Bird Charcoal

Keep HARI charcoal available to help aid in digestion or to help eliminate toxins. Safe for pet birds, it is especially beneficial for budgies, canaries, finches and other small birds. If heavy metal poisoning, medication overdose, or any toxin ingestion is suspected, activated charcoal can absorb the toxins and help them to be eliminated quickly.

Did you know that bird charcoal…

• Provides an excellent aid to proper digestion
• Neutralizes acids and fights gastric hyperacidity
• Helps maintain a balanced pH
• Is great to have on hand in case of emergencies

If you suspect your bird is in distress, consult with your avian veterinarian. Activated charcoal can affect absorption of some medications, always consult with your vet regarding your bird’s need for activated charcoal

Why and when to feed activated carbon to your bird?

At one time, Bird charcoal was included in every bird starter kit on the market. Today it is not as readily available, but it is an indispensable product that should be bought when acquiring a new companion bird. We recommend to always have activated charcoal on-hand, in your avian first aid kit in case of accidental ingestion of a toxin. There is no contraindication to giving a small amount of activated charcoal, which is often what a veterinary hospital would do upon suspicion of the bird having ingested a paint flake, lead or another toxic substance.