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My budgie is breathing fast and squeaking. Should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female

Good morning I have female budgie with quite rapid respiration n squeak.no discharge.S/B vet ?Xray /nebulizer Rx diagnosis unsure.should i observe then decide or act now please

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 1st, 2018

I would recommend taking your bird to the vet as soon as you are able. Respiratory disease can be very serious, especially in small birds. If you have the capability to nebulize at home it could be helpful until you can get her seen. You veterinarian may recommend performing X-rays to help determine what is going on. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck!

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