Quick question concerning outdoor limbs for perches.

[Edster]

Hi. I've read many posts of people using limbs from outdoors for their perches. My cages are all indoors..too cold for outdoor stuff here. I've also read posts that tell me I must be very careful that there is no disease on these limbs..should I bring them indoors.

My Question: what should I be looking for, Will these diseases be obvious? What do people do when they bring in branches off outdoor trees to make them safe. I have ash, willow and birch in my back yard.

I've read that these natural tree branches are good for finch feet so really would like to use them.

Ed

[Mick M.]

Natural perche's are great for bird's with the varying width's of branch'es exercising their feet/toe's . If you do decide to use these give them a good scrub with dilute detergent , dry them well and they're ready for use
Regards , Mick M.

[Edster]

Ok, will do that. Thanks Mick for your advice.


Ed

[lou]

Well said Mick

[cindy]

I soak the branches in a diluted solution of bleach and water for 15 minutes, scrub, rinse well and sun dry completely.