Birds--General/bird injury

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Expert: - 1/14/2008


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My daughters lovebird's beek broke.  Only the tip maybe about 1cm.  It was bleeding but stopped quickly.  Is this normal will she be okay? Should I put antibiotic cream on it?  She won't use it to climb or play with her toys.  Is she in a lot of pain?

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Hi, Sydney,

I found your question(s) in the question pool this morning.  Evidently, the person you sent your question(s) to originally could not answer for some reason.

Your bird needs to be seen by a certified avian vet ASAP.  No, it is not normal for a beak to break.  No, do not put antibiotic cream on it.  If your bird is not crying out or acting abnormally, she is likely not in pain, but she may not be able to eat and drink properly.  This is why she needs to be seen by a bird vet.  If she can't eat and drink properly, she will likely get ill and/or could pass away, depending on the severity of the break.

Chrys

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I`ve been raising/breeding/handfeeding/selling parrots for over 20 years (parakeets/budgies, cockatiels, 6 subspecies of conures, parrotlets, amazons, lovebirds, etc.). I've been published in "Budgies" and "Cockatiels" offered by Bow Tie Productions, and have written avian articles for publication in England. I can provide advice in raising healthy birds, handfeeding/weaning babies, some health problems (although I'm NOT an avian veterinarian), nail/beak/wing clipping, general husbandry, etc. I also have experience with racing/showing homing pigeons. I cannot diagnose specific illness over this website. If you suspect your bird is ill or if you have an emergency, contact an avian veterinarian or emergency pet clinic ASAP.

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Experience: Over 20 years raising parrots and over 13 years raising pigeons. Organizations: Currently, American Racing Pigeon Union and American Federation of Aviculture. Prior member Miami Valley Bird Club, Southern Ohio Pigeon Association, National Cockatiel Society, Miami Valley Sportsman's Club, others. Publications: Monthly newsletters of bird clubs.

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I've been published in "Budgies" and "Cockatiels" offered by Bow Tie Productions, and have written avian articles for publication in England.

Education/Credentials
American Federation of Aviculture, completed Level I course, Fundamentals of Aviculture. Keeping/breeding parrots and other birds for over 20 years.

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