Doves and Powder down

[JCarpentier]

Good evening,

I have always been intrigued by Doves and was wondering if they are powder down producers? I know some parrots produce more powder than others, but how about Doves? The reason I ask is because my husband has had respiratory issues when we had a Cockatiel in the past. However, this bird was in a small apartment, with a carpet, and no air purifier.

Thanks!

 

[FiatLux]

“Unlike many other birds, a dove doesn't have a uropygial gland (also called a preen gland), which contains oil used in preening to help waterproof its feathers. Instead, it has powder down feathers, which are extremely fine feathers that disintegrate into a dust-like substance.”
From this website
In my experience with pigeons, the dust is manageable with a high quality air purifier on 24-7, non carpeted floors and daily cage paper changes.