dicky601 Posted September 22, 2007 Share Posted September 22, 2007 Herbie seems to love picking his nose, and not without some brute force. Sometimes I worry his whole foot is going to disappear in there!!! Is this normal for a grey?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted September 22, 2007 Share Posted September 22, 2007 I haven't noticed mine doing that but she occasionally tries to go up my nose, I guess she thinks mine needs digging out.{Communicate-00020115} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted September 22, 2007 Share Posted September 22, 2007 Hmmm, I don't think Ive ever seen any Parrot or Bird for that matter "Pick" their Nose. I had seen them give an overall quick scratch to the beak and nose area though. Is it possible something is wrong? Is there ever any discharge etc.?<br><br>Post edited by: danmcq, at: 2007/09/22 17:49 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemyGreys Posted September 22, 2007 Share Posted September 22, 2007 Mine sometimes kind of scratch their nose with their foot :unsure: but check as Dan has said to see if there is a discharge & i would monitor how often this is happening, if to frequently id get it checked.If its just occasional i wouldn't worry to much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dicky601 Posted September 23, 2007 Author Share Posted September 23, 2007 There is no discharge, or redness etc. It seems to be part of his cleaning ritual, but will keep an eye on it and take advice from a vet if it starts to look sore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falconeer Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 I can't imagine how your CAG is doing that lol picking his nose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemyGreys Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 dicky601 I'm sure he will be ok, glad that there was no signs of discharge or soreness Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dicky601 Posted September 23, 2007 Author Share Posted September 23, 2007 If i can get a photo of him in action i will post it here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 That would be hilarious, I hope you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MakenasDad Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 Dicky601, I have had two Macaws before our Grey, and have seen them all occasionally do this. Not only did the Macaws stick their nail into their nostril, but I caught Makena (our Grey) do this the other day. Everyone is saying the right things though, it may be a problem if you notice discharge, mucus, etc.. Honestly it's just kind of "funny.." I'm sure he'll be fine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 Well, this sounds like it may be normal then... If you do notice some Nose running though, you could try this in a smaller version for your Grey ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 You are full of it Dan, but thanks for the laugh. {Feel-good-0002006E} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spookyhurst Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 Nikko loves a good root around in the nares . She sticks a claw in there and really goes at it. I've tried to get a picture, but haven't been successful. It's quite a sight :lol:! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DayosMom Posted September 23, 2007 Share Posted September 23, 2007 Boooo Dan. Dayo {Characters-00020059} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christina Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 My macaw does it all the time. Our vet said its normal for all birds to do that, sometimes they do it to initiate a sneeze to clear their nares. I would follow the advice here...its good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christina Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 My macaw does it all the time. Our vet said its normal for all birds to do that, sometimes they do it to initiate a sneeze to clear their nares. I would follow the advice here...its good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMustee Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Mine picks his nose ALL the time...he gets his claw tip in there and just starts digging. Whats funny is sometimes I see him take his nail out of his nose and starts bitting it...so mine not only picks but eats!!! {Feel-good-0002006E} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest briansmum Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 :sick: eeeww dirty birdy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dicky601 Posted September 26, 2007 Author Share Posted September 26, 2007 Thanks for the feedback guys, great help as ever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwibarb12 Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 Kiss that bird on the beak - after all, you can pick your friends, and you can pick your nose, but you can't pick your friends nose - unless he is a grey!!:woohoo: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nevjoe Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 The lines in this post are GREAT. We should have a room JUST FOR LAUGHS. I Vote for DAN to mod. that room. He has the fastest good funny comebacks, with sassy photos. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dicky601 Posted September 26, 2007 Author Share Posted September 26, 2007 Can I get 1,000,000 Karma points for starting the topic? :woohoo: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now