Sept 19, 2019 18:05:14 GMT
keelz78
Brand New Budgie
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Post by keelz78 on Oct 2, 2019 14:42:39 GMT
Hi I’m very new to the budgie world I have successfully raised 2 young budgies who’s parents died unexpectedly when the chicks were 1 and 3 weeks old? They are both now approx 5/6 weeks and 7/8 weeks old almost weaned, the older baby is taking his time to not want formula anymore? (He has just a very small amount 3 times a day when I feed the younger chick? My problem being? The older chick has a very large chest as in looks like a round ball? My partner thinks he’s overweight but I don’t know? My gut feeling is that’s not right? He eats drinks flys baths all ok he does however look ‘untidy’ around the large area? If I can work out how to add a photo I will do? Any idea to what could cause this please? Many thanks
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Post by jellybean on Oct 2, 2019 14:59:11 GMT
A picture would help. If you are using your phone, go to "Desktop" mode, then "Add Image" which will take you into your photo album.
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Sept 19, 2019 18:05:14 GMT
keelz78
Brand New Budgie
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Post by keelz78 on Oct 2, 2019 15:55:47 GMT
A picture would help. If you are using your phone, go to "Desktop" mode, then "Add Image" which will take you into your photo album. Desktop mode? Sorry I have no idea what I’m pressing just hoping for the best? |
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Sept 19, 2019 18:05:14 GMT
keelz78
Brand New Budgie
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Post by keelz78 on Oct 2, 2019 15:58:40 GMT
 He’s wet on this pic? Will take a better one if needed? |
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Sept 19, 2019 18:05:14 GMT
keelz78
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Post by keelz78 on Oct 2, 2019 16:01:05 GMT
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Marianne Marlow
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Post by Marianne Marlow on Oct 2, 2019 16:05:28 GMT
The budgie does look round. I am not sure what it could be. I think you should consult an avian vet.
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Post by Hezz on Oct 2, 2019 19:28:19 GMT
I agree with Marianne, you really need to consult a professional, I feel. Other than the formula, is he feeding himself okay?
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Sept 19, 2019 18:05:14 GMT
keelz78
Brand New Budgie
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Post by keelz78 on Oct 3, 2019 6:52:34 GMT
Thank you, I’m going to see if I can get him in the vets this morning he does feed himself but with me being really new to this I have no idea if he’s feeding himself enough? I’d say yes? Just trying to get him off formula but it’s quite hard when I still need to feed the younger of the two?
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Post by Hezz on Oct 4, 2019 0:33:13 GMT
I've just been reading your other thread, I'd not realized the two were connected before. I would understand you not wanting to go back to the vet you had already seen. If you are in the UK I would suggest you try to contact someone from the budgie breeders assoc, there might be someone near to you who can give you some advice regarding your feeding routine and probable cause of your budgie's swollen look. I really hope you are able to get to the bottom of this problem.  |
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