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My cat caught a bird. It's hurt and breathing heavily. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My cat had brought a poor bird into the house, it’s been lying on its side, breathing heavily for about half an hour, how can I help it?

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 1st, 2019

Unfortunately your bird is probably severely injured. The best thing you can do for it would be to bring it to a nearby veterinarian so they can humanely euthanize it. I’m so sorry. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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