I am looking to get a bigger cage for my 2 year old conure. Currently I’m in the market to buy one online that is advertised as a “solid metal cage” coated with “non-toxic hammertone paint” which included stainless steel dishes. I was just wondering if this would actually be a safe cage for a green cheek. The seller is YaheeTech, which is based in Ontario California but customer pictures show a box with "Made in China." Mostly 5 stars, with lowest rating be 3 stars. Is non-toxic hammertone safe? Pet's info: Bird | Conure | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 7 months old

This specific coating or paint is safe and is commonly used in bird cages of various sizes. "Hammertone" is just a description of the finish. It looks like the bars were hit with a hammer to give a textured appearance.

Is a non-toxic hammertone metal cage safe for my conure?

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I am looking to get a bigger cage for my 2 year old conure. Currently I’m in the market to buy one online that is advertised as a “solid metal cage” coated with “non-toxic hammertone paint” which included stainless steel dishes. I was just was just w

Thanks for reaching out. The biggest question is where the cage was manufactures and what quality controls are present. Unfortunately, some cages made in China or other countries have shown to not be as advertised. A little research with the company name might give more information. Good luck.

Updated on September 24th, 2025

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If my cage is very slightly rusted and has paint chipping away do I need a new cage or can I just sand it off with sand paper and clean away the shavings?

Clean it thoroughly then reseal it with a bird safe paint. Ideally, a new cage would be recommended if your budget allows. A larger bird may be able to break a wire or bar weakened by rust and cleaning. This can cause injury or infection.

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I read from a Vet on Internet Site, about Canaries and Paint. It read "Some paints have zinc, esp. the whites. Painting has fumes, but you an buy "low, VOC paints" and the latex Interior paints are safe to use even in the presence of birds. VOC st

A low VOC paint still has VOCs. The low level may not pose an issue in larger, well ventilated rooms however, if the bird room is small I would still recommend moving the cage. Wait until you can no longer detect any paint odor then move the cage back. Monitor for lethargy, tail bobbing when breathing, decreased appetite or trouble perching.

Updated on September 24th, 2025

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Is there any Brand of Indoor Paint and Stain you can use near a Canary? He would be about 18 feet away from the painting area.

Any paint that is labeled very low or zero VOCs (volatile organic compounds ) would be OK, but to be safe, move Ringo out of the room totally & make sure there are at least a couple of open windows for a couple of hours after you finish painting.

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I really need to paint the walls in three rooms. My Canary, Ringo, will be at least 18 feet away from the painting, in another room, without a door. What product should I use, in Ontario, Canada, to Paint and Stain Walls and Cupboards? Thanks!

Hi, I'm happy you're thinking about the safety of Ringo. I recommend choosing a paint brand that has low VOCs or no VOCs - these are paints that don't give off dangerous fumes. Also open windows and doors, and use a fan to ventilate while you work and for a couple of days afterwards until the new paint odor is gone. You may need to remove and repaint interior doors and cupboard doors outside if the gloss paint has a strong odor.

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Will chewing on a rusty cage hurt my dwarf hamster?

Hello! A rusty cage is not recommended for a few reasons. First, your hamster could be exposed to heavy metals like lead and zinc that are components of cage metals. Animals are protected from these heavy metals by the powder coating that’s applied, but as the cage ages and the coating cracks and peels off, exposure can occur. The rust is an indication that any powder coating is old and compromised. Secondly, the rusty bars may damage your hamsters insicors and this could become a bigger issue if there is an incisor fracture or damage to the roots. I would recommend getting a new cage for these reasons. Hope that helps.

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What types of frying pans, cookware, etc., can you cook in, that is safe for a Canary. Stove is about 10 feet away on one side, and Vent with food odors, is about 6 - 7 feet away.

You and containing Teflon or polytetrafluoroethylene are toxic to birds when used at home in the same room. If you will be using cookware with Teflon, then it would be best to separate Ringo to another room with a shut door so as to avoid the smoke. Even then, Ringo would be at risk of having toxicity from the Teflon. Look at the link below for more information. Hope this helps and best of luck. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/teflon-polytetrafluoroethylene-poisoning-in-birds

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How far away can you use Wood Stain, from a Canary? Also, how far away from the Canary, to use Water-Based Paint?

If the wood stain is water based there should be no problem to use it in the same room. The same is true for water based paint., Your bird should have no access to the painted surfaces until they have dried completely. It would be best to put the cage into another room for 2 or 3 days.

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Is there a type of bird cage for parakeets. We have two that are in a basic counter top cage but I wanted to get a bigger one. I was told not to get one with dome top. Is this correct?

Hello! You absolutely can get a dome top cage! The bigger the better for birds, as exercise is very important to their physical and psychological health. The major thing to consider if the bar spacing. You don’t want the parakeets to be able to get their heads through the bars, so stick with 1/4-1/2 inch spacing to be safe. Some big cages have wider spacing, around 1 inch and this may be too wide for your birds. Also, make sure the cage is high quality powder coated and not exposed metal, as zinc and lead exposure can be an issue with wrought iron or hand made cages. Good luck!

Updated on September 24th, 2025

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I'm planning on making perches for my budgies, but I don't know if pine is okay. I have found a lot of different answers online, but none actually answer my question. Is pine okay to make bird furniture out of?

Pine is fine. There are no reports of this being toxic and pinecones are often used for enrichment for captive birds. I would not worry at all about making the pine furniture. I hope that helps and all is well with Pepsi.

Updated on September 24th, 2025

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