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Expert: Marie Charon - 11/20/2009


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GOOD EVENING...I RECENTLY ACQUIRED TWO WHITE DOVES. ONE IS MORE SENSITIVE THAN THE OTHER..HER NAME IS PEACE.  PEACE AT TIMES WILL SIT AND OPEN AND CLOSE HER BEAK AND SHE WILL BE ALL FLUFFED OUT...IT WOULD LOOK LIKE SHE IS TALKING. IS SHE STRESSED?  THE OTHER ONE DOES NOT DO THIS.  DO YOU HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS.

REGARDS, JULIE

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No, I would think she is just showing signs of contentment. Birds fluff up and sit on the bottom of the cage when they are really sick, but they fluff up and lift one leg on occasion on the branches of the cage when they are content and happy. As far as far as opening and closing her beak, this can be another sign of contentment, or just a plain old yawn.

If all else appears normal with her I would just think she is happy!!

Make sure your house isn't to cold though just to be on the safe side.

Blessings,
-m

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Marie Charon

Expertise

Questions I can answer 1. rehabilitating an abused or troubled pet bird, behavioral issue's, cage and cage care, feeding questions, , most general questions, providing quality care for your bird, and guide you in taming your bird.

Experience

I run a not-for-profit exotic bird rescue, and an animal daycare/boarding service. I also have experience in resolving common behavioral issues such as biting, screaming, feather plucking, aggression, jealousy, anxiety issues, and cage bound birds.

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NCA Member

Education/Credentials
I have a B.S in Communications and Technical Writing.

Awards and Honors
Dean's List & H.S Society.

Past/Present Clients
Along with Feathered Friends Rescue, I also run Ann Arbor Pet services. This service provides dog daycare, I also provide boarding for dogs, cats, birds, and other small animals. I offer equine services, and exotic bird rehabilitation.

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