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| A Female Blue Budgie |
Budgies are also called as parakeets. With good basic care, budgies can live anywhere from 7 to 15 years. Understanding this bird's care needs should help owners provide the best care possible for their pet budgie.Here are some common disease that affect the budgies,
Feathers
You can use a suitable fine mist water sprayer to ensure that the feathers are kept fit and clean. Some budgies enjoy a bath, but not all.
Colds
Draughts cause colds. The bird will be listless, with feathers fluffed up and apparently wheezing. Keep him warm. Do not bath. Treat with remedies from your pet shop or consult your vet.
Diarrhoea
This is commonly caused by an excess of green food, mouldy or contaminated food. Treat with remedies from your pet shop or consult your vet.
Mites
Usually red mite, this is a parasite which feeds on the bird’s blood, causing itching and loss of weight. It is easy to destroy them by using a suitable spray.
Beaks and Toenails
Should these become overgrown, you will need to get expert help from the vet or the breeder where you purchased your budgie.
Cleaning
The cage, perches and food and water pots must be cleaned regularly.
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