Beak tip bleeding from close trim

[JenniO]

Help! Need know if its necessary to take  Georgie my Timneh african grey to vet. Last night i trimmed his beak tip with a nail clipper a little too close, he bled for 45 minutes from a small opening in tip, finally it clotted with corn starch powder. This morning He's tired and sleepy,  and would only eat some hot rice and egg white, think beak was just too sensitive to eat his cracker treats he loves. Cold tap water bothered him so got room temp water. Otherwise acting normal, doing hi fives, kissing cheek, just fatigued.  Should i worry and take him to a vet? thanks Jenni

[Greytness]

Oh no! It depends upon how much blood you believe he's lost. I'd at least call their office to see what they recommend. In the meantime, try bumping up foods rich in vitamins, minerals and protein.

[JenniO]

thanks, been watching him all day, acting fine, managed several hot meals, eggs, mashed sweet potato. No more bleeding / reocurrance and he's using beak to climb around a little. So I think the emergency is under control. 

[Greytness]

Oh good! How frightening to go through. Glad to hear he's doing better.

We keep Kwik Stop styptic powder on-hand for potential emergencies. Works really well!