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My parakeet is puffed up but active. Should I be worried about her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Female

my parakeet seems to be puffed up , and i read that it is bad for a parakeet to be puffed , but she is active, should i be worried ?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on October 26th, 2018

If she is behaving normally otherwise, it may not be an issue. Monitor for lethargy, decreased appetite and loose droppings. Together, these are all symptoms that should be addressed by your veterinarian or an experienced avian veterinarian.

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