How to Treat Breathing Problems With Budgies

Breathing problems in budgies are often a sign of a serious illness in budgies. A bird having trouble breathing can appear to be gasping for air. It may move it's tail with each breath, or sit alone at the bottom of the cage. There are many causes of breathing problems in birds. They include bacterial or fungal infections, injury, and tumors. A budgie that is showing signs of troubled breathing should be given medical care to determine the best treatment option.

Things You'll Need

  • Avian veterinarian
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Instructions

    • 1

      Call your avian veterinarian as soon as you can. Budgies showing signs of illness such as breathing problems are often very sick and need immediate care. Without immediate care birds in this condition may die quickly.

    • 2

      Describe the symptoms you are seeing to your avian vet's clinic and request an appointment as soon as possible.

    • 3

      Take your budgie to the appointment with your avian veterinarian. A budgie can travel securely in a small box.

    • 4

      Follow your avian vet's advice on treatment and care of your bird.