For over a year I had mine in the dining room in cages which is open to the kitchen.. never lost a bird. We also have an african grey parrot and a conure. Never had a problem with any of our birds around cookware, candles, cleaning products or air fresheners. Just use a little common sense and don't use the stuff right next to them and you should be fine.well i mean sensitive to products.. Like non stick baking spray ect..