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Post by ffiscool on May 26, 2023 21:28:16 GMT
Good to hear. Glad he’s feeling better
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Oct 6, 2011 7:41:27 GMT
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Post by Marianne Marlow on May 26, 2023 21:41:47 GMT
That's great news.
Shame Hector didn't want to be fed though.
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Post by Loz on May 26, 2023 21:44:49 GMT
Hector loves Finrod today. Maybe tomorrow will be Herman's day!
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Post by Loz on Jul 27, 2023 16:08:26 GMT
Herman's beak is causing me a little concern again. It's excessively long, isn't it. This will be the suspected liver issue I guess.
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Post by tweetiepiesmom on Jul 27, 2023 16:50:07 GMT
It does look long to me. How are his toenails? Before you put much stock in what I say, let's see what others think.
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Post by Loz on Jul 27, 2023 17:12:35 GMT
It does look long to me. How are his toenails? Before you put much stock in what I say, let's see what others think. He has some quite long toenails. Not crazy long but longer than I would be happy with.
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Post by Hezz on Jul 27, 2023 23:50:26 GMT
While clearer photos would have helped, that beak is definitely over-long.
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Post by Marianne Marlow on Jul 28, 2023 7:58:20 GMT
His beak does look a little long. Billy's is starting to get there too, so far I have only had to trim it once in the 3 years and 6 months he's been with us.
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Post by Loz on Jul 28, 2023 8:11:57 GMT
I will contact my usual vet to find out whether he provides a beak-trimming service. I think Herman's beak is close to requiring that.
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Post by Marianne Marlow on Jul 28, 2023 8:20:11 GMT
I usually use a tiny pair of nailclippers and take off 2mm then leave the budgie for a day and observe them. But I understand if you're not confident enough to do that, it's a nerve wracking thing to do. My vet used a dremel on Custard2 and his cere bled afterwards and he was traumatised. That is why I started trimming it myself. I will contact my usual vet to find out whether he provides a beak-trimming service. I think Herman's beak is close to requiring that.
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Post by Loz on Jul 28, 2023 8:24:11 GMT
Thanks, Marianne Marlow, that's very helpful advice. I imagine I could steel myself enough to do it. The vet does offer this service but I haven't booked an appointment yet. I have some budgie care jobs I'm working up to - Mr Hibs' claw-trimming and now, Herman's beak (and probably claws). Too bad I don't drink! (j/k)
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Post by skysmum on Jul 28, 2023 14:31:32 GMT
I too do beaks and nails with a small pair of nail clippers, not for the faint hearted for sure but probably less stressful than the vets, for the bird that is not you I find it helps to burrito them in a small towel and place thumb and forefinger either side of their head, just watch the wondering tongue
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Post by tweetiepiesmom on Jul 28, 2023 14:47:15 GMT
There is a pet store near me that specializes in pet birds. They offer beak and nail trimming. About once a month a specialist comes into the store and does all the trimming. I just happened to be there one day when he was doing it. He had a Macaw that he was working on and yes, it was wrapped up in a towel like a burrito. If you have a bird pet store (or possibly a breeder) near you, you might check with them if you don't want to do it yourself.
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Post by Loz on Jul 28, 2023 14:59:46 GMT
I will likely give beak-trimming the most cautious of attempts. I figure if I can manage that, nail-clipping should be a doddle.
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Post by Hezz on Jul 29, 2023 0:15:19 GMT
If it is not impacting on his ability to feed, preen etc, why trim it? If not for these issues, the only reason I would trim a beak is if it appeared to be breaking up, getting soft and brittle which can happen with a bird suffering with fatty liver disease as opposed to one who seems otherwise overall healthy . Beak trimming has more potential to hurt than claw trimming, in my opinion. A claw cut too short leaves the bird with a sore toe/foot for a day or two; a beak done the same can impact on the bird’s ability or willingness to feed. You can try getting him used to an emery board as well to take the point off.
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