CAG Chewing Skin on Feet

[2ndNoah]

For the 2nd time in a little more than a year, my 2 y/o (2 in April) CAG has begun picking areas of skin off of his feet. To my knowledge, nothing changed either time. The first time, the avian vet had him in a collar for 3-4 months, and he became a compulsive water drinker...so, I REALLY don't want to put him in a collar again if at all possible! Any thoughts or ideas on causes and treatments?? Any help will be appreciated. Thanks.

[Maggie-]

What did the vet learn the last time? Was there anything physical or was it an emotional issue? How does his skin look? Most picking is usually related to feathers. This is the first I've heard of feet picking.

I don't know if this article will help, but thought I'd give it a try:
http://www.africangreys.com/articles/nu ... incare.htm

Can you describe when he does it..how often...what circumstances seem to be happening. Was there a change in his life at the first time he did it? I assume the skin picking must have something to do with insecurities. Can you think back to what may be going on that is causing some fears. For example,
1. Has there been a change in his living quarters, such as ....move the cage..add a new cover..different color cover...new toy...something new to the room..and so on.
2. Have there been changes in your life that has caused any stress? Do you have other animals that may be causing fears...

Please think back to every detail that you can. It would also be great if you could email a photo of him to me privately. Send it to merlin@africangreys.com I will continue to think about it.

Hoping some of this helps.

GREY'T Blessings,
Maggie-

[Maggie]

How's your baby? Did the article help?

Blessings,
Maggie-