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My bird has swollen eyes, fast breathing, tail bobbing. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Female

My bird Greenie is sick. Was whimpering this morning. swollen eyes just noticed. Feet looks dry. Looks like a big pc of dried poop or blood on her back. Tail bobbing fast & appears to breathing fast. Hope she is not dying

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on March 24th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Greenie. A veterinary visit is needed ASAP. Fast tail bobbing is an indication of severe respiratory disease. This can be aspiration, infection, enlarged abdominal organ, or other causes. Good luck.

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