Are you worried sick about your bird's self-mutilation? It's tough, but there's hope! Introducing our BeakGuard Bird Vest - specially designed with a military-grade insert to protect your feathered friend. Let's work together to tackle this challenge and bring happiness back into your bird's life. Ready to learn more about how we can help? Take the first step towards a brighter future for your pet!
Sizing Information
Since individual birds vary in size, even within the species, choose the collars size based on your birds weight. Common species sizes are listed below however, for the most accurate sizing weigh your bird in grams.
| Size | Girth x Length | Bird Weight |
| Small | 8" x 4.5" | 200 - 300 gm. |
| Medium | 10.5" x 5.25" | 300 - 499 gm |
| Large | 13.5 x 6" | 500 - 700 gm |
| X-Large | 18" x 6.5" | 700 - 1000 gm |
| African Grey (Congo) | Medium |
| African Grey (Timneh) |
Medium |
| Amazon | Medium |
| Amazon (Lilac Crowned) | Medium |
| Amazon (Panama) | Medium |
| Amazon (Yellow-Naped) | Medium |
| Bourke Parakeet | X-Small |
| Budgie (American) | X-Small |
| Budgie (English) | X-Small |
| Caique | Small |
| Cameroon African Grey | Large |
| Cockatiel | Small |
| Cockatoo (Bare Eyed) | Medium |
| Cockatoo (Citron) | Medium |
| Cockatoo (Ducorps) | Medium |
| Cockatoo (Eleonora) | Large |
| Cockatoo (Goffin) | Medium |
| Cockatoo (Greater Sulphur Crested) | Large |
| Cockatoo (Lesser Sulphur Crested) | Medium |
| Cockatoo (Medium Sulphur Crested) | Medium |
| Cockatoo (Moluccan) | Large |
| Cockatoo (Rose Breasted - Galah) | Medium |
| Cockatoo (Triton) | Large |
| Cockatoo (Umbrella) | Large |
| Conure (Black-Capped) | X-Small |
| Conure (Blue Crown) | Large |
| Conure (Crimson Bellied) | X-Small |
| Conure (Dusky) | X-Small |
| Conure (Fiery Shouldered) | X-Small |
| Conure (Golden) | Medium |
| Conure (Green Cheek) | X-Small |
| Conure (Green Cheek – average with a girth of approx. 6") | X-Small |
| Conure (Half-Moon) | X-Small |
| Conure (Jenday) | Small |
| Conure (Maroon Bellied) | X-Small |
| Conure (Mitered) | Small |
| Conure (Nanday) | Small |
| Conure (Patagonian) | Small |
| Conure (Pineapple) | X-Small |
| Conure (Sun) | Small |
| Conure (White Eyed) | Small |
| Crow | Medium |
| Dove (Ring Neck, smaller) | Small |
| Dove (Ring Neck, larger) | Small |
| Eclectus (Grand) | Medium |
| Eclectus (Red Sided) | Medium |
| Eclectus (Solomon Island) | Medium |
| Eclectus (Vos Maeri) | Medium |
| Indian Ring Neck | Small |
| Jardine | Small |
| Lorikeet (Rainbow) | Small |
| Lorikeet (Smaller) | Small |
| Lorikeet, Rainbow (Australian) | Small |
| Lorikeet, Red Collar (Australian) | Small |
| Lorikeet, Scaly (Australian) | Small |
| Lovebird (Most) | X-Small |
| Macaw (Blue & Gold - Larger) | Large |
| Macaw (Green Wing) | Large |
| Macaw (Hahns) | Small |
| Macaw (Hyacinth) | XLarge |
| Macaw (Illigers) | Medium |
| Macaw (Military) | Large |
| Macaw (Red Headed) | Small |
| Macaw (Scarlet) | Large |
| Macaw (Severe) | Medium |
| Macaw (Yellow Collar) | Small |
| Parakeet (Alexandrine) | Small |
| Parakeet (American) | XSmall |
| Parakeet (Canary-Winged or BB) | XSmall |
| Parakeet (Lineolated) | X-Small |
| Parakeet (Moustache) | Small |
| Parrot (Australian King) | Small |
| Parrot (Hawk-Headed) | Small |
| Parrot (Myers) | Small |
| Parrot (Red Bellied) | Small |
| Parrotlet | XXSmall |
| Pigeon | Small |
| Pionus | Small |
| Pionus (Maxmillian) | Small |
| Quaker | Small |
| Senegal (African) | Small |
| Starling | Small |
Some bird's learn to open the velcro closure. If your bird has a history of destroying bird collars, grab some moleskin to secure the velcro.
