Why did my bird's vet visit cost so much for just a feather trim?

That will vary depending on what vet you see! It is best to contact a vet in your area to see what their prices are. Many vets will also happily show you how to trim the wings so that you can do it on your own in the future.

Thanks for reaching out about Chipper and including photos. You should monitor the growth of the next feather from that follicle. If it grows in rotated, there is a chance this might be a persistent problem. Then a veterinary visit is recommended to diagnose the condition, which might include blood work, a nutrition discussion and possible follicle biopsy. Often times it is a one time problem, where the feather was tweaked in the follicle and grew in abnormal. Good luck.

Cost will vary depending on the treatment needed to repair the wing, and depending on the clinic you bring Harry to. It would be best to contact veterinarians in you area as they can provide a better estimate of cost as well as provide you with treatment plans after examining him.

It is difficult to fully appreciate what you are describing in the images provided. Red quills may be due to trauma, infection or even a defect. As long as there is no active bleeding and Neptune is behaving normally then you can simply monitor him. If the feathers appear to cause him discomforts, you can have him examined by your veterinarian or an experienced avian veterinarian. If necessary, the feathers can be plucked and new ones will grow in place. Do not attempt to pluck the feathers on your own.

I'm not sure what you're asking. Your bird should be fine and act normal after a nail trim or feather trim unless they were injured during the process, in which case it should be addressed at the time of trimming. Without a photo it would be hard to say if the red eyes are normal or not, but if Jupiter got a clean bill of health at the vet, I wouldn't be too worried.

You should check to see if there are any wild life rehabilitation services or animal control services in your area. You can drop the dove off with them and they normally don't charge you. If you do not have one near you, the best thing would be to take him to a veterinarian. Some veterinarians treat wild life at no cost or discounted cost. You should call around to different veterinary clinics to see what they would charge you. The veterinarian would start off by doing an exam and possible xray of the wing. Normal cost for this would range from $75-$150. Best of luck to you. Thank you for using pet coach.

Check local and state wildlife laws first to make sure you are allowed to keep Angel. Next, contact the local veterinary clinic and ask for the contact information of nearby wildlife rehabilitator. If you are legally prohibited from keeping wildlife, a rehabber will give Angel the best chance at treatment and recovery. If you are allowed to keep Angel, a rehabber should be able to direct you to a veterinarian who may be able to help out. Any discount or assistance would be at the sole discretion of the veterinarian or specialist.