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My African Grey has puffed feathers, won't eat or talk. Is she sick?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | African Grey | Female | 2 years and 1 month old

My African Grey does not eat her food or drink water. And dont talk. Her feathers are puffed. What can I do

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on February 17th, 2020

Thanks for reaching out about Febe. It sounds as if she is fairly ill and in need of a veterinary visit to assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan. Providing heat support in the 80-85 F range can give some aid. Remove perches and give a soft towel on which to rest. Try offering water and a liquid food through a syringe for calories and hydrate. Being ill can have multiple causes such as infections (bacterial, fungal), metabolic disorders (liver, kidney), heart problems, nutritional deficiencies and more. See a veterinarian as soon as possible. Good luck.

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