Kiana S.
4 months ago
Thank you for saving him! Please carry him to an avian vet to make sure he’s healthy and okay cause we don’t know how long he was outside and how hard it was on his body. Look out for any signs of illness such as being fluffed up, lethargic, tail bobbing, beak clicking (respiratory issue) and any signs of weakness. These signs can be fatal and needs immediate medical attention.
And give him food like chopped up veggies like broccoli, shredded carrots and budgie seeds and water and maybe some toys, swings, and mirrors in his cage. Healthier food instead of seeds are pellets such as Zupreem natural pellets and Harrison’s Superfine pellets. Nutriberries are a great treat for them as well! If you decide to give seeds, Dr Harvey seeds and Vita Higgins seeds are recommended.
He needs to be in a warm environment. About 72-75 degrees and since he’s alone and scared, he needs to be around people and not isolated. They need lots of love and I’m sure he went through a lot outside. Thank you for taking care of him. 🙏🏼
If you can’t find the owner keep us updated. But please keep him safe and warm indoors. Outside is dangerous for them
Do not use any aerosols, no self cleaning ovens or anything with teflon coating (non stick cookware). The fumes can a bird in seconds.
Do not allow dogs, cats, or other pets to interact with the budgie.
When you cover the cage at night, use a night light as well so they don’t get night frights
Always ask for proof of ownership before giving him back to someone who claims this is their bird.
Message me if you need any advice
If you don’t find the owner, please contact Long Island budgie rescue for further help. They have a Facebook page!
Also wild bird fund.
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Food for FOUND budgie -
Dr Harvey seeds (if you can’t get that right away , you can get bird seeds from the pet store)
Nutriberries
Vita drops for his immune system to be strong, probiotics like benebac which is a gel like consistency fed by finger or you can just do powder probiotics on top food
Fruits and veggies chopped up (if you need suggestions let me know!)
Lots of water
He may need antibiotics from an avian vet. He may have a respiratory infection depending on outside how hard it was on him so look out for any signs of clicking beak, panting, puffed up, lethargy, tail bobbing. They are good at hiding illness so please be observant! Thanks for caring for him once again
