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Tap water in the GTA — safe for birds?

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MacawMama
MacawMamaOPJul 27, 2026
86 posts · since Jul 2026

I've been giving my lineolated parakeet filtered water but ran out of filters and gave tap water for a day. Now I'm spiraling. Toronto water is rated pretty good for humans, but what about birds? Do chlorine levels matter? What about in older buildings with lead pipes?

SunnyDayBirds
SunnyDayBirdsJul 27, 2026
120 posts · since Jul 2026

My vet in Whitby suggested playing music during the day — my bird loves calm acoustic guitar and I noticed a change within the first week. Highly recommend.

Feathers_and_Coffee
119 posts · since Jul 2026

BST in Mississauga took such good care of my bird. Best bird sitting service in the GTA by far.

RescueBirdRita
RescueBirdRitaJul 27, 2026
99 posts · since Jul 2026

Update: took everyone's advice and things are improving. Blu is slowly coming around. This forum is the best.

Ivan_416
Ivan_416Jul 27, 2026
78 posts · since Jul 2026

Totally normal, don't stress! Birds go through phases just like any other pet.

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