When you own a bird, your feathered companion quickly becomes your best friend. The bond between birds and their owners is unlike any other pet-human relationship. Our birds know our habits and look forward to spending time with us, and any bird owner knows that our avian friends make us laugh and smile.
If you’re a bird owner, we’re sure you want to provide your bird with all the care they need to stay healthy and happy for years to come. How can you keep your African Gray, Canary, Cockatoo, or Macaw in tip-top health?
1. Provide Your Pet Bird with Proper Beak Care
Want to give your bird a clean bill of health? Regular veterinary visits are essential. Bring your bird to Homey Gnome for an assessment of your bird’s beak health. We’ll clip or file your bird’s beak to correct any problems and treat any diseases.
What Can You Do at Home to Care for Your Bird’s Beak?
Most birds need chew toys, including mineral blocks, wooden blocks, coconut shells, and ropes. Some birds need conditioning perches that work like twigs or bark in the wild. Your bird will rub their beak on the perch to clean it and remove any stuck food.
If you have questions about your bird’s specific needs, we’re your expert resource for keeping their beak in peak condition.
2. Get a Grip on Your Bird’s Foot and Nail Care
Trimming your bird’s nails can be tricky. Many bird parents fear clipping the quick, causing bleeding and pain, or handling their birds too roughly.
Instead, treat your bird to a pedicure at our office. Our experience and specialization in avian care make cutting your bird’s nails a quick procedure during an exam. Our staff handles birds gently and securely to prevent injury during nail trims.
3. Not All Avian Diets Are Equal
Does your bird enjoy eating a variety of commercial food, fresh fruit, vegetables, and grasses? If your bird stops eating or refuses certain foods, it may be more than just a bad day. Your bird’s nutritional needs may not be being met
Feeding a nutritious, balanced diet that provides for your bird’s specific needs is vital to a healthy life. In fact, your bird’s diet helps manage behavioral issues and prevent future illness and disease. We can answer your questions about the ideal diet for your bird, and help you adjust your bird’s diet to give them energy and vitality.
Trust Homey Gnome for Your Avian Veterinary Needs
We’re bird people. And you know what they say about birds of a feather… So, you know you can trust your bird’s veterinary care to us. We can meet your soaring expectations when it comes to avian care. We love all of our feathered patients, and from clipping your bird’s nails to beak grinding, we are here to help. Schedule an appointment today.
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