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Hey there. I have recently noticed that my green cheek conure has begun to shake, has fluffed up, and seems to be generally unwell.
She is supposed to be laying eggs, and passed just one last week after I put cod liver oil in her seed, seemed well for a day after, but now looks sick once again.
Going to a vet is not an option at the moment, so I thought it best to ask someone who may know a little more, and may be able to shed some light on the situation. Thanks in advance, Kim.
Hi, Kim,
Your bird needs to be seen by a certified avian vet ASAP. She could be eggbound which, if not taken care of immediately, can result in her death. Even if not eggbound, your bird is ill and needs the attention of a bird vet right away or you could lose her. I don't recommend giving her the oil unless you know she is eggbound...you could be making things worse if you don't know what the problem is. If she becomes eggbound, you should give her the oil by mouth immediately and then get things ready to go to the vet's office or the emergency clinic immediately.
Chrys
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Answers by Expert:
Chrys Meatyard
Expertise
I`ve been raising/breeding/handfeeding/selling parrots for over 20 years (parakeets/budgies, cockatiels, 6 subspecies of conures, parrotlets, amazons, lovebirds, etc.). I've been published in "Budgies" and "Cockatiels" offered by Bow Tie Productions, and have written avian articles for publication in England. I can provide advice in raising healthy birds, handfeeding/weaning babies, some health problems (although I'm NOT an avian veterinarian), nail/beak/wing clipping, general husbandry, etc. I also have experience with racing/showing homing pigeons. I cannot diagnose specific illness over this website. If you suspect your bird is ill or if you have an emergency, contact an avian veterinarian or emergency pet clinic ASAP.
Experience
Experience: Over 20 years raising parrots and over 13 years raising pigeons. Organizations: Currently, American Racing Pigeon Union and American Federation of Aviculture. Prior member Miami Valley Bird Club, Southern Ohio Pigeon Association, National Cockatiel Society, Miami Valley Sportsman's Club, others. Publications: Monthly newsletters of bird clubs.
Publications
I've been published in "Budgies" and "Cockatiels" offered by Bow Tie Productions, and have written avian articles for publication in England.
Education/Credentials
American Federation of Aviculture, completed Level I course, Fundamentals of Aviculture. Keeping/breeding parrots and other birds for over 20 years.
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