TULLE USAGE IN CAGES
Although the usage of tulle is very common among bird owners, it is very dangerous for birds. Many of them have to undergo surgeries for this reason and may even lose some of their limbs. The threads that form the tulle cause gangrene by getting tangled around the fingers or wrists of the birds. Even if the owner notices and removes it, some of the threads may remain, and as the bird pecks the area to remove them, it becomes more entangled. So what are the do’s and don’ts?
- You should not use cage tulles at all.
- If you have to use it, you should put on the tulle after wrapping a stretch film around the cage at a height that will exceed the tulle.
- When you notice that the threads are tangled, you should take your bird to a veterinary clinic instead of trying to remove it yourself.
If detected early, the affected limb can be saved. However, if it is delayed, there can be finger or foot amputation. Although the birds have difficulties at the beginning, they adapt to this new situation after a while. They may not be able to fly because they have to fly with the power from their feet, but this probability will vary depending on the area and size of the amputation. The problem will progress if the operation is not performed, so listen to your veterinarian’s recommendations.
If you think your bird has such a problem, take it to a veterinary clinic without delay.