglypups
Mar 24, 2009
Bird diapers should be changed about every hour or less. Five hours is waaaay too long to wait!
