Recommendations for growing back tail feathers eaten by mice

[rbj79]

We have several of our 4-H show birds that have had their tails ruined by mice. Does anyone have recommendations on how to repair them? They are pretty much chewed to pieces. Do I just pluck them and wait for them to grow back? Thanks in advance!

 

[sumi]

Badly damaged feathers should rather be plucked, or wait until the birds molt them out naturally and regrow new ones. A tiny amount of Apple Cider Vinegar in their drink water every other day will help a bit with the new feather growth.