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Vicks Vaporub

Postby Nevermore » Mon Mar 21, 2011 9:16 am

I am currently slathered in it.

Should I avoid my bird like the plague, or is it ok for him to cuddle and make me feel better?
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Re: Vicks Vaporub

Postby kaylayuh » Mon Mar 21, 2011 4:32 pm

Vicks VapoRub isn't actually that great for people, so I would avoid the bird.
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Re: Vicks Vaporub

Postby zazanomore » Mon Mar 21, 2011 7:00 pm

kaylayuh wrote:Vicks VapoRub isn't actually that great for people, so I would avoid the bird.


When I was little, I used to put it on every night. I love the smell.

But yeah, I agree, anything strong smelling, keep away from the birds.
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Re: Vicks Vaporub

Postby entrancedbymyGCC » Mon Mar 21, 2011 7:12 pm

Can't find anything definitive about it, so the safest thing is probably to limit exposure. Or give your vet a call and ask.
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