could i use a different garbage catcher

[bubbaanddaisy]

could i use those small pieces of shredded would thats what it looks like ive seen it at petsmart and it looks like the ones the stores use in hamster cages also their still will be a grate in between the birds and they filter thanks and is there any other type of filtering i could use

 

[Remy]

That would probably work. A lot of people use newspaper. Some even shred newspaper to use as bedding.

 

[wwendy104]

I know here they seel stuff that is for the bottom of the cage it is like crushed shells. Wood chips are usually Cedar and I have heard that is a no no. I personally use either dog pads or news paper.

 

[weco]

If you're talking about cedar shavings...NO...they can cause skin irritations on birds & there is evidence that they may also cause birds to pluck and/or mutilate, as well as possible respiratory problems.

Actually, cedar shavings should not be used as bedding or otherwise around pets or their cages...especially babies:

Eco-Muse Journal (see mayapple)

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Skin Rash Due to Contact with Irritants in Dogs | petMD (see mulch/cedar chips)


Horse Shavings - Wood Bedding That is Toxic for Horses

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If you can find aspen shavings, those would be OK.....

Just because it is sold in the pet department of your favorite department store, supermarket, pet store or online vendor doesn't make it safe for your birds or other animals.....their interest is selling product/merchandise, not researching safety issues.....until it becomes publicly noticed.....

 

[DannyA93]

At my petsmart theres cedar, which is bad as stated above, aspen and pine! i personally love pine smell reminds me of home lol but i use all the extra newspaper that they hand out here

 

[nicolee003]

You'd be better off just using newspaper. If theres a grate over the newspaper then printed paper is fine. If the bird is able to come in contact with the newspaper then you should use unprinted newspaper.

 

[Joeyx]

i would avoid all beddings and just use newspaper. here's something i found recently
that would give you a general idea of why its the best, i guess.

The Best Liner To Use In Your Parrot?s Cage