One of my Parakeets is losing feathers. Should I seperate from other bird? I'm not sure if this is a sickness.

Question

any ideas as to what i should do?

Answer 1

I would separate (quarantine) it for at least 2 weeks. If you don't, the sickness might be contagious and could spread to the other. I don't know alot about birds, but this website might be very useful. It talks about causes and solutions to feather loss in pet birds. Hope this helps.

http://www.heidihoefer.com/pages/birds/feather_loss.pdf

Answer 2

Call a vet...if they can't tell you, try the petstore where you purchased the bird. You're wise to separate the bird until you know exactly what's going on.

And if THEY can't help you - try the local animal shelter. They should be able to give you the name and number of someone who deals with wildlife....even a domestic bird like a parakeet may quality. But I'm willing to bet the local vet will have some input, and with luck, the solution.

Best wishes -

Answer 3

If the fowl isn't actively pulling this is feathers out, there should not be any difficulty. each year, birds will pass by a organic technique referred to as molting. they'll unfastened the older feathers and advance new ones in.

Answer 4

what does this have to do with dogs?

isn't it normal for birds to lose feathers? Maybe you should call a vet and ask...