Original Article – Lefty the cockatoo was rescued from ‘one of the most filthy hoarding situations’ that this rescuer had ever seen.
Luckily, his life in a cramped cage is over, and he gets to stretch his wings in the water whenever he likes.
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Aww–what a gorgeous bird! Lefty loves the water, and he perked up way before seeing the mister that his rescuer used.
When she asked if he wanted a shower, he even nodded! It did get us thinking, though–why do birds enjoy being misted so much? Is this a common way to bathe a pet bird?
As vet tech Alyson Kalhagen explains, mist can provide several benefits to birds. It mimics the rainfall that wild birds experience and it offers a gentle way to clean the wings of debris.
It can also moisturize the skin under the feathers and can even promote a healthy respiratory system. It’s a great thing that Lefty enjoys his showers, then!
“He’s absolutely beautiful! And so smart. Glad he’s being pampered,” wrote viewer @edielynch73. We couldn’t agree more!
This rescued bird seems like a fantastic companion, and we’re so relieved that he’s in a home where he can heal and thrive… and take lots of showers!