kashie Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 When we first aquired Ruby her beak was normal. She had a small accident and flew into one of my kitchen cupboards breaking off the point of her top beak. Since then it has been growing wonky and the bottom seems to be out of alinement, causing the bottom to grow up like a tusk!! Occasionally it breaks off and all seems normal again, but more recently, it has been really wonky. It doesnt seem to be affecting her eating or speaking, but it looks really uncomfortable, and I feel so sorry for her. Has anybody else experienced anything like this and what do you suggest that I do???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 Only a vet can determine whether your grey needs trimmed or not and if it is growing out of alignment then she needs to be seen soon, real soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaxtersMom Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I agree with Judy. She needs to be seen by a vet right away. The sooner it is seen the sooner it can be corrected. It may not be bothering her eating at the moment but could in the near future. It may also be painful. I think a trip to the vet is in order right away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 As others have said, a trip to a good avian vet with experience in dealing with a scissor beak problem is in order. They can get the beak back into proper alignment many times when action is taken early enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kashie Posted May 13, 2009 Author Share Posted May 13, 2009 Thank you for the advice I have booked an appointment - earliest being Friday - will let you know the outcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 I'm so glad you have been able to get an appointment for your grey so quickly. We'll be waiting for your update and I hope the problem can be easily corrected!!! I'm glad you've joined the family. Ruby is a lovely name for your grey. Welcome to the family!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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