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My budgie is making choking noises after a bath. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female | 4 years and 6 months old

Just gave my budgie a shower she's making noises an pulling head up an down as if choking ,

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on December 29th, 2018

It's possible Jj got some water into her nostrils and it is making her uncomfortable, or she is just making noises in excitement from the bath. If she is continuing to make choking sounds, seems in severe distress, or isn't recovering, seeking veterinary care ASAP is best to make sure there isn't some other issue causing it.

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