Bird Concussion
Head injuries occur when. Wild birds fly into glass windows or frightened caged birds fly into the cage wire.
Signs
One or more signs may be exhibited:
- Depression.
- Loss of balance.
- Circling with or without head tilted.
- Weakness of wings and legs.
- Convulsions.
Treatment
- Possible shock should be counteracted by keeping the bird warm and quiet.
- Confine the bird in a box padded with a piece of toweling and place it in a quiet, secluded area with an air temperature of approximately 30°C (86°F).
- If the bird is confined to a cage, lower the perches and remove any toys and the water container.
- If the bird is unable to perch, cover the floor with shredded newspaper.
- Contact your veterinarian.
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