I recently got a cockateil, and have been continuously checking to make sure that he is doing well. And from what i can see he seems healthy. But lately he sneezes every so often. Not just once but sometimes twice and three times. But his nares don't get red. He is still active and vocal as usuall, and eats and drinks as usual. is there something wrong, is it a cause for concern? is it normal?
Also is there a specific temperature that Cockateils should be kept at, i keep him in my room, because its the most warmest room in the house. I was wondering if i should put him in my living room, but i've known my living room to be a little more colder. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Hey Rimsha!
About The Sneezing ...!
Its completely normal If Your Cockatiel doesn't Have A Red Nose Etc ....
According to your Case Its Completely Normal Theres Nothing to Fear!
There Are a few cases where cockatiels Have Stayed upto 0degrees ...
I recommend you to keep your cockatiel At 70-85 degrees ...
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Make sure they are away from Windows And Drafts *!
* Drafts-Cold Winds Directly from the AC Etc ...!
Your Cockatiel Should Do Well!
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i don't think theres anything wrong
I will say that I'm no avian vet, but I can help answer your questions. If you do want an avian vets answer, you will need to contact one by email or phone. Here's a good site by the way for finding avian vets:
http://www.aav.org/search/ It might come in handy one day !
A bird sneezing is usually normal. "Just as for people, occasional sneezing is normal and not a problem. Also just as with people, sneezes can be a disease symptom, particularly if they're frequent or wet. Watch for other disease symptoms , especially a stuffy or runny nose. If you see them, take her to the vet. If you notice that she sneezes at particular times, it might indicate something that irritates her. Some possibilities include cigarette smoke, perfume, and her own feathers and dust while preening. If your bird is not getting a runny nose, the sneezing is most likely normal and nothing to worry about. "
pets question and answers,www.5d2d.com "Most pet birds' comfort range is between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. They can withstand a much broader range, however, of 40 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. You should not allow your bird's environmental temperature to change more than 10 to 15 degrees within a 24-hour period. Birds can handle almost any temperature, but they need time to adjust. "
Read more on "Ideal Temperature Ranges for Birds":
http://www.birdchannel.com/bird-diet-and ...
