Feather footed bantam help!

[akkiko42]

I have 2 feather footed bantams not sure what breed. They are about 2 weeks old. However, they are biting their own feathers off their feet. Is this a normal behavior? Any suggestions on how to stop it? I do know it is them doing it because I have watched them do it.
Thanks!

 

[Dustieburk]

Check if they have mites if so put sevens dust on there buts and under there wings . Have fun ! Welcome !

 

[Tumbleweed Farm]

I have 2 feather footed bantams not sure what breed. They are about 2 weeks old. However, they are biting their own feathers off their feet. Is this a normal behavior? Any suggestions on how to stop it? I do know it is them doing it because I have watched them do it.
Thanks!

Also, welcome!

I've had many silkie babies and I've seen them do this a lot. They also grab a siblings feathers on foot too. This behavior stops soon, they are just babies discovering their world. I had one silkie that constantly did this and then cry, she did not seem to "get" the cause and effect. I personally doubt they have mites at this young age, especially if in a brooder in your house. If by chance they do, you will see them if you look closely.

 

[akkiko42]

Thanks it doesn't appear to be mites. I only notice them pulling the feet feathers. I try to keep the cage clean and dry at all times. Glad to hear its just a baby behavior. They are only 2 weeks old after all

 

[Tumbleweed Farm]

Thanks it doesn't appear to be mites. I only notice them pulling the feet feathers. I try to keep the cage clean and dry at all times. Glad to hear its just a baby behavior. They are only 2 weeks old after all

Exactly. They will outgrow it soon!

 

[Dustieburk]

Ok Just saying mine had mites so just tell people because it can kill them . Happy you found out what it was !