If your bird is a heavy chewer, consider spraying the outside of the vest with a bitters spray to deter chewing.
Velcro Cone: Our mildest bird collar, the Velcro Cone, serves as a distraction and provides a tactile chewing experience.
Fringy Neck: This collar works by surrounding the neck with thick yet soft material, gently limiting neck movement and making it harder for birds to access preferred chewing areas.
The Fringy Cone variant features even thicker material and a stiff insert in the cone, further restricting access to the body for compulsive pluckers.
BeakGuard Vest: Our snug bird vest offers an additional layer of restriction for the chest and back.
It's perfectly fine to pair collars and vests together, if necessary.
Many pet owners opt to keep a few styles on hand. They can use a milder collar when the bird is stable, and if something in the environment triggers the bird to pluck, they have a more restrictive emergency backup ready.
Bird collars are just one part of a comprehensive strategy for managing feather plucking and self-mutilation. This strategy includes appropriate medical care, a balanced diet, enrichment activities, behavioral supports, and calming supplements. By incorporating bird collars into this holistic approach, pet owners can promote their parrot's overall wellness and happiness.
Bird self-mutilation usually develops over time many of these birds have been introduced to bird collars. This combo is trying to protect your bird from dangerous self-destructive behavior. If your bird is new to collars, construct a bird rehabilitation cage, to maximize your birds safety while introducing this combo.
We try to offer our collars in soothing colors that match their plumage. Our best sellers are light blues, yellows, and grey.
However, there continue to be supply chain issues and many fabric patterns change seasonally, so our color offerings may be limited from time to time.
Birds, equipped with sharp beaks that can crack open nuts and nimble feet, can be quite destructive, posing a challenge in potentially destroying bird collars.
In particular, birds with self-mutilation tendencies can be relentless in trying to remove collars to feed their addictive compulsion.
Recognizing this risk, we strongly advise a proactive stance: reinforce collars with bird-safe bitters and fortify closures with durable moleskin.
To further safeguard against there determined efforts, consider additional measures like having a Saf-T Shield on hand, using over the counter bird calming supplements, or exploring prescription grade medications to calm the compulsions.
Vigilance and creative solutions will help ensure the effectiveness of the collars in curbing self-mutilation behaviors.
If you're considering this product, chances are your bird has developed a compulsive plucking habit. Take proactive steps by downloading my book to gain insights on outsmarting your clever companion. Enhance the velcro closures with moleskin for added durability, and consider deterring collar chewing by applying a bird-safe bitter spray. Be proactive in supporting your feathered friend's well-being!
1. Explore the option of using a bird collar to interrupt feather plucking.
2. Use this bundle to address common causes associated with feather plucking.
3. Identify and eliminate triggers that lead to plucking to effectively put a stop to the behavior.
4. Implement positive reinforcement and training to teach replacement behaviors and build self-confidence.
Enjoy complimentary shipping on US retail orders over $70 so this bundle ships free within the US. Otherwise, it's just a pocket-friendly $6.99 to any US address.
Orders placed by 10:30 AM - MST ship the same day, except Sunday. Standard shipment usually takes 4-7 days. Create an account to get tracking information.
Absolutely, we ship worldwide! Shipping costs are transparent and added at checkout. Please note, we don't collect VAT. Kindly be aware, this item doesn't pass customs in AU or NZ.
You can opt for speedy delivery through USPS (2-day) or UPS overnight for an additional fee.
I have a self mutilator and the collar is not a challenge, he simply rolls it up and picks!! This vest is way more difficult for him to outsmart!! Velcro is sturdy and overall material is quality. I was afraid of putting it on but it was actually easy and out M2 doesn’t seem to mind wearing it!
We are so happy to receive our can’t live without Parrot Vest for our Mollucan Cockatoo who literally makes kisses sounds when it gets put on him. Thank you so much!
I work at a parrot rescue and bought a few of these for Moluccans with bad plucking/ mutilating habits. The large fits well EXCEPT the space for the wing in the vest. There’s too much material there and it makes it too tight at the base of the wing. I cut away all the material right up to the Velcro and now they don’t mind wearing it.
This is the best thing that has happened to my bird. I put it on her at night when she goes to sleep. I take it off when she is in front of me. I put it back on her when she is in the cage. No more plucking and both of us are happier.
Can hold up to the pressure that a spoiled cockatoo antics
