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My African Gray is sick with breathing issues. What can I do at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | African Grey | Male | unneutered

My african gray is sick with a runny nose and cant breath cant get to a vet what can i give him at home to help him

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on August 15th, 2019

Unfortunately, there are no OTC medications that can safely be given to Little Gray. His symptoms may indicate a respiratory infection which will need antibiotics. These are by prescription only. See your veterinarian or an experienced avian veterinarian for an exam and definitive diagnosis. In the meantime, keep him warm and as stress free as possible until he sees the vet. You can supplement fluids with unflavored PediaLyte to treat or prevent minor dehydration.

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