Help again (VETS)?

Question

Hi sry but i need some more help My COckatiel, yesterday, would climb up on my hand. Today, we put him outside(in his cage) from 7:15 2 9:10 but then we put him back inside cuz we had 2 go to church and were worried that a bigger bird would keep hiting his cage. I took him out and i guess he got mad at me But after Church we out him out again and we heard that big bird yelling and his eyes got all big and he started to scream 2. Then i put him inside and talked softly with him 30 mins latr, i opened the door 2 put him out, but he wrnt to the opposite end of the cage that was not out yet so i left him in. Now small parts of his feathers are flying out i dint konw if hes pulling them out or what I need help

Especially 4 vets

Answer 1

I am NOT a vet, but am owned by 14 parrots. From what you say, it sounds as though your bird was very frightened. Do NOT put your bird out side unless you are sitting right next to it's cage. Clearly, it has been very frightened and by the loud bird noise you describe outside, there is a larger bird out there that has frightened your little guy. Give him some TLC, a little time and talk to it softly. Don't force it out of the cage for a few days. It' not angry at you, but is very scared. Bring on the treats, play some soft music and cover your bird for about 12 hours a night. It will feel safer, then, too. Watch the feathers...it may just be a stress reaction. Best of luck!

Answer 2

Your friend maybe molting, Never set a cage outside directly in the sun, there should always be an area of shade in case things get to hot.
Use Yahoo & or Google and search for information concerning Molting in birds.
Good Luck.
BrokenWing

Answer 3

no thats natural