What Size BeakGuard Bird Vest Does My Bird Need?
Start with your bird's weight in grams. The BeakGuard Vest comes in four sizes to help protect vulnerable chest and abdominal skin. Use the chart below to find your starting size. Species examples are helpful, but always cross-reference your bird's actual weight.
Small
Goffin / Sm Timneh
Medium
African Grey
Large
Umbrella Cockatoo
XL
Moluccan Cockatoo
Made for a secure, comfortable fit: The BeakGuard Vest wraps around the chest and abdomen, with a reinforced protective panel over vulnerable skin. A properly fitted vest allows your bird to eat, perch, climb, and move comfortably.
Not sure how much your bird weighs? Your avian veterinarian may already have a recent weight on file. You can also weigh your bird at home using a digital kitchen scale that measures in grams. A reliable scale often costs around $25 and is useful for monitoring your bird's health, too.
How to Check Vest Length and Girth
Length is measured from the base of the neck to where the vest ends on your bird's body. Girth is measured around the chest, just behind the wings.
These measurements help confirm that the vest will cover the area needing protection without being too loose or restrictive.
What should a good fit look like? The vest should cover the vulnerable chest and abdominal skin without restricting breathing, normal crop expansion, or wing movement. It should stay securely in place while your bird goes about normal activities.
Not Sure Which Size to Order? Ask Us!
We know how important it is to get the right protection when your bird keeps chewing or picking at its skin. We're happy to help you choose.
Call or text us at 719-650-0812. Tell us your bird's species and weight in grams. Pictures are especially helpful! A photo showing your bird's body and the area you're trying to protect helps us recommend the most appropriate BeakGuard Vest size.
