Posted by Ole on 5/22/2005, 3:40 pm, in reply to "Re: Feather plucking" Anyway, you should consult an AVIAN VET. Feather plucking is a complex problem and can also be caused by parasites etc etc. If he plucks himself too badly it could be Hopes this can help a little bit on the way :) --Previous Message-- Link: http://www.webpaulsen.tk
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This is no uncommon problem with greys. It
could be either or both psychological or fysical. Toys and activity is good, but you can still not be sure to avoid this problem. Remember greys are vulnerable for
changes and like theyr everyday routine. Does he get the right food? Pellets, good pellets! Not only seeds? They are enriched
with vitamins, HARRISON bird food is number one says many ppl. And of course fruit and/or vegetables everyday. Showering is very good, and should be at least weekly.
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: My african grey has quite recently
: started plucking from just one side
: of the her feathers. So now she has
: feathers on just one side of some of
: her feather bones. (hope you can
: understand what I mean). We spend
: alot of time with her and she is out
: of the cage lots, she's got plenty
: toys too. Is there anything I can do
: to help prevent this and with the
: feather adventurely grow back. She
: seems to be a very happy bird in
: general, she just keeps running her
: beak down one side of her feathers.
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: Thanks in advance
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