Molting may increase dander.
When birds preen, play or even flap their wings, small fragments of feathers, generally the sheath of the feathers, consisting of keratin, are broken off and can be spread through the air when the keratin dries. These particles, often referred to as feather dust or bird dander, can cause problems for those with allergies and those who prefer their homes to be dander free.
Instructions
1. Bathe your pet bird. By giving your bird frequent baths, you wash away the bird dander before it has a chance to spread through the air. Bathing them often gets rid of dry keratin particles from the sheath of the feathers.
2. Clean the cage. By constantly keeping the cage clean, you will reduce the amount of dander buildup in the cage and in the home. If you have allergies to bird dander or simply do not wish to inhale the particles, you should wear a face mask to keep the dust and dander away from your mouth and nose. This may reduce your allergic reaction. Also, using and changing or cleaning bird cage liners can reduce bird dander in the home.
3. Vacuum and dust frequently. Vacuuming not only the areas near the cage, but around the entire home, can reduce how much dander accumulates over time. Some birds produce large amounts of dander and others only small amounts. Over time, even small amounts of dander can build up.
4. Set up an air filter. Air filters process and purify the air, catching bird dander as it does. The amount of free-floating bird dander in the air can be reduced through increased filtration.
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