BrokenWing Chronicles
Feather & Skin Disorders

Treatment consists of surgically removing the involved feather follicles. If the follicle is just incised and the feather with its accumulation of keratin is removed, it will usually recur. Initial resection is not a major procedure, but recurrence is common unless the extensive dissection of the feather follicle is accomplished. In birds with multiple affected feathers, such as the genetically predisposed Norwich canary, this is not practical.
Some experienced canary breeders recommend the following amino acids for a successful, lump-free moult: methionine, lysine, threonine, and tryptophan, which are found in various foods). They also suggest that lecithin (an unsaturated fatty acid) also aids in allowing feather growth to occur smoothly. Adequate B vitamins, mineral content (especially zinc), folic acid and Biotin have also been cited as essential elements required for a trouble-free moult.


Feather Cysts
http://www.birdsnways.com/wisdom/ww48eiv.htm
http://robirda.com/flock79.html
http://merckvetmanual.com/mvm/index..../bc/170234.htm
http://petcaretips.net/bird-feather-lumps.html

Parakeets
http://www.budgerigars.co.uk/diseases/feather.html
http://www.budgerigars.co.uk/diseases/feather2.html

Avian Skin & Feathers photo site
http://www.vet.gla.ac.uk/vetscape/ve...wrie/index.htm

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