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When should I bathe my new cockatiel after bringing him home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male

How long should I wait to introduce baths to my new cockatiel after I bring him home?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 29th, 2018

Give your cockatiel 2-3 days time to get used to his new home. When he is calm and feels comfortable you can introduce a bird bath for him. Give him time to get to know that too. Your bird should be fine.

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