His breathing does appear to be a bit labored, how long have you had him? Do you have access to an avian vet or a vet that sees birds?
Health of new budgie
Hello all,
My new budgie is small and beautiful. However, I am a first time owner and I have some slight concerns. Breathing appears to be quick accompanied by what I think is some slight shaking. There is also yellow staining around the vent areas. I have attached a video to display the above concerns, but please note that through the video link , feathers appear a little bit more fluffed than usual.
Thank you for any help
My new budgie is small and beautiful. However, I am a first time owner and I have some slight concerns. Breathing appears to be quick accompanied by what I think is some slight shaking. There is also yellow staining around the vent areas. I have attached a video to display the above concerns, but please note that through the video link , feathers appear a little bit more fluffed than usual.
Thank you for any help
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Only two days, I was hoping to bring him to an avian vet next week, but was wondering if it appeared more urgent than that? I think the heaviness varies but it always appears quite rapid, and I'll be keeping an eye on it. I was thinking it might be nerves from his new environment and however he was treated before, with his previous maybe diet contributing to the yellowness?
Yes, that is why I asked how long you have had him, thinking that he has not settled in and is nervous. The yellow staining around the vent may indicate that his droppings have been on the loose side, which can also be due to being in a new environment, how do the droppings look? It is always best to get a new bird a check up anyway so if you can get him to the vet next week that would be great. The vet can run a simple gram stain test on the droppings and determine if there is any bacteria, fungal or parasitic issues that need meds. It is best to have the back of the cage against a wall, as that helps for them to feel more secure, you can also keep a light cover on 3 sides leaving the front open which will also help. Take a look at this Yes, Your Bird IS Scared!
Thank you so much for your reply and advice. I think he might just be a little scared as he is sleeping, eating and drinking well and staining has reduced after bathing, with healthy looking droppings since coming home onto his new diet. If there is anything wrong, he'll be with the vet next week but hopefully he's nice and healthy and settling in. Thanks again
Cody has given you excellent advice! It's awesome that you've planned to take him to the vet! It's also great that you're being so attentive to his behavior! By doing so you will recognize changes that might indicate illness, more quickly. Be sure to keep a radio or TV on. In the wild, silence means danger is lurking. If you watch nature documentaries where a panther enters the area, the animals become still and silent to avoid being spotted by a predator. Budgies make wonderful animal companions! Don't loose heart if you new baby doesn't take to you right away. Since they are a prey animal, it takes them time to decide you don't want to have them for lunch. Try to look at this process as forging a friendship. Be sure to read all the stickies and articles. They are full of great information! Welcome! You will love this group!
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We’d love to see a picture of your budgie once he is all settled into his new home.
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Additionally, please be sure to read the thread "Posting on the Forums" which is linked below.
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Locating an Avian Veterinarian
We’d love to see a picture of your budgie once he is all settled into his new home.
Please take the time to read through the Site Guidelines, the FAQs, the Budgie Articles and all of the Stickies located at the top of each section of the forum.
Additionally, please be sure to read the thread "Posting on the Forums" which is linked below.
Truly, the very BEST advice anyone can offer you is to take the time to read ALL of the stickies throughout the various Talk Budgie forums as well as the Budgie Articles we have posted.
(Stickies are threads “stuck” at the top of each forum sub-section)
These are great resources for Talk Budgie members and have a wealth of reliable information which will assist you to learn the best practices in caring for your budgies for their optimal health and well-being.
Navigating the Forums
SITE GUIDELINES
Posting on the Forums
Let's Talk Budgies!
FAQ
Articles
When you have mixed genders, it is very important to do everything necessary to prevent breeding.
Budgies are much healthier and happier when they are never bred.
A Heartfelt Plea to All Members
Tips For Discouraging Breeding
Before You Ever Consider Breeding Your Budgies
Guidance for Breeding Advice Threads
A Healthy Diet for your Budgie
Quality Seed Mix
CuttleBones, Mineral Blocks and Manu Clay Roses
Safe Foods for Budgies
The Truth about GRIT
Be Prepared for Veterinary Care Expense
Avian First Aid
Quarantine - Is it Really that Important?
Quarantine Your Birds
Essentials to a Great Cage
Cage sizes.
Dangers to Pet Birds
Resource Directory
Hi there and welcome to the forums,
How is your little one doing now? Is he more settled in now?
Meanwhile, it's great to have you with us. Please be sure to read through the forums' many budgie articles and "stickies" provided above to ensure you're up to date on everything! If you have any questions after doing so, please be sure to ask as we'd love to help.
We hope to see you around! 👋
How is your little one doing now? Is he more settled in now?
Meanwhile, it's great to have you with us. Please be sure to read through the forums' many budgie articles and "stickies" provided above to ensure you're up to date on everything! If you have any questions after doing so, please be sure to ask as we'd love to help.
We hope to see you around! 👋
Thank you for your kind message, and I'll be sure to have a full read through.Hi there and welcome to the forums,
How is your little one doing now? Is he more settled in now?
Meanwhile, it's great to have you with us. Please be sure to read through the forums' many budgie articles and "stickies" provided above to ensure you're up to date on everything! If you have any questions after doing so, please be sure to ask as we'd love to help.
We hope to see you around! 👋
Perky has settled in very well, his breathing eased, with the vet saying he's very healthy. Eating, drinking and singing! He's a bit camera shy though 😛
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