Birds

Birds are delicate animals. They need to eat a well balanced seeds and grain diet. Some fresh fruits like cut apple and melons can be offered.  Birds are very sensitive animals – no sudden changes to the environment or the diet should be made. If changes are too sudden, the bird will stop eating, lose weight and get dehydrated really quickly.

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1. Why is my bird fluffed up?

Birds will fluff up when they are ill. Common diseases include flu, breathing problems, diarrhoea and vomiting. Quickly bring it to a vet for immediate check up and treatment.

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2. Why is my budgie's face all scaly?

There are three main reasons: mites, fungal skin infection and lack of vitamins A or E. Bring your pet to see a vet immediately.

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