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Moderate feather pluckers are birds that have been plucking for some time and usually have larger affected areas. They have developed a habit of the behavior, but with a dedicated routine, you can usually turn the problem around in about 12 months by following our 3 point system shown above.
You took this test because you’re a great caretaker, who is concerned for the well-being of your feathered friend! So I'm pretty sure that you’ll do everything you can to make sure your bird quits plucking. I’ll be here for you each step of the way.
⚕️Just a quick reminder... ⚕️
Sometimes a feather plucking is due to a medical issue. So, if your bird hasn't been to the vet for a wellness exam in the last 6 - 12 months, please schedule an appointment as soon as you can. The vet will do an exam to make sure all systems are operating properly.
Moderate pluckers have developed a budding habit so they need a thicker collar that is harder for them to outsmart.
If you know that your bird will have trouble with accepting a bird collar work with your bird on accepting the collar. Also, spray the collar with a bitter tasting spray and consider using moleskin to support the Velcro closure.
Your goal at this stage is to interrupt the habit while you work on long-term solutions for changing plucking behavior.
We all wish our feathered friends lived long, happy, healthy lives. Now that you’re trying to curb the plucking, it's a great time to remember how important wellness checks are and making healthy lifestyle choices for your precious parrot.
There’s no better way to turn around challenging behavior than by learning how to provide for bird wellness so that your bird lives longer, has increased vitality, and thrives. That's where the Parrot Feather Plucking Rescue Pack.
Animal trainers have long known that positive reinforcement is critical to turning around challenging behaviors. Learn what events trigger a plucking episode. Also, concentrate on teaching new behaviors and rewarding the heck out of them when your bird does new behaviors.
Feeling stuck? Book a behavior consultation or buy the Feather Plucking Workbook.
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