My budgie died. How can I help his friend and check for illness?

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My dear budgie has died. He has a friend that I am keeping a close eye on. As it was only 24hrs we lost Barney, his brother is a little lost and quite today (as am I ). Any help appreciated. AN ADD ON: As Barney was regurgitating his seed, his brother may have ingested some of these, as they often tussled and swapped food - also ate from the same food containers. As previously mentioned, I am keeping an eye on Cameron, is there any 1st sign of illness he might display? Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | 6 years and 7 months old

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry to hear about your loss! It is very normal for birds to mourn the loss of their friend, just as people do, so spending a little extra time together or offering up a favorite treat may help. Birds are extremely good at hiding illness, and if you suspect your other bird was ill at all, thoroughly cleaning the cage/shared dishes/etc can help prevent the spread of illness. Signs of illness to watch out for include listless behavior, sleeping all the time, fluffed feathers, difficulty breathing, changes in weight, appetite changes, drinking changes, feather loss, etc. If you do see these signs, or suspect Cameron may have caught something from your other bird, seeking out an exam in person is always best. If you're having trouble coping with the loss of Barney, I highly recommend checking out some resources such as The Rainbow Bridge where you can talk to other owners and even make a virtual pet memorial.

My budgie died. How can I help his friend and check for illness?

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