Keeping your Bird Healthy General health care You can tell if
your bird is feeling poorly by watching out for these signs: -
Ruffled or dirty feathers – ruffled feathers can conceal weight
loss and are a sign all is not well with your bird. Birds are
naturally very clean so dirty feathers can be a symptom of an
underlying illness. - Unusual droppings – any change in your
bird's usual droppings can indicate a potential health problem.
- Discharge on their beak – your bird's nostrils are called
nares and are located on their beak. If the nares are inflamed,
red or runny this is a symptom of illness. - Cloudy eyes – your
bird's eyes should be bright and clear. Cloudy eyes could be the
sign of a cold or respiratory problem. - Open beak breathing /
panting – respiratory problems can cause your bird to breathe
with their beak open. This could be very serious and you should
contact your vet immediately. - Changes in their calls / singing
– if your bird is unusually quiet this could be an indication
that they are unw