All About Molting And Pin Feathers

Is your bird molting? Molting seasons are in spring and sometimes even in fall! Learn all about molting and what you can do for your bird.
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[@nadira1347]

This was really helpful

[@PoodlesandParrots]

Yay! So glad 😊💖

[@christifox3339]

Love this- thank you so much!

[@sandycabral6954]

Always so informative

[@PoodlesandParrots]

Thank you - so glad!😊😊

[@montroyalbeforeafter2051]

Thank you very much for the video and the information regarding molting. It helped me a lot.

[@PoodlesandParrots]

I’m so glad 💖😊🥹

[@ryomathelobsterlord2502]

I believe that my sun conure is molting. He became grumpier and scratching himself now. He is about 5 months

[@PoodlesandParrots]

When they molt for the first time they can be grumpy as it is uncomfortable and takes up a lot of energy, you may also notice your bird is hungrier as well; feeding a healthy chop with loads of veggies is going to be great for your birdie!🦜🐥🥦🥕

[@davidlayton6976]

My green cheek is also going though first molt I'm nervous but we are haning out and taking it day to day hes a good bird. Just make sure to keep your birb warm and entertained and also the good diet thing it's what I'm doing and hes pretty chill about it I just give him space when he wants it and do training when hes asking.

[@inewsinfotainment]

Nice bird ❤

[@PoodlesandParrots]

Thank you 😊

[@inewsinfotainment]

I like ❤

[@amyj9451]

Thank you for all your super helpful videos I have a two month old Sun Conure, Mango as well! and I’m learning so much with your videos 🧡 One question I have is when should I start bathing my bird?

[@PoodlesandParrots]

You’re welcome ❤️💛 I’m glad they are helpful! If your baby bird is weaned and has feathers instead of pins then you can offer a shallow dish with luke warm water. Baby birds are a lot more fragile and are still learning how to groom themselves. Once our Mango started bathing we also made sure our home was nice and warm - that wasn’t hard in Thailand 😅 - and we would wrap him on a baby towel to help him dry off and stay warm but once they get bigger they will just air dry on their own 😊 you have inspired me to add this topic to my video list because o get asked about bathing birds often! You could also try using a misting bottle as some birds like to bath that way 💦

[@PoodlesandParrots]

I also have a video on feather health 😀 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqvXZKx9p6p5m5o

[@myahsmybaby]

Hi. Hopefully your baby bird is doing good, and you have probably figured out the whole bathing thing by now, but birds will usually bathe themselves if offered a shallow bowl of room temperature water..my bird also bathes on my head sometimes when I shower. He seems to love it!

[@sugaranimates2207]

O ok I have been trying to get the pin Feathers out early :c ok ty for helping

[@PoodlesandParrots]

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[@prathamsitpal4840]

I have bought conure past 2 months ago they have pon feathers always on top of head. And they are losing some feathers daily nad growing back what is the problem past 2 months of pin feathers

[@kalmkorner7398]

quick question how long do they molt for? thanks!

[@PoodlesandParrots]

The duration of molting periods can vary depending on the species and individual factors, they will molt anywhere from a few weeks to up to a couple of months. Smaller birds usually complete their molt within 2-4 weeks or so! Next time Mia is molting I’m going to track how long it takes her😅

[@elliekeeton6674]

my conure is about 10 months old and she has pin feathers around her beak. this is my first time having a bird so i have no idea what im doing lol

[@PoodlesandParrots]

Around the beak and top of the head they are usually small and short so they are hard to get I don’t usually get these ones unless I’m really careful and my nails are long enough and the pins are long enough too ☺️ I hope this video was helpful, all the best!🥰

[@jennifermartinez2834]

I dont really understand what you mean by "make sure you open the pin feathers". How do you open them? Just by light scratching or preening? Thank you for the video

[@PoodlesandParrots]

You want to make sure you are only opening mature/ready pin feathers and the way to open them is yes by lighting scratching them - they will crumble apart easily when they are ready and you’ll likely be covered in this white crumble during preening ☺️ hope this is helpful! Cheers 🙂

[@jennifermartinez2834]

@@PoodlesandParrots Thank you, Sandra. It helps a great deal. I have a GCC that's 5 months old and I want to learn as much as I can to be a great parrot mom. I just subscribed and appreciate all of your advice🦜💕

[@PoodlesandParrots]

@@jennifermartinez2834 you’re most welcome! Thanks for subscribing 💛 if you ever have questions just leave me a comment, I am happy to help! You’re already a great parrot mommy by doing all this research 😊✨

[@jennifermartinez2834]

@@PoodlesandParrots Thank you so much

[@thefool876]

Is molting make bird more a lot sneezing?

[@PoodlesandParrots]

Not really, but birds do sneeze every so often ☺️ Parrots sneezing is normal behaviour, as long as it's not a wet sneeze. Harmless causes of sneezing include dry air, dust, strong odors, and dander. Normally, parrots sneeze one to two times a day to clear its air pathways of dust and other irritants. However, when it becomes more frequent and persistent and is accompanied by a thick coloured nasal discharge, it could well be a sign that your bird is sick.

[@kaysiakatt4893]

I have a parakeet, and it isn’t fully trusting of me yet, but it is molting, he doesn’t have a mate or any other bird to help with the pin feathers I see on his head, pls help me?! 😢

[@PoodlesandParrots]

I have a few videos that might be helpful! kzbin.info/www/bejne/raDGpmNsoKyUiZIsi=oOpmgJItj9DUWBFb & kzbin.info/www/bejne/mX_HhYyrZZKmeLcsi=cxd3-OxZCJukY_7F + I also have a bonding video on our channel!

[@myahsmybaby]

My bird just molted (GCC), and now that he is pretty much done; he as a small bald patch on his head by his ear. Is that something to be concerned about, or could it be just a part of the process? Anyone know?

[@PoodlesandParrots]

As long as your GCC appears healthy and is behaving normally, the bald patch should not be a cause for concern. However, if you notice any other unusual symptoms or changes in your bird's behaviour, such as lethargy, loss of appetite, or excessive scratching or preening, it may be a sign of an underlying health issue. In that case, it's a good idea to consult with your avian vet. Ensure your bird has a really good diet as well; their health and behaviour depend on it! I have a new ebook on our website all about parrot nutrition 😊📲 poodlesandparrots.com/products I saw an avian vet mention this on Google; www.justanswer.com/bird-vet/i37ob-bald-spot-head-green-cheek-conure.html -- not saying it's any of this, but without context, it's hard to say that's why I always suggest checking with a vet. I always make vet appointments about anything I am not sure about! Hope this helped!💛

[@myahsmybaby]

@@PoodlesandParrots thanks for getting back to me. I'm taking my bird to the vet tomorrow just to make sure he is ok. 🤞

[@PoodlesandParrots]

@@myahsmybaby sending positive vibes!!✨✨✨

[@magnus9812]

why do you keep a jar of feathers?

[@PoodlesandParrots]

Because they are so pretty and cute! and I think they are nice to keep as memories❤ I am sure one day I will be very grateful that I kept them

[@magnus9812]

@@PoodlesandParrots oh awsome im glad u hav a good relashenship with them

[@chelongogan3904]

May the Lord bless you and keep you, may His face shine upon you and give you PEACE ✨

[@PoodlesandParrots]

Thank you💖💖