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01-26-2008, 09:52 AM
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#34 | | | Re: Budgie question Quote:
Originally Posted by justjoshin I called the vet today and got a quote on bloodwork/exam.
The store wont do anything about it, so its up to me.
Is there anything secific you think I should be worrying about/looking for? | Baterial infections maybe water borne, pbfd and apv but those I doubt. Only reason I suggest is cos its good to know and there has been a scare again.
What is the chance of getting some rehydrating kiddie solution? I don't know names but it is a mix of sugars and salts, it will give instant energy. I still believe the birds biggest problem is too young too unweaned. Keep in mind that a baby out a nest box is not weaned as the father bird continues to feed after this. |
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01-26-2008, 09:53 AM
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#35 | | | Re: Budgie question Quote:
Originally Posted by 2horse Baterial infections maybe water borne, pbfd and apv but those I doubt. Only reason I suggest is cos its good to know and there has been a scare again.
What is the chance of getting some rehydrating kiddie solution? I don't know names but it is a mix of sugars and salts, it will give instant energy. I still believe the birds biggest problem is too young too unweaned. Keep in mind that a baby out a nest box is not weaned as the father bird continues to feed after this. | do you think I should try formula and food and getting it hydrated all that you mentioned before a vet? or should I get him to a vet asap no mater what? |
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01-26-2008, 01:12 PM
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#39 | | | Re: Budgie question Quote:
Originally Posted by winkie&leah Angie, are you thinking of Pedialyte? | yes I did just not know the name |
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01-26-2008, 01:23 PM
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#40 | | | Re: Budgie question Quote:
Originally Posted by justjoshin do you think I should try formula and food and getting it hydrated all that you mentioned before a vet? or should I get him to a vet asap no mater what? | A vet may be an idea, but if the bird was mine I would support with Pedialyte, I have also heard not good for birds, but this is emergency and its not like it will be used long term. I would give pedialyte.
Maybe for 3 meals a day, one with pedialyte on with ACV and one with yogurt. Gardia type bacteria was also a consideration, but I think formula will change things. Normal parrot formula is often not rich enough for a budgie, but it is better than nothing. Adding crushed sunflower to parrot formula will satisfy and grow a budgie. In South Africa we can get a parakeet formula, if you have that get it. A small amount of yogurt once a day may also correct his system, it replaces the good bacteria. |
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