The Slip-On Bird Collar is one of our lightest soft bird collars at just 3 layers thick. It's designed for mild to moderate feather plucking birds. That is, birds that have not yet developed a compulsive habit These bird collars support healing of:
Our Slip-On Cone Bird Collar features a base that's two layers of fleece stitched together. The top is a matching patterned design, cut into slices to promote preening. After all, wouldn't you rather your bird chews the top layer of a bird collar rather than itself?
The Slip-On Bird Collar is soft and comfortable to wear, unlike traditional plastic collars. Best of all, it doesn’t interfere with your bird's peripheral vision or the ability to eat and drink.
This bird collar can be combined with our neck-style bird collars for added support.
Please know that feather plucking birds, especially those that have been plucking for few years may chew up or outwit a bird collar. Plan to support acceptance with patient training and a bitter-tasting spray. Used bird collars will not be accepted for return.
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In many cases, a bird collar can deter a feather plucking habit. Choose a bird collar based on how severe your birds feather plucking habit has become. A mild feather plucking bird does best with a lightweight collar, while a severe plucker needs a thicker, more robust collar. Take our quiz to find the best styles for your birds plucking habit. Plan to train your bird to accept the bird collar. An untrained bird may rip the collar off. ALWAYS pair a bird collar with wellness strategies and behavior modification for best results.
Take the bird collar quizWhile UnRuffledRx soft bird collars are very popular, even among vets, they're not for all situations. If your bird has an acute injury, like a surgical wound, that it must leave alone and that is expected to heal within a few weeks, choose a more restrictive plastic style collar instead. However, if you're dealing with feather plucking or self-mutilation, a soft bird collar can offer your pet the long-term support that it needs.
UnRuffledRx uses quality materials in our bird collars. Thick, fluffy fleece. Industrial-grade hook & loop. Extra-thick thread. Many styles can be trimmed at the neck and perimeter for an individualized fit. We even offer support to help you train your bird and to develop strategies for long-term success!
Watch our Training videoYour avian vet will help you rule out medical conditions known to induce plucking. This is an important first step. Talk with your vet about using a bird collar to deter feather plucking in birds and how keep it from getting worse.
Science shows that most unwanted behavior will improve by integrating wellness into your bird care routines. This entails preventative care, optimizing the diet, providing for environmental enrichment, and developing a strong behavior plan. This is our wheelhouse!
Behavior management is hard so get help from a bird behaviorist. As a licensed psychotherapist grounded in ABA therapy and a long-time avian professional, Diane Burroughs, LCSW will help you pull it all together. Book a consultation today!
We recognize that not all birds welcome wearing a bird collar. Behavior, medical, and socialization issues can interfere. Please view the training video below and work with your bird to accept the collar. Unopened, unused collars may be returned within 30 days of purchase for store credit toward future purchases. Return Policy
Watch Our Training VideoAs a caring pet owner, we know that your ultimate goal is for the plucking to stop. Bird collars don't change behavior, but wellness strategies and behavior modification do! That's where the Complete Feather Plucking Kit comes in. We also offer a number of resources to help you develop a plan for long-term results in our blog, on our FaceBook Live sessions, and on our YouTube Channel. But, for best results, book a consultation with a bird behaviorist.
Book NowIf your bird is new to wearing a collar you'll have to train it to both accept the collar and not chew up the collar. Clicker training is the solution of choice. Watch my YouTube Video here: https://youtu.be/ubm2BCNH5LE
On the order page, look for the orange colored SIZE GUIDE right by the product price.
Most collars come in 5-7 sizes based on the birds weight in grams. If you don't have a gram scale, you can purchase one online. Amazon tends to be the most affordable place. You don't need a specialized bird scale, it just has to weigh in grams.
Your avian vet should have a weight on file, too.
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