My parrot has runny nose and watery eyes. Does he need a vet?

Thanks for reaching out about Morgan. A runny nose can be due to multiple causes including bacterial/fungal/viral upper respiratory infections, nasal foreign bodies, vitamin A deficiencies, toxic exposures and others. Provide exposure to the steamy bathroom for 5-10 minutes to moisturize nasal passages. A veterinary visit is recommended to assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan. A diagnosis has to be reached in order to prescribe any recommendations or medications. Good luck.

Thanks for reaching out about your parrot. A veterinary visit is recommended to assess for an upper respiratory infection. This seems like an emergency since not eating. Providing supplemental heat in the 80-85 F might give some comfort but does not replace a veterinary visit. Good luck.

This sign could be compatible with an upper respiratory tract inflammation/infection or possibly to a chronic rhinitis (inflammatory, allergic, infective). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Thanks for reaching out about Petri and including a photo. This could be a low grade sinus infection. Try give a humidity treatment in a steamy shower for 10-15 minutes once or twice daily for a few days. If the clinical condition worsens, a veterinary visit is recommended to assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan. This also would be a good time to review diet, as vitamin A deficiencies can play a part in low grade respiratory infections. Good luck.

An exam with your veterinarian or an experience avian vet would be recommended. The combination of symptoms may indicate developing respiratory infection, aspiration pneumonia or other infection. At the very least, Kito will get a clean bill of health and you will get peace of mind.

Mithu has an upper respiratory infection caused by either bacteria, a virus or a fungus. if this is not caused by bacteria, the antibiotic will not work. The fact that all your parrots have breathing problems at night may point to a ventilation problem, a fungal problem or a virus infection. Try Bihar Veterinary College for a bird veterinarian. Bihar Veterinary College   Address: Near Patna Airport, Patna, Bihar 800014, India Phone:+91 95768 95386 If they do not have a clinic for parrots, then they will be able to tell you where to take your bird and where you can get advice.

Thanks for reaching out about Noel. The possibilities probably fall into three categories: infection, inflammation (allergies), or a nasal/sinus foreign body. Infections can range from bacterial to fungal. Allergy-like inflammation can be caused by dust or other small particles (including feather dander). Foreign bodies such as pieces of feathers, seed hulls, etc. can also get lodged in the nostrils. Vitamin A deficiencies can lead to inflamed nostrils, more prone to infections and inflammation. Try placing Noel in the steamy bathroom for a steam treatment. This can last for 10-15 minutes, a few times daily. If the condition continues, a visit to the avian veterinarian is needed. Good luck.