Are you wondering how to safely move a bird?
It’s natural for a bird owner to worry about their pet during a move. Fortunately, there are plenty of simple, practical things you can do to help them adjust.
Moving a Bird Checklist
Contact the State Veterinary Department – ask what the requirements are for birds in the state you are moving to. A few states do not allow certain breeds of birds to be kept as pets.
Visit your bird’s veterinarian – at least a month before your moving date, receive a checkup for your bird and obtain a health certificate.
Purchase a travel carrier - whether you are driving or flying, your bird will need a transportable carrier. To acclimate your bird to the carrief, ave your bird spend the night in it for 1-2 weeks before the move.
Use a Blackout Curtain – whether driving a flying, a blackout curtain can help reduce your bird’s stress.
Keep the car windows up – birds do not like drafts.
Prioritize your bird – Recreate his space exactly as it was before the moving, attaching his perch, swing, water dishes, and or toys in the same places. Do this immediately upon moving in.
Warning: If your bird begins pulling out his feathers try calming him with soothing conversation. If he doesn’t stop within a day, see a veterinarian immediately. Pulling feathers can become a recurring habit so it’s best to address it quickly.
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