My bird is eating his toy!!

Lolly.and.Avo

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I'm new to owning Conures, and my Cockatiel never did this.
I have recently switched my Conure, Avo, to a new food, and I gave him this new toy. The toy has little straw hats on it, and he loves pulling them apart, but I noticed that he's eating the toy! Like- chewing and swallowing the straw on the hat. Is this okay? I've taken the toy away until I know for sure what to do. :green:
 

MonicaMc

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Eating a small amount *might* be ok, but eating large amounts probably isn't healthy! Maybe time for some new toys?
 

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He might have a deficiency of something (like some type of vitamin, mineral, etc). You might want to call your avian vet and ask about that and see if they have advice :)
 
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Lolly.and.Avo

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He might have a deficiency of something (like some type of vitamin, mineral, etc). You might want to call your avian vet and ask about that and see if they have advice :)

Thanks so much! I called my vet and she gave me some tips. :green:
 

Piasa

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Would you share the tips on here?
 

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