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Why is my budgie fluffed up and sleepy after its bath?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | 2 months and 25 days old

Hi my name is lazare ihave a little parrot budgie yesterday i washed hem and today he looks not well because he is bigger than he was and he want to sleep what can i do please i dont know is it dangerous or not but i am so scared

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on July 10th, 2017

He may have been stressed out by the bathing or may have caught a chill. Keep him warm and as stress free as possible. Monitor for lethargy, decreased appetite or discharge from the cere (nose). See your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating birds if necessary.

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