What can I put on my sun conure's sore vent from fecal buildup?

If there is a lot of stool stuck on those feathers, I would trim it back just to remove any excess stool and prevent irritation against the skin. While aging can make it harder for birds to preen and need help (such as the baths you are giving) it is also always a good idea to rule out health issues such as parasites, GI upset, illnesses, etc that could be causing the stool to get stuck around the vent with your veterinarian, as this can sometimes be the first sign of something wrong.

Thanks for reaching out about Kiwi. You could clean it with a warm, wet washcloth, but it is a sign that he is not grooming himself well. Diarrhea, increased urine or arthritis are just a few concerns. A veterinary visit is recommended for a diagnostic and treatment plan. Good luck.

A picture of your bird’s vent would be helpful so we can try to determine if the featherless skin is normal or not. However, based on what you are describing, I would assume that the feathers have fallen out because of the matting/stickiness from the feces around the vent. If your bird is otherwise eating and drinking normally then I would not be too concerned. Just be on the lookout for any other feather loss and/or any behavior changes. I hope this helps. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.

Poor Sweeney! If you don't know his gender and he is acting constipated or unable to pass any stool at all, it would be best to seek veterinary care ASAP. There are several possibilities such as actual constipation, a blockage in the GI tract, something stuck, or, if he is actually a girl, a stuck egg (egg-bound). You may be able to feel something stuck by feeling in front of his vent. In some cases, gentle massage can help whatever is stuck pass, however if there is an egg stuck you run the risk of accidentally breaking it while still inside and causing more issues. Veterinary care is best to try and remove any blockages and find the initial cause for it in the first place, such as illness or nutritional problems.

If Zachary will allow, gently clean the feathers around his vent. A bath or misting a couple times a week may help keep him clean and promote healthy plumage. The change in diet may account for the issue. As long as he is behaving normally, monitor him and enjoy your new winged friend! Symptoms that would be of concern are lethargy, perching all fluffed up, decreased appetite, loose droppings or sitting at the bottom of the cage.

If Sky had a lot of dried feces around her vent this could cause the feathers to stick/mat together and fall out. So if Sky is otherwise acting normal, eating well, and her stools have returned to normal then I would not be too concerned. A well balanced diet is also important to healthy skin and proper feather growth. Good luck with Sky!

Thanks for reaching out. Do you mean the cloaca is exposed or the uterus (prolapsed tissue) is exposed? The cloaca should contract, just try and keep the tissue clean and ensure she is able defecate and urinate. If tissue is exposed, clean with a warm moistened towel and lubricate with petroleum jelly. A veterinary visit is recommended as sutures might be necessary. Antibiotics, pain medications and hormones might also be recommended. Remove all nesting material and alter photoperiod to dissuade additional egg laying. Check and correct diet as calcium and other nutritional deficiencies can play a part in egg binding. Heat support in the 80-85 F range is also recommended. Good luck.