How to Use Clothespins for Your Canary Cage

A clothespin is an indispensable item for a canary cage. This inexpensive little item can be used in an incredible number of ways, making daily canary care a much easier task.

Things You'll Need

• Plastic or wooden clothespins
• Small bag or basket

Instructions

1. Fill a small bag or basket with clothespins and store it near your canary cage to ensure that you always have a few handy when you care for your canary.

2. Use a clothespin to keep the cage door open or closed. Simply clip the open door to the side of the cage to leave your hands free to clean the cage, refill your bird's food dish or handle your canary.

3. Secure multiple food dishes together with a clothespin. This helps reduce spills and reduces clean-up time.

4. Use clothespins to help feed your birds by clipping greens or treats to the side or top of the cage. Simply remove the clothespin when your bird has finished eating the item and replace it as often as needed. Be sure to place it in an area that is easy for your canary to access.

5. Create small perches by clipping clothespins at different heights to encourage your canary to play in his cage.

6. Replace your clothespins on a regular basis to prevent the spread of harmful bacteria and molds.