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My macaw is breathing heavily, not eating or drinking. When to worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My macaw is having heavy breathing but not all the time sometimes and he is not eating or drinking for 5 hours now what to do

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 5th, 2017

Not eating for a few hours is nothing to worry about. It could be stress, the same with heavy breathing. If it continues for 12-24 hours then you may need to get her assessed by a vet to make sure she is not ill. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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