New bird behaviors: breathing, sleeping, tired. Should I see a vet?

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I got him two days ago he obviously is scared and stressed But I'm scared he might be sick here's the behaviour I noticed:_He is sleeping after eating in his sleeping posture with his head tucked in his feathers (sometimes while making squeeky noises) _He seems so get tired after playing _Sometimes I notice his breathing from his tummy going in and out (NOT SURE IF THATS NORMAL)_He wasn't eating the first day but now he eats a lot!Should I take him to the vet? Pet's info: Bird | Lovebird | Male

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

An exam with your vet or an experienced avian vet is always recommended for new birds. At the very least, Phoebe will get a clean bill of health. The sleeping posture and squeaking noises are normal unless Phoebe is sleeping all the time. This doesn't seem to be the case by your description. Monitor for lethargy, loss of appetite or loose droppings. These are symptoms that should be addressed by a vet.

New bird behaviors: breathing, sleeping, tired. Should I see a vet?

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