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Hello all! I've recently adopted an adorable Russian (Jezebel!) whose beak is overgrown. I already feed on slate, but her beak never really touches the stone while eating.
I've read everything (in the forums and elsewhere) I can find on the subject of beak trimming, but I'm unsure of what to do, particularly in terms of how severe the beak overgrowth should be before it needs a trim. If it will need to be trimmed, what's the best method for this kind of overgrowth? I have Emory boards, toenail clippers, and stainless cuticle trimmers all at my disposal.
I have looked into it extensively, and there are no reptile vets near me who have experience doing that specific thing. Especially if filing is feasible, I'd be comfortable trying it myself--but I just need to know what method is best! I also see that the beak has grown outwards instead of down, but how can that be corrected (as it looks like the whole beak just grows slightly outward)? Would I file a bit of the front of the beak as well?
Any input and advice is GREATLY appreciated!!!
I've read everything (in the forums and elsewhere) I can find on the subject of beak trimming, but I'm unsure of what to do, particularly in terms of how severe the beak overgrowth should be before it needs a trim. If it will need to be trimmed, what's the best method for this kind of overgrowth? I have Emory boards, toenail clippers, and stainless cuticle trimmers all at my disposal.
I have looked into it extensively, and there are no reptile vets near me who have experience doing that specific thing. Especially if filing is feasible, I'd be comfortable trying it myself--but I just need to know what method is best! I also see that the beak has grown outwards instead of down, but how can that be corrected (as it looks like the whole beak just grows slightly outward)? Would I file a bit of the front of the beak as well?
Any input and advice is GREATLY appreciated!!!