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My finch fell in water and is shivering. What urgent care is needed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Finch | Female

I have an Zebra Finch. She is a bit disabled her cagemate fought with her and she couldnt walk properly and she accidentely fell in water and now she is shivering my father told me to keep it in a warm place so it is in my kitchen now what should i do please reply ASAP :(

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on July 6th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Mordon. Provide supplemental heat in the 80-85 F range with a heat lamp or heating pad under the cage. Removing perches and providing a soft towel on the floor, can give comfort. Good luck.

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