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Is it normal for my bird to shiver and get weak after a winter bath?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered | 0.6 lbs

When my bird takes baths in winter he shivers a lot and becomes weak why does he do that?

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 19th, 2018

These birds are naturally adapted to warm/hot environments, so a bath in a cool environment can quickly cause hypothermia. It's best to provide a heat lamp for after the bath to prevent hypothermia. I hope that helps and all is well with Joe.

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