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Bird food has mouse droppings. What can I feed my bird temporarily?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered | 5 lbs

So the bird food had a lot of mouse droplets in it even in the bag I didn't expect it at all and now as you see in the picture they are waiting for their food I have to go get some but that will take some time how long can they without food i can give them slices of oranges can i feed them that?

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on September 4th, 2018

If the food is full of mouse droppings it is best to purchase new food ASAP. While treats can be given, they are not a balanced diet, and a new food should be purchased and given as soon as possible to avoid any illness or GI upset. In the future, placing their food in an airtight storage container made from plastic can help prevent rodents from getting to it.

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