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sentiels3
Experienced flier
Joined: 12 Oct 2005
Posts: 1312
Location: Joliet, Ill |
Thanks Cheeta, I'm keeping my fingers crossed. I check her wing every time I do therapy on it to make sure everything is okay. So far so good.  |
Sunday March 18, 2007 4:10 am |
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A11ycat
Just hatched
Joined: 05 Jul 2006
Posts: 32
Location: N. Ireland |
I hate pulling blood feathers too, but it has to be done.I find that the birds are usually ok once it has been done, if annoyed for the small amount of pain, and the indignity of being stuck in a towel for the process. So far I've only managed to pull out blood feathers with someone holding the towelled bird and holding the wing out for me, so I can put pressure on the base of the feather with one hand and pull it out with the other... can anyone explain how to do it with just one person, as I'm worried one day that its going to happen when I'm alone. |
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Tuesday March 27, 2007 12:13 pm |
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Lynzi Marie
Flying tumbler
Joined: 23 Aug 2006
Posts: 2052
Location: Utah |
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Originally posted by A11ycat
I hate pulling blood feathers too, but it has to be done.I find that the birds are usually ok once it has been done, if annoyed for the small amount of pain, and the indignity of being stuck in a towel for the process. So far I've only managed to pull out blood feathers with someone holding the towelled bird and holding the wing out for me, so I can put pressure on the base of the feather with one hand and pull it out with the other... can anyone explain how to do it with just one person, as I'm worried one day that its going to happen when I'm alone.
I held the bird in the towel with my left hand using my middle finger, ring finger, and pinkie for real support...I got the wing with my fore finger and thumb and held it out as best I could....with my dominant hand I used the pliers and got as close to the skin as I could...(he was not very still for me...I wouldn't have been either) gritted my teeth and pulled.
it was kinda hard but actually easier than it sounds....when push comes to shove and anyone is in that situation that the feather has to come out quickly....everyone would figure out a way that is most comfortable for them..... |
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