I noticed today that my 3 month old BCM cockerel had the very tip the top part of his beak broken off. In addition, his beak has been scraped raw. I have not observed him eating on his own (not saying he isn't- he just wasn't at the feeders when I was checking him out) but he did eat some crumbles from my hand and also some scrambled eggs. He ate sort of intermittenly- happily pcked some food and then would hesitate... suddenly peck food again... hesitate. Would the raw part of his beak be painful?
Should I apply anything to his beak, or do anything special to help him? I'm already planning to give him some extra attention and regular hand feedings for the next few days to make sure he's getting enough to eat. Beyond that can I just wait for it to heal/grow back? Or does he need treatment? TIA!
Should I apply anything to his beak, or do anything special to help him? I'm already planning to give him some extra attention and regular hand feedings for the next few days to make sure he's getting enough to eat. Beyond that can I just wait for it to heal/grow back? Or does he need treatment? TIA!