I wasn't sure where to post this as it does not pertain to the health of the bird but that of its owner. Ever since I got Savannah, my arm has payed the price with countless little scratches all over it! I have been looking for a solution that would not intimidate Savannah and be both comfortable for her and myself. Long sleeves are not the answer as I very rarely where long sleeve shirts. I'm hot blooded!
So I found an elbow support at my local walmart that works perfect. Even though it is for the elbow, it will wrap around my arm perfectly and is thick enough so Savannah's nails don't dig in my arm. I didn't want to put this under the Macaw thread only as I know there are others that may need something like this for other species. It was less then $8, too! I may buy a few to have at the store and home. I'm glad I found it as my doctor and my hubby have been on my case to find something so my arm doesn't keep getting scratched up! Here are some pics.
What my arm currently looks like, it's is sometimes red as well.
The box and the support.
The support on my arm.
Savannah got right on. She has been doing really well with it and is less and less putting one claw on my hand to avoid it.