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Feather Destructive behavior

Is it possible that the symptoms of FDB in birds are caused by a fungal infection on the surface? In addition, can you provide nutritional advice related to this disease?

Hi Alice,

There can be many causes of Feather Destructive Behavior. A fungal infection can certainly be a cause. Dr. Orosz will touch on some of this in her webinar on July 30. Unfortunately there is no one treatment or diet to treat or prevent it. A full Vet exam is the first step, and then a course of treatment that may include nutritional changes will follow.

Thank you for asking Lafeber,

Brenda