Rio's first shower.

[D13H4RD]

Seemed to go well, used a fine spray bottle with a Luke warm tap water.
Do I need to get some kind of plume spray, if yes, any recommendation?
Think she liked it, opened her wings a bit and flapped, after about 10 sprays
Did growl a little lol.
Might just try a small tray with some water next time, see if she likes to splash?

 

[kq_fan]

That's good and no they don't need any plumage stuff, the water helps and so does feeding them right and not letting them pluck out of sadness. If you would like, I bet he would love to be under a nice warm shower, my Lilo loves that and I herd amazons love water so maybe try that?

 

[D13H4RD]

Thanks Kg, I've read they love a shower, maybe after she settles in a bit more I will give it a try : )

 

[JerseyWendy]

That's GREAT that Rio's first bath was such a huge success!! Nope, no additives needed, most Amazons LOVE their baths. I'll be giving both of mine one today, too.

 

[Sammy01]

I typically just use two methods:

1. Outside on a tree and hose them (I set it to mist and aim upwards). I'll even let them play in the rain if it's hot (their favorite).

2. In the shower. I turn the shower on and they just go in and get it over with. They don't seem to enjoy this much.


I'm in Central America (in a city where it can get very hot). The only times I do shower them indoors is when it's too hot out or the sun is too strong.