My cockatiel's poop is watery & smelly, but he seems healthy. Why?

He needs to be seen by a veterinarian if he is ill. Providing a warm environment, simulating a warm incubator, could give aid, but a veterinary visit is warranted. Without knowing what the clinical signs are for the illness, can not give any other advice. Good luck.

You would need to have Frankie physically examined by your veterinarian or an experienced avian vet to diagnose infection. This would likely include a fecal examination to rule out parasites, yeast infection or bacterial overgrowth. Any treatment would depend on the diagnosis. In the meantime, review the diet for any changes that would affect droppings and use paper towels on the cage bottom to make cleaning easier. Consider cleaning and sanitizing the entire cage including bowls, toys and perches.

I'm sorry to hear Ophelia isn't doing well. If she's had any other signs of illness such as changes in eating and drinking habits (drinking less water), or seems listless, is losing weight, etc. I would be concerned that there is something underlying such as an illness, infection or even parasites which are also causing the stool changes. You didn't mention if you give her treats or have changed her diet, but sudden changes in diet or an excess of fruits and veggie treats can sometimes cause color and stool changes, which should resolve after getting used to the new food, or removing any extras other than her regular diet. Pellets in diets can also sometimes cause stool changes or color changes as well. If she is otherwise normal and healthy and you made this change, then giving it a day or two to see if it returns to normal may help. However, if the problem continues, she seems in distress, or you haven't made any changes, then having your vet take a look and bringing in a sample of Ophelia's stool to your vet for a fecal test is best to rule out more serious issues.

The color of the droppings can vary depending on the diet. If Keke is behaving normally otherwise, there is likely no cause for concern. Continue to monitor the stool and diet. If he becomes lethargic, stops eating or develops loose droppings, then have him examined by your veterinarian or an experienced avian veterinarian.

Thanks for reaching out. Typically this is an indiction of not grooming herself, but also possibly not eating well. First, contact the vendor, and if that is no help, seek an examination with a veterinarian. Provide heat support in the meantime, try to decrease stress. Good luck.

Submit a sample to your veterinarian to diagnose parasites or bacterial/fungal overgrowth. Discontinue feeding fruits and vegetables until the stool is normal, then introduce one at a time slowly. Clean and sanitize the cage, bowls, toys and perches. Discard anything that cannot be sanitized. Use paper towels on the cage bottom and change them daily until his droppings are normal. Provide plenty of fresh, clean water. Keep him warm and as stress free as possible. If he develops lethargy, loss of appetite or if the droppings don't begin to firm up in the next 24 hours, have him examined by your vet or an experienced avian vet.

Thanks for reaching out about Artie and including photos. A solitary watery dropping is not to be concerning but if continues a veterinary visit should be scheduled. Changes in appetite, i.e. offering lots of fruit, could temporarily change the stool. Good luck.