How Do You Make A Bird Dust Bath?
Dust is used as a cleaning agent for birds and animals whose feathers or fur are protected from water by a thin later of natural oil. Due to its silt-like consistency, dust is an effective cleaner in situations where water is useless. Consistency, however, is the key. If the bath is too heavy the dust won’t penetrate properly. If it’s too there won’t be enough substance to absorb excess oil or to lift away dirt and parasites. Put together a perfectly balanced dust bath to help your bird primp and fluff his feathers. Select a sunny spot in your garden to create your bird dust bath. Direct sun keeps the contents of the bath dry and flaky. It also helps evaporate excess moisture after a heavy dew or rain. The spot needs to be big enough for you to comfortably dig out an area approximately three feet square. Remove the grass, sod or top soil from a three-foot square area. Dig down about 6 inches as you clear the area. Add equal parts of sand, leaf loam or peat moss and sifted wood ash. Sif
