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Is it normal for a parakeet to bleed where his wing feather is coming out2007-11-24 17:24:10

He is fine, but there is a spot of blood under his wing and I'm really scared!

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sounds like a blood feather, is the whole feather out, if so he'll be fine, if there is still part of the feather in there, remove it or take it to the vet to remove it

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No! If the feather came out naturally and if its bleeding, its a problem, but if u pull it out forcefully and its bleeding, then its normal,not serious problem,

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Yes,it reall isn't a problem.

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depends on the size and if its still bleeding. If its a paper cut size then you are fine, but if its a wound then go see a veterinarian NOW!

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I have never seen that on our parakeet. Is it possible your parakeet got its wing caught on something in its cage? If he seems fine, he probably is, but I would check for places it may have caught on. Do you have another pet such as a dog or cat that may have got a hold of the parakeet through the cage?

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Keep an eye on the wound. If it gets worse take them to the vet since infections spread. Normally blood should not be coming out but if the feather got pulled out or torn out it is possible. This should be a one time occurance and if it is the other bird maybe you should consider separating them.

Also make sure they have enough room, food, and water and are not competing for the things they need to survive and be happy.