are beads safe to use to make bird toys.

[cockatiel92]

i want to use beads to make a couple of bird toys. are they safe. any ideas on what i can make.

[Addicted to Tequila]

Depends on the bead. Pony beads are ok for tiels... be careful not to use glass or painted beads!

[Jannabellsmom]

http://www.companionfids.com/pdfs/PEABV2.pdf

I don't know if you've read the above but it might have some ideas on what to make. I think the best thing is to watch your bird to see what appeals. For instance my bird has little use for beads unless they are part of a shreddable toy, and probably then, they do add to the overall appeal. She likes wood, paper, cardboard, seagrass, bird approved rope and veggie tanned leather. She's not big on bells. But every birdie is it's own person!

[cockatiel92]

o i made a preening toy with 1 pony bead on each cotton string and he hasnt left it along lol. guess he loves it.

[Jannabellsmom]

Awww how sweet.