Budgerigars

Recommendations

Unsuitable human snacks for budgies

Do not feed budgies like people

Diarrhoea is common when birds are given crisps, bread, tea, cake, etc.—fat, salt, yeast and starch are unsuitable. In nature budgies mainly eat seed; base the diet on appropriate bird food.

Checking budgie droppings

Check droppings early

Even if the bird looks well, check paper under the cage 1–2 times weekly. Early diarrhoea is easier to treat.

Budgie with greens

During diarrhoea

Extra greens can worsen diarrhoea. Avoid random medication—see an avian vet. When healthy, offer tiny portions of safe vegetables instead of watery lettuce or cucumber.

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