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I used to have a parakeet a year ago but unfortunately it got sick and died. I just got a new one a few weeks ago and i still have the previous materials such as cuttlebone and millet sprays. Is it ok for me to re-use these materials? Thank you very much for your help!
-Jessica
Hi, Jessica. Thanks for posting!
These items are inexpensive so I wouldn't use them with your new bird since they've been around for a year. The cuttlebone might be OK if you've kept it wrapped up or in a baggie, but I wouldn't take a chance with the spray millet...you don't know what bugs might have gotten into it or moisture that could have developed mold, etc. I'd rather be safe than sorry!
Chrys
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Expertise
I`ve been raising/breeding/handfeeding/selling parrots for over 20 years (parakeets/budgies, cockatiels, 6 subspecies of conures, parrotlets, amazons, lovebirds, etc.). I've been published in "Budgies" and "Cockatiels" offered by Bow Tie Productions, and have written avian articles for publication in England. I can provide advice in raising healthy birds, handfeeding/weaning babies, some health problems (although I'm NOT an avian veterinarian), nail/beak/wing clipping, general husbandry, etc. I also have experience with racing/showing homing pigeons. I cannot diagnose specific illness over this website. If you suspect your bird is ill or if you have an emergency, contact an avian veterinarian or emergency pet clinic ASAP.
Experience
Experience: Over 20 years raising parrots and over 13 years raising pigeons. Organizations: Currently, American Racing Pigeon Union and American Federation of Aviculture. Prior member Miami Valley Bird Club, Southern Ohio Pigeon Association, National Cockatiel Society, Miami Valley Sportsman's Club, others. Publications: Monthly newsletters of bird clubs.
Publications
I've been published in "Budgies" and "Cockatiels" offered by Bow Tie Productions, and have written avian articles for publication in England.
Education/Credentials
American Federation of Aviculture, completed Level I course, Fundamentals of Aviculture. Keeping/breeding parrots and other birds for over 20 years.
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