Re: Feather Picking
Posted by Todd Quinn on 2/20/08

On 1/20/08, Wanda Lynah wrote:
> My little red belly parrot has started to pick his
> feathers as of yesterday (Sat). In no time, he has removed
> his chest feathers, and he intends to remove everyone he
> can reach. I am going to take him to the vet tomorrow to
> rule out physiological problems. I am concerned because I
> try to stimulate him with many cage toys. Also, I spend
> time with him everyday. It seems as though he likes to
> feather pick as a means of entertainment. He even does it
> when he is sitting on my shoulder. His breeder told me it
> could be due to molting. Does anyone out there who has
> experience dealing with parrots have any advice? I was
> advised to ignore this bad habbit. I find it very
> difficult to do so. However, I am complying. Please help!
> Oh, I have been advised to spray him daily.

Posts on this thread, including this one

• Feather Picking, 1/20/08, by Wanda Lynah.
• Re: Feather Picking, 2/04/08, by debbie.
• Re: Feather Picking, 2/20/08, by Todd Quinn.
• Re: Feather Picking, 2/20/08, by Todd Quinn.
• Re: Feather Picking, 2/20/08, by Todd Quinn.
• Re: Feather Picking, 2/29/08, by Todd's mother.