is vet wrap safe to use on parts of the playtop?

[Sudz1109]

Our Amazon, Paco, is quite arthritic and has a little bit of a grip issue on plain metal bars (although they are square), I was wondering if a small amount of vet wrap might help fix that issue?

Would this be safe to use if supervised and removed when things start unravelling from being chewed upon?

 

[Birdman666]

I've used vet wrap on my PVC playstands for close to a decade now.

It's safe.

It needs to be replaced every once in awhile, but it's safe to use.

 

[Sudz1109]

Great! Thank you

 

[Terry57]

I also use vet wrap - it works really well!

 

[mrgoogls]

i think its safe. but, i have some cheap brand of vet wrap, its like the generic store brand. would that be safe? or stick to normal brands.

 

[Birdman666]

i think its safe. but, i have some cheap brand of vet wrap, its like the generic store brand. would that be safe? or stick to normal brands.

same stuff.

 

[Betrisher]

FWIW, I've discovered that it's a good idea to finish wrapping your perches by stitching the vet wrap in place at the ends. It has a tendency to unwind itself over time (especially when helped by inquiring little beaks) and just a stitch or two will hold it in place for you.

 

[crimson]

I use it to cover java wood perches which tend to be slippery.

I also use it to cover chain links on toys.

 

[Sudz1109]

FWIW, I've discovered that it's a good idea to finish wrapping your perches by stitching the vet wrap in place at the ends. It has a tendency to unwind itself over time (especially when helped by inquiring little beaks) and just a stitch or two will hold it in place for you.

Great tip and very easy to do! Thank you!

I also love the idea of covering the chain link on toys. Appreciate that Crimson!