My baby bird can't swallow food after hand feeding. Is it choking?

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Hello Sir/Madam! I desperately need help. I was just hand feeding my baby bird and it could not swallow the food so I tried to remove it from its mouth and I feel that there is no blockage in its throat. However it is keeping its mouth open since and not closing it. I am worried that perhaps it is choking but it is not agitated, only keeping its mouth open. Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Zazu. A major concern would be aspiration of food making it difficult for Zazu to breath. A veterinary visit is highly recommended as soon as possible. Heat support, antibiotics and possibly anti-fungal medications, fluid therapy and nutritional support are needed. Aspiration of the trachea to clean might also help. A veterinary visit should be scheduled as soon as possible. Good luck.

My baby bird can't swallow food after hand feeding. Is it choking?

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