Can Birds Eat Salt?
Salt is not safe for birds. Birds have low salt tolerance; chips, pretzels and salty snacks can cause kidney damage and death.
What to do if your bird ate salt
If your bird has eaten salt, don't wait for symptoms — contact your vet or a pet poison line straight away: ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline (855) 764-7661. Note how much was eaten and when.
The right everyday diet for birds
Companion birds do best on a formulated pellet diet with fresh vegetables and some fruit — and no fatty, salty, or sugary human foods. Foods like salt are extras, not a substitute for a proper diet.
Frequently asked questions
Can Birds Eat Salt?
No. Birds have low salt tolerance; chips, pretzels and salty snacks can cause kidney damage and death.
Is salt toxic to birds?
Salt is not safe for birds. Birds have low salt tolerance; chips, pretzels and salty snacks can cause kidney damage and death.
What should I do if my bird ate salt?
Contact your vet or a pet poison line right away — ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline (855) 764-7661. Don't wait for symptoms to appear.