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My pigeon can't stand, legs weak, breathing fast, not drinking. Help!

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male

Hlw.Good morning needed help. From yesterday evening my peigon is not able to stand-up his legs are now senseless. He is brrathing fast, not drinking. He is only eating from morning he ate one full biscuit and not able to walk since yesterday evening. Yesterday he was standing i just carried him with m and now he is unable to stand taking fast breath. I am unable to understand whats the problem please help m out. Please reply Asap. He is only eating that too by forcing and not able to walk.

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on May 2nd, 2020

Thanks for reaching out about Pukki and including photos. There are multiple causes of acute loss of legs including: spinal trauma, metabolic concerns (liver, kidney), infectious diseases (circovirus, aspergillosis), and more. A veterinary visit is recommended to assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan. For now, remove perches and provide a soft towel on which to sit. Ensure that food and water are within reach. Continue to syringe feed if needed. Good luck.

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