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Pet Birds Common Diseases
Often, we are not able to recognize the disease in our pet birds because they genetically programmed so they hide. This is because in the jungle and the wild when diseases and pests, they are killed immediately displayed. It is survival of the fittest in the wild. Some symptoms most frequently viewed are listed below and what they mean in terms of disease of birds.
Diarrhea-If your bird has an infection in the intestine, due to bacteria or viruses, there is extra fluid in the stool. You must bring the bird to a vet, because if the food moves too quickly through the digestive tract, nutrients are not absorbed. More over, if the diarrhea is green, it is a symptom of poisoning by a metal or psittacosis.
Eye discharge- eye discharge is very dangerous and can cause death of the bird. This symptom usually occurs when psittacosis. Psittacosis is very contagious and can influence people. Rush your bird to the vet and get pets and other family members checked. If detected early, it can be cured by antibiotics.
Lethargy- is your bird does not eat properly or is inactive? There can be several reasons for this and none of them good. The bird could be that some illnesses such as infections, heart, kidney or even cancer. Get your bird to be analyzed and processed at once.
Loss of appetite- it is once more an outward manifestation of a serious internal problem. Birds are fragile and neglect of these symptoms can lead to death. Ask your veterinarian and follow his advice.
Runny nose- often caused by dust, bacteria and even dust from feathers. Some species such as cockatoos, macaws, etc. that produce a large quantity. If the discharge is abnormal in color and is a normal cleaning of the airways. If it is stained, remove the bird to a veterinarian.
Puffed Up Feathers- is a normal reaction of the birds when they feel insecure or threatened. But when the feathers are inflated, even if the bird is asleep, it is an outward sign of internal disease. Take the bird to a veterinarian.
Vomiting- Birds up often during the mating season. Again, check with your veterinarian to be sure.
Prevention is better than cure, so you clean the cage and regular monitoring of food for birds and other habits. Use an effective air purifier. The birds are a pleasure to hold, but as with other animals, they come with a variety of tasks. Make sure your pet healthy and clean. This infection is to prevent the bird, and you and your family.