Wild bird with swollen feet and swallowing issues: Is it diet?

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Wild bird in South Australia Pied Butcher bird. Sore swollen feet. Prefers to stand (on the side of) one foot. Now has swallowing problems. Fed dog food and occasionally grated cheese. Please help love Nicki x. Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered | 1 year old

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Ideally, it should be examined by an experienced wildlife or avian veterinarian. The symptoms reported may be due to injury or infection on or around the feet. It may also be diet related. Dog food and cheese are not appropriate foods as these birds subsist on a diet of small prey, insects, fruits and vegetables. It is never recommended to feed wildlife as it can be detrimental to them and dangerous to you.

Wild bird with swollen feet and swallowing issues: Is it diet?

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