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My budgie is weak, making odd noises, and letting me hold him.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 8 months old

My budgie was on the side of fish cage and making a noise I've not heard before seems week is letting me hold him witch he doesn't do

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Answered By Ady Y. Gancz, DVM, ABVP (Avian), ECZM

Veterinarian, Board-certified avian specialist

Published on November 25th, 2017

Hi and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach, This could be serious. Sky will need some tests done (e.g. bloodwork) before an accurate diagnosis can be made. It is important that you take him to an avian vet ASAP as little birds can deteriorate quickly.

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