Toni Posted August 31, 2007 Posted August 31, 2007 Just wondering if its necessary for African Greys to have a cuttle bone ? I mean w/ them chewing everything any way ist that sufficient enough to trim their beaks or yea a cuttle bone is a must too?
judygram Posted August 31, 2007 Posted August 31, 2007 I don't provide one for Josey, but not sure about it, I know you do provide one for some of the smaller birds, like keets and finches. Maybe some of the other members has more information they will share with us, Toni.
danmcq Posted August 31, 2007 Posted August 31, 2007 HI Toni, Cuttle bones are not needed, if you provide sufficient vitamin and mineral fortified mixes or pellets and also good green veggies like Broccoli, Spinach, Collard Greens...all them greens . :-) Too much Calcium can detrimentally affect Grey's organs and has been noted by veterinarian's where people were adding supplements to water and food. Hope this helps you.
judygram Posted August 31, 2007 Posted August 31, 2007 I knew our resident advisor would clarify this subject for us and in record time, thanks Dan, I knew we could count on you for excellent advice.
lovemyGreys Posted August 31, 2007 Posted August 31, 2007 Spot on Dan,Couldnt have put it better myself;)
nevjoe Posted August 31, 2007 Posted August 31, 2007 Dan. you're you sound like a vet. Great having you on this forum. I learn alot from you. Thanks, Joe
judygram Posted September 1, 2007 Posted September 1, 2007 We all learn a lot from Dan, and I am going to learn more for I am going to pick his brain very soon, I need his help with something. He probably could have been a vet, he has an analytical mind and is a good problem solver.
danmcq Posted September 1, 2007 Posted September 1, 2007 Awwww :blush: Come on Folks. I learned everything I know from this Forum and it's great members!! :-)
Toni Posted September 1, 2007 Author Posted September 1, 2007 Ok thanx for the info on that. I love learning things now before Alcazar gets home.
Talon Posted September 1, 2007 Posted September 1, 2007 Nice work Dan as always. Give yourself a pat on the back!! Talon does have a cuttle bone, and likes to chew on it occasionally. I think she needs the calcium, as she's not big on veggies still. So I keep it in her play cage for that reason.
Guest Monique Posted September 1, 2007 Posted September 1, 2007 I just wanted to chime in to second and third the no need for a cuttle bone. In case anyone needed more convincing .
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