Ask Lafeber

Alkaline Water

I have been buying (and sharing) mountain spring water with my cockatiel. I am now using alkaline water, but am unsure if it is safe for my ‘tiel. What do you think?

Hi,

I would not offer it to your pet birds. There is some controversy over using it, but most experts agree that it could cause issues with the bird’s pH.

Thank you for asking Lafeber,

Brenda