CRESTED POLISH can't see

[KathyR]

Hi everyone,

My poor babies can't see due to the feathers covering their eyes. I would like to clip the feathers around the eyes but am afraid of bleeding. I read if you trim to short the feathers will bleed. What can be done to prevent this and what do I do if they do bleed? I have to do something for these poor babies, now 5 1/2 months old.

Thanks
Kathy

 

[lovemychix]

I trim my polish. Just don't cut too far down.

 

[froggie71]

I was looking for ideas for this too, so I'll be looking for any answers you get. I didn't really want to trim their feathers, but I did see someone suggest using a pony tail holder to pull up the feathers. I tried this, but my Polish freaked out trying to get it off their heads and 1 ended up scratching her eye. It wasn't on tight, but I guess was just annoying. So I was looking for better suggestions. I feel sorry for them. They are alway lost in the backyard and we've seen them walk into walls, etc. Can't wait to see anyone elses suggestions.

 

[KathyR]

Thanks for the replies guys. I don't know how far is to far when cutting the feathers. I think I would have to cut off a fair amount for it to do any good.

I also heard about the bands for putting up the feathers. I did not try it but was afraid if they did get them off one would end up eating it and choking. I am paranoid about those things.

Anyone else have anything to add?

Thanks
Kathy

 

[Brindlebtch]

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[KathyR]

Are those the sites you buy your supplies?
Kathy

 

[Brindlebtch]

No, they were just possible ideas put forth not very seriously. Sorry.

 

[froggie71]

I didn't think they could be serious.

None seemed liked they would even remotely work.

 

[KathyR]

Hi everyone,

Well, I went out with haircutting scissors. The chickens for the most part were very cooperative. I sat them on my lap and started clipping. It went very well. No signs of blood. If anyone knows what to do if there is bleeding I would appreciate knowing just in case I have any problems in the future.

Thanks
Kathy

 

[froggie71]

Well I haven't done the trimming yet so I haven't had bleeding from the crest, but when the tail feathers have been ripped out and bleeding I've used a cold damp paper towel to wipe away the blood and stop the bleeding.

ETA: Glad all went well for you. I maybe doing the same for my girls soon.