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|  You have read a great deal about supporting the immune system, but the immune system won’t work at full capacity if it is not exercised. That means that your birds should be exposed to a low level of germs regularly. The lesson from this is that too much hygiene in daily life is not a good thing. In fact, birds kept in exceedingly clean conditions are vulnerable to infection when they come in contact with more normal birds. However, unclean conditions are just as bad. Birds that are constantly fighting germs are less able to put their energies into fun things like playing. Their chicks with poorly developed immune systems are even more vulnerable. There are two areas of hygiene to consider: cage and toy hygiene, food and water hygiene. Cage and toy hygiene Enviroclens disinfectant/cleaner is effective against viruses, fungi, yeasts and bacteria. Yet it is very safe for you and your birds. Under a different name this product is very widely used by many veterinary clinics. Enviroclens is very economical as it remains active in water for six months after dilution. This means that it can be stored in a spray bottle and, unlike most disinfectants you don’t throw large quantities away. Use Envirociens in cages and nest boxes, on perches, toys and for food and water utensils, brooders and incubators. It has a pleasant citris aroma, is non-corrosive, non-toxic and totally biodegradable. Food and water hygiene Where ever your water comes from, town, well or a supermarket bottle, it is bound to contain a few germs. As soon as your birds put their beaks in it, they contaminate it even further. Many birds bathe, deposit food or defecate in their water. This adds even more to the brew! Adding nutritional supplements to this water makes matters even worse as they feed the germs even more. The germs love it! Fortunately, there is a simple and safe solution to this problem. Adding tiny amounts of Saniclens in you birds’ water prevents the germs from multiplying, keeping it totally safe and crystal clear. Saniclens is destroyed immediately when it enters into the birds’ gut. It does not do any damage to the beneficial bacteria that are vital for the birds’ health. Soaking seeds can also present a germ problem. Many germs (particularly yeasts on and under the husk) multiply rapidly as soon as they are soaked. This can lead to major infections in chicks and even adult bird deaths. Simply adding Saniclens to the water in which the seed is soaked ensures fresh smelling sprouted seeds everytime. Article © lady gouldian finch.com 2002 |
