Hello,
I have a question regarding my female Budgie (Winny's) health. I have had my one Budgie male (Zippy) since late August and Winny since late October. I got my first bird from a bird seller, but the female came from the local pet store. They share a cage and eat fresh veggies and fruit in the morning, colored Kay-tee pellets are available all day and night, and at night they get nutri-berries. Of course they have access to fresh water all day and night.
I recently noticed that her feces has a reddish liquid which I am afraid is blood. Her stool is still greenish-brown, but there is a liquid accompanying it which is reddish/orange. Could this be from intestinal parasites? Since I brought her home she has not gained as much in size and weight as the male, which is why I am thinking it may be intestinal/internal parasites. She also has a slight "crease" in front, on her chest/abdomen, and I can't find what that could mean anywhere
Any suggestions as to what it is and what to do to treat it is much appreciated, short of telling me the obvious...take her to the vet
. If at all possible I would prefer to try to treat it at home right now.
Also I have read that it is recommended to deworm birds twice a year using Ivermectin Solution. Has anyone tried using this, or heard anything like this?
Thanks!
