Do i need to cut my alexandrines nails?

[kuruptz]

Hello people,

Wondering if i need to cut my alexandrines nails or do birds not need to have their nails clipped?

I have one of those cement perches to trim his nails down but it doesn't seem to work.

Thanks alot

[Phill]

i have heared alot about them perches and everywere i have read sais NOT to use them as they hurt the birds feet and cause blisters. now yes im pretty sure you have to clip the nails but i would take it to avain vet if you have never done it before as he/she can show you what you have to do.

[kuruptz]

I live in Sydney, around Liverpool anyone know avain vets around here?

[Jane]

kuruptz, get yourself a copy of Birdkeeper or Aviary Life magazines. They are both australian mags that come out every 2 months, in the back are list of avian vets.

I'm sure we've had some discussions here on the forum re perches, sounds like you've already read them though. I prefer natural branches myself.

[Phill]

i absoulty agree i have all natural branches in aviary and cages.

[vankarhi]

yes their nails do need clipping from time to time. I have done them occassionally but mostly they seem ok.

[fruitynutbird]

Dr. James Gill is located at Canley Heights, which is not too far from Liverpool. I believe he is the Patron of the Parrot Breeders & Exhibitors Society of NSW. Here are his details:

Dr. James Gill
Shop 6, cnr of Harden St and Avoca Rd
Canley Heights
Ph: [phone]

Hope this information helps,
Andrew

[petiel]

Don't use cement perches or sand paper covers, they will hurt your birds feet. Always use calcuim perches or natural branches they are both safe to use.

[kuruptz]

Thanks for the advice everyone!

Fruitynutbird: Thanks so much for the number and address i will be taking my bird there.