M'sBabies Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 I feel like I am being too paranoid. I have a friend that has a Congo, Cockatoo and several Lovebirds. Over the past two weeks four of her Lovebirds have passed away. (All under a year old). She is having them tested to see what happened. She sent me a package with homemade food, treats and toys. I did not bring the box in the house and will be getting rid of it on trash day. Am I being too paranoid? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Not paranoid just having safety as your main concern. Were these toys new or used? If new they should be safe if used then trash them. There are so many non contagious things that can kill birds especially smaller birds - bad food, dirty water, toxic cage paint (yes they are manufactured that way-think Chinese lead paint) mold or mildew, eating bugs who may carry parasites, toxins inhaled from cooking, candles, room sprays and insecticide sprays just for starters. Small birds are more subject to all of these hazards. Do let us know what the post mortem results are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murfchck Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 In one word, no. Until you know why, why risk it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbsmomto1 Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 i would be like you and not bring them inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M'sBabies Posted February 10, 2014 Author Share Posted February 10, 2014 Thanks everyone. My heart is broken for my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaileysPapa Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 I agree with everyone else. Why take a chance? As said, there are many reasons why the baby Lovebirds may have died, many not contagious. But, want if it is?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbersmom Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Same here. Why even take the chance? What a horrible thing for your friend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 DEFINATELY no! Better safe than sorry ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Common sense; trash the package of goods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kins2321@yahoo.com Posted February 10, 2014 Share Posted February 10, 2014 I am so sorry for your friend! Absolutely don't let anything into your house related to her household. Go visit and support your friend... when you get home, strip in the garage and head directly to the shower. Its never an insult to your friend. Its protecting your fids and I am sure she would understand. I have been in the same situation and have done what I suggest. Nancy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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