Why is my cockatiel having seizures?
Some disorders leading to seizure may be primary such as tumors, infections (bacterial, Chlamydophila, viral or fungal), heat stroke or trauma (such as flying accidents). Secondary disorders include reproductive problems, metabolic disorders, nutritional deficiencies or imbalances and toxic events.
Why is my cockatiel so mean?
Fear often develops in pet birds that were not hand-fed when they were young. Some birds become aggressive during their adolescence due to hormone changes. This will typically pass once the bird gets through this stage. Protecting their claimed territory, such as the birdcage or feeder, can lead to aggression.
What do I do if my cockatiel has a seizure?
Bring the bird to your avian veterinarian as soon as possible. Depending on the diagnosis, treatments may be available to help. A concussion may require a short course of steroids. Toxicities will require medications to bind and remove the toxin.
Why is my 22 year old cockatiel dying?
Petey, my 22 year and 5-month old cockatiel is dying. It started over two months ago when he go sick. He looked like the wild birds I’ve seen with West Nile virus. Just when we were certain it was the end, Petey rallied but hasn’t been the same since. He’s had loose stools off and on and has lost a lot of weight.
Why does a cockatiel sleep most of the time?
He sleeps most of the time, keeps his feathers puffed up like he’s cold, and seems to need his wings for balance more often than not. There’s certainly a loss of coordination.
Why does my cockatiel wheeze and have difficulty breathing?
Wheezing and Difficulty Breathing caused by inhaled seeds. Millet seeds are often associated with this problem- due to their small size. Foreign Body Ingestion / Lead Poisoning, exemplifying itself in any combination of symptoms, including seizures, excessive urination, vomiting and depression.
What to do with an old cockatiel with cancer?
Petey never would use a Happy Hut, so I have a small towel on the bottom of one corner of his cage that he likes to snug with. Better than nothing. During the worst of his illness, he wanted nothing to do with us. In the past few days, he wants nothing more than to sit under my chin and sleep.
Petey, my 22 year and 5-month old cockatiel is dying. It started over two months ago when he go sick. He looked like the wild birds I’ve seen with West Nile virus. Just when we were certain it was the end, Petey rallied but hasn’t been the same since. He’s had loose stools off and on and has lost a lot of weight.
He sleeps most of the time, keeps his feathers puffed up like he’s cold, and seems to need his wings for balance more often than not. There’s certainly a loss of coordination.
What should I do if my cockatiel has loose stool?
He’s had loose stools off and on and has lost a lot of weight. I’ve used moulting and conditioning vitamins as a supplement for several years, but it’s not making any difference now obviously.
Petey never would use a Happy Hut, so I have a small towel on the bottom of one corner of his cage that he likes to snug with. Better than nothing. During the worst of his illness, he wanted nothing to do with us. In the past few days, he wants nothing more than to sit under my chin and sleep.
