
Not all pet birds need to have their wing clipped. The decision should be made based on several factors such as the bird’s personality, its immediate environment, potential dangers present in the household, as well as the season. During the winter months, some bird owners don’t clip their pet’s wings because windows and doors are always closed, which means there is lesser risk of escape. Birds also need to spend time outside their cages so they can stretch their wings and fly around. The exercise can prevent them from piling on the pounds and getting bored. During the rest of the year when the weather is favorable, birds can be brought outside to outdoor enclosures so they can have their daily dose of vitamin D. These birds should always be wing-clipped to prevent them from flying away.
A sudden change in your pet’s health and/or behavior should require an appointment with your pet clinic Middletown, DE.