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May 10, 2022

cockatiel


My cockatiel’s cage has 2 flaps on the top which are made out of the same metal as the rest of his cage. 2 days ago while he was walking around the cage, the flap closed on his leg. We found some bleeding around one nail of his right foot. The blood wasn’t flowing but there was enough blood to leave a mark when he walked around. We washed it clean the next day (yesterday). However, yesterday I noticed that his droppings were a different color, a brighter green. Also, I feel like he isn’t eating as much. He did eat when I tried giving him a few seeds in my hand. But otherwise, I haven’t noticed him eating as much as before. Is there an email to which I can send a photo of his foot? Are there any remedies that i can try out at home?


Answer:

Hi Azra,

The best thing to do is to take him to an Avian Vet. He may have a break or some other injury you haven’t found.

Thank you for asking Lafeber,

Brenda

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