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I'm worried about my little keet for she sleeps with her head tucked under her hump(in research I have done,that's one of the symptoms under the"take your bird to the vet if it has any of these symptoms " list) and oftenly closes her eyes even after I've picked her up and talk to her or gently claped my hands to get her attention.Is there anything I can do other than go to the vet.?
Hi, Jackeline. Thanks for posting!
Sometimes when a bird closes its eyes like you describe, the bird could be dehydrated. Ensure your bird is drinking enough water. However, these things you describe could be signs of illness. I don't have enough detailed information from you in order to help further and even if I did have the information, it is extremely difficult to diagnose bird illness over the internet. To be on the safe side, you should take your bird to a certified avian veterinarian ASAP for a checkup in order to see if your bird is ill or not. Don't hesitate.
Chrys
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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, 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 a certified avian veterinarian or emergency pet clinic ASAP.
Experience
Over 20 years breeding/raising/handfeeding/selling 15 different species of parrots.
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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