How to Groom a Parrot

Grooming your parrot helps keep him healthy and beautiful.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Bath Towels
• Bird Bath Spray
• Bird Nail Clippers
• Styptic Powders

Bathing

1. Wash your parrot at least once a week by showering, misting with a spray bottle or bathing in a sink. Keep water out of his face.
2. Use water that feels warm to you.
3. Use a shampoo recommended by your vet.
4. Dry with a towel. Wings don't need brushing or blow-drying.

Wing, Beak and Nail Care

5. Have the flight feathers clipped by your vet to prevent escape, but allow short flights. Don't cut feathers that are still in the sheath.
6. Wipe the beak with a towel when bathing. Let your vet do any beak trimming or sanding.
7. Trim long, sharp nails. Use styptic powder if bleeding occurs.

Tips & Warnings

• Line a sink or bowl with a rubber mat or towel to prevent slipping.
• If you shower with your bird, wear a T-shirt to protect your skin.
• A shower perch allows your bird to shower alone.
• Never leave your parrot unsupervised in water - he could drown.