Sindbad Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Good morning. Just another question from the novel CAG owner to the experts. ) I noticed that he is grooming himself most of the time, which seems natural to me. But I saw him cutting the tip of a feather every now and then. He is also shaking his head in a quick move sometimes too frequent (like once every 4 or 5 seconds). Should those be any alarming signs? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Nipping off portions of feathers is a problem. If he is shaking his head as often as you describe, he could have an underlying health issue such as an ear infection. I would have a good Avian vet give him a checkup to ensure all is well with him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sindbad Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 I saw him nipping his feather two times so far. I'll keep an eye on him for another day. Also now observing him, he is not shaking his head as much, actually at all. I don't know if I'm being paranoid. I will start the seach for an avian vet as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Yes even if you don't take him to a vet right now you do need to find a good avian vet so you will have one to call if needed but if he has not been checked out lately then a well check may be in order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm_2007 Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 they do shake there head occassionaly. kinda dance like but it shouldnt be all the time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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