Hi, and welcome to the community. Congrats on the new babies. I agree that it could be genetic. If, by chance there was inbreeding with the parents, meaning they were siblings, then, the DNA gene line is compromised, and some deformity or disability can occur. If it were me, since they are only 2-3 weeks old, I would allow Mistletoe, to be in nest with parents, along with the others until they can crawl out of the nest, and perch. This is my opinion only. Perhaps others would have a different view. I think it is quite early to be trying to splint, because being in a nest with all those babies and the parents as yet, there is no doubt he will try to pull off the splint, and so might the other babies, and even the parents. It is amazing how well babies who are hatched with foot problems can navigate the cage, and live a nice, and happy life, even with a disability. And not be treated by a vet at all. It is always a good idea to not disturb a nest, if at all possible, until the babies are able to leave the nest, because there is always a possibility of the mom and or dad abandoning the babies.
There are avian vets on line all of the time. Google search avian vets on line, and see what you might find. Perhaps they would allow you to send a picture of the foot, and a description, of how he is performing right now. They may charge a fee, but would tell you that before you are allowed to send them your concern about Mistletoe.
We will welcome your updates anytime.
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