Chicken Hatchery Australia · Backyard poultry guide
How do I clip my chicken’s wing tips?
Do not cut wing feathers without instruction from a qualified person who can identify growing blood feathers and assess the bird. Check whether a safer enclosure would solve the problem first. Wing clipping is temporary and must not be used instead of suitable fencing, shelter and predator protection. Seek veterinary help for bleeding or injury.
Avoid cutting without guidance
Ask a poultry-experienced veterinarian or qualified handler whether clipping is appropriate and to demonstrate safe care. Bleeding or damage to a growing feather needs prompt professional advice.
