Candles and Chicks?

[CoopDelisle]

I was cleaning the house today and was about to light some of my scented soy candles while I worked. My baby chicks are in the sunroom, open to the house. All of a sudden I remembered that you are not supposed to light candles with pet birds in the house. I guess that would have to include chicks, right? If so, that was a close call, although I don't remember if soy candles can hurt regular birds or just wax candles? Anyway, it would be good to know...

 

[mhoward92]

Soy candles Could possibly hurt them if they were enclosed in it for a long time. Wax candles - the same thing. Strong Scented waxed candles all have a fume called "Gtc" (Gallome Tranquilled Centracide) I plays the same affect that cO2 does to humans. I wouldent be worried about them if it was a short period of time and if they are acting regular now.

 

[blb]

I had no idea about that. Thanks for letting me know! I'm getting chicks in on tues and usually have a candle going somewhere for scent.

 

[CoopDelisle]

Yes, thank you for that info. I am glad I thought about it before lighting up!