[Pete the Budgie]

About a week ago, both my budgies Pete and Luna started sneezing uncontrollably for about 30 seconds or a minute, then stopped. I decided to just keep a close eye on it, but they often have a sneezing fit almost once a day. I’ve been watching them like a hawk, and yesterday I noticed they were tail bobbing while they were breathing, which I believe means something could be wrong with their respiratory systems..? Anyways, other than sneezing and that one time I saw them tail bobbing while breathing, they have been eating fine and singing and playing normally. They are right underneath the air conditioning unit, it never seemed to bother them before, should I moved their cage or should I have them checked out by a veterinarian? Thanks.

 

[Cody]

I would have them checked out because of the tail bobbing, better safe than sorry later. Is there any blowing cold air from the a/c reaching the cage?

 

[FaeryBee]

I agree with Cody's advice.

It's best to have them seen by an Avian Veterinarian.
Locating an Avian Veterinarian

Avian Vets have special training to determine the cause of symptoms resulting from illness or trauma.
This is important as "regular" vets will often overlook symptoms that are quickly obvious to an Avian Vet.
When you rely on anyone who has not had training in Avian diagnosis and care, you may be delaying effective treatment.
This can prolong suffering that may be avoidable.
The bird will often require a more intense, prolonged treatment with a poorer chance of full recovery than it would have if you seek prompt professional diagnosis and treatment at the first sign of illness.
If there are no Avian Vets near you, please find an Exotic Pet Veterinarian with experience in dealing with small birds.

I'd also relocate the cage so the air-conditioner is not blowing directly on it.

Please update us, in this thread, after your visit to the Avian Vet.