My rule is to "Know the Vendor You Are buying bird toys from"
I guess I was under the impression that A&E was a decent company since my parents like their cages, but I hadn't gotten a toy from them before.
I'm thankful I at least have the ability to make things safe, I'm just more concerned for people who don't, or don't know better. I don't mind where I buy my toys honestly, something fun and what they like is what I look for, though, I do buy most of my toys from AA vendors also it seems now, or make them. It just infuriates me knowing this store sells baby birds so there has to be new people that get them and don't know what to look for or even think about when it comes to toys. Just kind of the mindset of oh, it's made for birds so it's safe. I'm honestly planning on buying another one of these toys for Slade since he likes shoes too, I just didn't have the money that day, I just wish corporate bird companies took more responsiblity.
Agree...I can't tell you how many times I get fixated on "what ifs" when making toys. I almost stopped making jingles because I worry about big beaks...
Sign of a great toy maker. You care and make sure that people are aware of any safety risks. I wish all companies were like this, since not even all corporate places have the generic watch your bird with toys to make sure they're safe.