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My parrot's leg is injured. What can I do to help my hurt bird?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

What can we do to help his parrot? He's acting like his leg has been hurt. We dont kno what happened , just started showing signs of it yesterday?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on August 25th, 2018

Remove or lower high perches. Pad the cage bottom to prevent injury if he falls. Have him examined by your veterinarian or an experienced avian vet as soon as you can get an appointment. Keep Gaylord warm and as stress free as possible until he sees the doctor.

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