Depression Can Also Exist In Pet Birds

Pet birds suffer from depression much more commonly than most bird keepers think.

The depression that is observed in birds kept as pets is most of the time caused by various factors like losing a favored toy, boredom, or perhaps just a simple enclosure position or location change.

Depressed birds would normally exhibit signs such as changes in appetite and droppings/waste.  They can also have fluffed or ruffled feathers.  Other birds can be irritable.  Some could be plucking their own feathers.

Any unusual behavior that is observed in your pet birt must be consulted with your vet.  But if nothing seems amiss with the health of your pet, the vet could declare it to be perfectly healthy.  If your pet bird continually displays symptoms that point to depression, you may want to start taking steps to pinpoint the root cause so that the problem can be addressed properly.  Scrutinize your pet’s living environment, and that includes enclosure positioning.  Reassess your pet bird’s daily activities, specifically the mental and physical stimulation it receives daily.  This is an essential aspect that must also be considered.

Any sign of illness should prompt a visit to your vet clinic Fayetteville NC.