I recently got my first canary, who seems quite happy here. I’ve done a lot of reading and googling, but can’t seem to find answers to two questions I have. I don’t think she is molting now, but want to be ready to provide the care she needs when it comes time.
1) How many feathers will I find on the bottom of the cage each day if she is in molt? Will she lose a feather or two a day outside of molt (like we lose a few strands of hair)? Or if she is losing any feathers at all does that indicate she is in a molt (or soft molt at least)?
2) She is a red mosaic, should I plan to color feed her? This may be a silly question!
I’d really appreciate any feedback! I’m so nervous I’ll miss the signs.
1) How many feathers will I find on the bottom of the cage each day if she is in molt? Will she lose a feather or two a day outside of molt (like we lose a few strands of hair)? Or if she is losing any feathers at all does that indicate she is in a molt (or soft molt at least)?
2) She is a red mosaic, should I plan to color feed her? This may be a silly question!
I’d really appreciate any feedback! I’m so nervous I’ll miss the signs.