Can I get a new parrot after my home had macaw wasting disease?

Beak and Feather Disease is extremely contagious and usually lasts for your bird's lifetime until it or a secondary illness cause your bird to pass away. Even birds not showing symptoms can still be carriers for it. If you currently own any birds affected with this illness it would not be good to bring more birds into your home as it is likely to spread between them. If you do have both sick and healthy birds, keeping them separated in other rooms and in completely different environments, as well as using gloves/washing hands between handling can help reduce the chances of spread. Bleaching the cage and letting it sit for several days should kill any virus present, as well as replacing any porous materials such as perches as you've done. However, to be completely sure, it is always best to replace all affected items to be on the safe side.

I am truly sorry at the loss of your precious Luna. I have two Greys of my own. There is no known disinfectant that will kill the PBFD virus. You can sanitize hard, non porous items such as bowls or bottles. Soft toys and perches should be discarded. The cage can be sanitized, but the PBFD virus can remain in the environment for long periods of time, so you be assuming a certain amount of risk. Unless there was a written healthy pet clause and/or health guarantee, you may not have much recourse. It would be your word against the breeder/seller. Most reputable breeders will test new birds and chicks for PBFD. You should always ask this and about preventative care. If a breeder does not test or does not have their birds cared for by an experienced avian veterinarian, find a different breeder.

Usually once they are treated properly for the disease they will not be shedding the bacteria anymore. It is recommended you wait at least 30 days AFTER completion of treatment before exposing her to any new birds. Hope this answers your question. If not, please feel free to post again.

Thank you for your questions, and I am sorry to hear about your bird. Yes, the other two birds could have contracted the virus already, so there isn’t necessarily a need to separate them as they have already been exposed. For caging if your bird is falling - the most important part will be to keep everything low so she doesn’t injure herself. Otherwise it can be made of anything (many people will even use Tupperware containers) and can still have toys. Just keep the perches low and make good and water easy to reach. How long she will live varies - some birds still have a relatively long lifespan, while others succumb at a young age. You can help to support her by providing her with a clean environment, good ventilation, and a good diet. This will help to support her immune system as much as possible. I hope that helps, and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

It is best not to let your pet bird interact with wild birds as they can easily spread illnesses and disease back and forth to each other. If you suspect the wild bird may be ill and he will let you handle him, it is best to try and catch him so that you can bring him in for medical care. If he will not allow handling, then speaking with a local wildlife rescue/rehab in your area that can safely capture and treat him is best.

Thanks for reaching out. Quarantining new acquisitions is recommended for a 30 day period. The further separated the better. New birds should be assessed by a veterinarian to determine health prior to introduction. Diet and husbandry practices can be reviewed at this time. Good luck.

Thanks for reaching out about your budgie and including photos. How was the fungal infection diagnosed? Fungal infections usually affect the respiratory or gastrointestinal tracts and not neurologic issues. Arthritis or articular gout are possible and radiographs are recommended to assess. Anti-inflammatories could help relieve discomfort but blood work should be taken prior to long term medications. Removing perches or providing broad platforms and climbing ladders, could make perching more comfortable for birds with disabilities. Good luck.