Things You'll Need
- Towel
- Mild disinfectant
- Rotary grinder
- Nail file or emery board
Instructions
Examine your parrot's beak for deformities or other problems. It is normal for a parrot's beak to exhibit minor cracks or peeling during beak regeneration, but if your parrot's beak displays any signs of a deformity, major cracking, or overgrowth it should be seen by a veterinarian.
Consult with a veterinarian to determine the proper length and shape for your Quaker parrot's beak. Your veterinarian will tell you what shape is normal for a Quaker parrot, and he will be able to advise you in the event that a large portion of the beak needs to be trimmed away.
Wrap your parrot snugly in a towel to keep it from struggling and clean the beak with a mild disinfectant. Use caution to avoid getting any of the disinfectant in the parrot's mouth.
File your parrot's beak carefully with a hand held rotary grinder. Following the instructions given by your vet; only grind away as much excess tissue as necessary.
File down the tip of your parrot's beak with a nail file or emery board if you only intend to dull the point. If a normal nail file doesn't work, try a diamond-embedded nail file.