What To Do When You Think Your Bird Is Sick Or Injured
Call your veterinarian immediately for these conditions:
Bleeding
that cannot be stopped is a true medical emergency. Too much blood loss
will weaken the bird and may lead to death. Apply direct pressure to
the site of bleeding if at all possible and immediately transport to
your veterinarian.
Minor bleeding such as that in a broken toenail can be controlled with styptic powder
or cornstarch, but avoid packing this into wounds, feather follicles or
mucus membranes because caking the area with these products may damage
tissues and lead to an increased difficulty in treatment.
Blood in vomit or feces is never normal and indicates a need for an immediate veterinary visit to determine cause and treatment.
Burns are a common accident, especially with free-flighted birds.
Cool the burned area with cool water and transport to your
veterinarian. Do not apply any ointments or butter on burned areas.
These lock in the heat and increase damage to tissues. Butter increases
the risk of infection.
