Emergency Care Guide

Emergencies with your budgie can be scary, but quick and calm action can make a huge difference. Keep this guide handy so you’re prepared to respond safely and effectively if your budgie needs urgent care.

⚠️ Signs of a Budgie Emergency

• Difficulty breathing, wheezing, or gasping for air

• Sudden collapse or unconsciousness

• Severe bleeding that won’t stop

• Broken bones or obvious injuries

• Seizures or uncontrollable shaking

• Sudden inability to stand or move normally

• Severe poisoning signs: drooling, vomiting, seizures

• Heatstroke: panting, weakness, unresponsiveness

• Choking or something stuck in the throat

🆘 Immediate Steps to Take

1. Stay Calm and Assess

• Quickly check the situation without panicking

• Remove your budgie from danger if safe to do so

2. Ensure Airway and Breathing

• Gently clear any visible obstruction from the mouth or throat

• Open windows or doors for fresh air, but avoid drafts on your budgie

3. Control Bleeding

• Apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth or tissue to stop bleeding

• Avoid using anything that could stick to wounds

4. Keep Your Budgie Warm and Quiet

• Wrap in a soft towel or cloth to prevent shock

• Place in a quiet, dim area away from noise and stress

5. Avoid Giving Food or Water Immediately

• Wait until your budgie is stable and alert before offering anything

📞 Get Veterinary Help Fast!

• Contact your avian vet or emergency clinic immediately

• Describe symptoms clearly and follow their instructions

• Have your vet’s emergency number saved for quick access

🚑 When to Transport Your Budgie

• If your budgie is unconscious, severely injured, or not breathing properly

• Use a small, secure carrier lined with soft cloth

• Handle gently and minimize movement during transport

💡 Additional Tips

• Keep a basic first aid kit ready: tweezers, clean cloths, saline solution, styptic powder

• Learn your vet’s office hours and nearest emergency clinics

• Familiarize yourself with basic budgie first aid and CPR techniques

🧡 Remember

Quick action, calmness, and prompt veterinary care can save your budgie’s life. Keep this guide accessible and be prepared—you’re your budgie’s best advocate in emergencies.