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Bird Home Safety Checklist

A room-by-room pass to make your home safer before they arrive. Written for bird owners, free to print or use on your phone.

Tap an item to check it off — progress saves on this device. For paper, print at 100% scale (not “fit to page”).

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Pet's name

Date home

0 of 10 done — checked items are saved on this device only.

Kitchen & air quality

Remove non-stick (PTFE) cookware and self-cleaning oven use — fumes can be fatal to birds
Keep the cage out of the kitchen entirely if possible
Avoid scented candles, air fresheners, and aerosol sprays near the cage

Out-of-cage room

Cover or close windows and mirrors before free-flight time
Turn off ceiling fans in the room
Check houseplants against a pet-safe plant list
Keep other pets out of the room during out-of-cage time

Cage area

Keep the cage away from direct drafts and heating or cooling vents
Check toys and perches for small parts that could be swallowed
Keep the cage out of direct, unfiltered sunlight without shade options

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Once the first week is behind you

Weights, vet visits, medications, and questions for the next appointment all live in Your Pet's Health Log — the free companion site, no account needed.

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More free bird checklists

Bird First Week Home Checklist
Bird Supply Shopping List
Bird First Vet Visit Prep

Tracking their health next? Your Pet’s Health Log is a free fill-in pet health log.

Not veterinary advice. These checklists are general starting points. For diet, medication or any health worry, ask a vet who works with your pet’s species. If something seems urgent, contact a vet right away.

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