ummm idk if im doing this right?

[alyssanor]

am i supposed to cut a budgies nail or file them. or do i let them keep growing , i have not trimmed their nails because i dont know if i should

 

[scrape]

Some budgies need their nails trimmed. Generally most don't. Most people clip them rather than file. I have to clip my budgies' nails, a chart can be helpful for knowing when they are too long. Different perches can help keep nails down.

 

[animalover]

I file them if im not confident with clipping, I also file if the nails are dark and you can't see the quick.

How to Trim Parrot Claws: 12 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

Trimming a parrot's talons can be very difficult. Parrots may resist having their nails trimmed, so only attempt to trim your bird's nails if you've bonded with your parrot. You will have to keep your parrot calm throughout the clipping...

www.wikihow.com

 

[Ember-Tiel]

You can buy a pedi perch for all your birds too keep their nails less sharp without having to clip them often. Here is a thread with information on it,

Pedi-Perches

It´s no secret that I am a huge fan of pedi-perches - but only certain ones. I just want to post a thread with some info, so that I can reference it in the future instead of posting the same info multiple times and missing important parts. I stand by my pedi-perches, and only one of my birds...

forums.avianavenue.com

 

[alyssanor]

You can buy a pedi perch for all your birds too keep their nails less sharp without having to clip them often. Here is a thread with information on it,

Pedi-Perches

It´s no secret that I am a huge fan of pedi-perches - but only certain ones. I just want to post a thread with some info, so that I can reference it in the future instead of posting the same info multiple times and missing important parts. I stand by my pedi-perches, and only one of my birds...

forums.avianavenue.com

ok thank you

 

[alyssanor]

I file them if im not confident with clipping, I also file if the nails are dark and you can't see the quick.

How to Trim Parrot Claws: 12 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

Trimming a parrot's talons can be very difficult. Parrots may resist having their nails trimmed, so only attempt to trim your bird's nails if you've bonded with your parrot. You will have to keep your parrot calm throughout the clipping...

www.wikihow.com

ok thank you

 

[alyssanor]

Some budgies need their nails trimmed. Generally most don't. Most people clip them rather than file. I have to clip my budgies' nails, a chart can be helpful for knowing when they are too long. Different perches can help keep nails down.

ok thank you

 

[Loveofbird]

Yes some birds need their toes clipped. I get my bird's nails clipped at my avian vet since I'm to scared to do it myself. But if you do it your self make sure you just clip the very tip point off because if you go to far it can hurt them and cause them to bleed(Which is why I'm to nervous to do it myself.)

Didn't you say in another post you knew someone with bird experience? Maybe you can ask them to show you how to clip yours birds nails.

 

[alyssanor]

Yes some birds need their toes clipped. I get my bird's nails clipped at my avian vet since I'm to scared to do it myself. But if you do it your self make sure you just clip the very tip point off because if you go to far it can hurt them and cause them to bleed(Which is why I'm to nervous to do it myself.)

Didn't you say in another post you knew someone with bird experience? Maybe you can ask them to show you how to clip yours birds nails.

ok , yea im scared to do myself to lol

 

[budgieluv3]

Make sure to have cornstarch and a cotton ball on hand if you decide to do it. Use a towel. Be carful or go to the vet. Some pet stores will clip nails too.

 

[Destiny]

One thing I would mention about bringing your bird to a vet or bird shop for a "clip" ... make sure that they understand that you are only interested in having the nails done.

I have heard several stories of birds being taken in for a nail clipping and coming back with clipped wings. This can be very upsetting for both bird and owner.

 

[Feather]

One thing I don't see mentioned yet is you also need to know how to restrain the bird properly so you don't hurt it when clipping the nails. Don't try it yourself until and unless someone with experience can show you how to do so safely and you have the confidence to do so calmly.

 

[Ripshod]

If you think the nails need clipping post a photo here and get a few opinions. Too many times we hear of people clipping nails simply because they get scratched by them, and they don't actually need it.
A good variety of perches and maybe a pedi-perch keep the nails under control. The only time I've clipped nails is when a bird can't use it's feet normally.