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If you don't feel uncomfortable with your hand position, simply raise up the fingers that were previously supporting the bird's back, reposition the free hand underneath the bird to resupport, and begin repositioning your fingers again.
As you can see, the bird's back is supported and the O-K thumb position keeps the bird distracted and unable to get a grip that will allow it to bite. He is still able to hold onto your hand with his feet. Now, you are able to examine a wing, vent area, beak, etc, with ease. To examine the other wing you may have to start over and switch hands. You can now administer medicatons with ease.
When administering medications, place the tip of the syringe or eye dropper where the upper and lower beaks (mandibles) meet. You will notice a flap of muscle. The bird will exhibit an automatic sucking response when this area is touched.
Whichever method you choose to use when you "flip" your Quaker, the more you practice, the more comfortable you and your bird will become.
