My bird was exposed to toxic fumes from a hot pan. What should I do?

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My pet bird was acting weird while I was heating the oven, turns out someone had left a pan in while it pre heated. I immediately turned off the oven and aired out the room. The bird is chirping quietly and moving around grooming his feathers, should I do anything else for him? Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 3 months old

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Buddy. Keeping good ventilation is important as bird's respiratory tracts are very sensitive to toxins (thats why canaries in coal mines). If breathing is impaired, a veterinary emergency visit is needed for oxygen support, anti-inflammatories, and possibly antibiotics. Teflon and other non-stick pans can release toxic substances when heated up to a high temperature, and can be fatal to birds. Monitor appetite and water consumption. Good luck.

My bird was exposed to toxic fumes from a hot pan. What should I do?

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