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Why is my parakeet tail bobbing, tired, and looking fat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Female

My bird is bobbing tail and she looks tired . She is not active as other parakeets. She is sleeping and looks fat

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on November 13th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Kiki. Tail bobbing is a sign of difficulty breathing and should be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Fluffed feathers can be an indication of attempting to trap heat. Ill birds in veterinary clinics are placing in heated incubators in the 85-90 F range to provide support, so giving supplemental heat can be helpful. This bird is probably very serious and early veterinary intervention can improve recovery. Good luck.

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