Substances Harmful to Your Cockatiel

Part of the Cockatiels For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Many of the cosmetics and cleaning products you use without thinking can be very harmful to your cockatiel. Being small creatures, birds are sensitive to even minute toxins in the air, so never expose your pet to any of the following substances:

Aerosol sprays	New carpet odor
Smoke, including cigarette smoke	Pesticides
Cleaners	Room fresheners
Gas emitted from nonstick cookware when it’s overheated (over 530° F)	Rug cleaner
Hair spray	Scented candles
Natural gas leak	Self-cleaning-oven spray