Mary Allen
Zebra finches are not like us, humans. They don’t complain when they’re sick, they just change their behavior. It is therefore important to recognize the first signs of zebra finch disease immediately. This is the only way you can act quickly and find a remedy. After all, the little patient should soon be able to have fun with his fellow dogs again.
Disease Symptom Behavior Change
In general, birds react differently to injuries and illnesses than we are used to from ourselves. They usually cope with external injuries, even with slight bleeding. Even broken bones are usually only really serious if the wings are affected. Much more serious, however, are internal illnesses: infections of the respiratory tract, caused by drafts, illnesses of the digestive organs, and vitamin deficiencies due to poor nutrition, egg shortage, or parasite infestation.
Most zebra finch diseases can be avoided by ensuring optimal housing, appropriate nutrition, and hygiene. If one of your feathered favorites gets sick anyway, act quickly. But what symptoms indicate that one of your zebra finches is sick? Changes in behavior should always be a warning sign. For example, if your bird suddenly behaves listlessly and listlessly, has closed its eyes, or is often puffing up, this could indicate the onset of an illness. Normally, zebra finches are full of zest for life and have something to do all the time. If one of the birds suddenly sleeps above average, or if it is propping itself upon its stomach, then you should be seriously worried.
A zebra finch with wet, sticky eyes that looks dull, has no shine in its eyes, and separates itself from its swarm members, feels miserable as a dog. Altered feces can also be a serious symptom of zebra finch disease. If a bird is breathing heavily with its beak open and its tail feathers bobbing up and down with each breath, it could indicate the onset of respiratory disease.
In the Event of Illness, It Is Important to be in a Hurry
If a zebra finch is sick, it is always important to hurry: These small animals have little resistance. It can be life-threatening for them if they eat too little or nothing at all or if they overcool for a while. A vet who is familiar with zebra finches should therefore always be close by.
Of course, these are only a few basic indications of diseases in zebra finches. There is plenty of literature in which you can find out more information so that you can help your little friends in an emergency. Your darlings will thank you after recovering from illness with a new zest for life.
Important NOTE
The advice content cannot replace a visit to the vet. This information should not be used as the sole basis for making health-related decisions. A veterinarian should be consulted in the event of illnesses affecting animals and the use of medication.