My budgie isn’t able to balance himself
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Welcome to the forums @Brn - though I am sorry to hear your budgie is having some issues. What is his name by the way?
Sometimes issues with balance or inability to grip the perch can be an indicator of a health problem, but it would be difficult to diagnose exactly what sort of problem from here and it would be best to consult an avian specialist vet if you can. When was the last time he had a wellness check? I'm not sure where in the world you are located or if you already have an avian vet that you regularly consult with, but the following resource may help you to locate one close to you ...
Avian Vet Resources
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I hope this helps you and your little one, and I wish you both the very best!
Its possible that your budgie has a tumor in his pelvis that's putting pressure on the nerves to his legs causing paresis (partial paralysis) of his legs. I have a female budgie that develops temporary paresis of her legs when she lays eggs. The egg passing through her pelvis puts pressure on her nerves and she temporarily (for a couple weeks) can't walk. Needless to say I'm doing everything I can to prevent her from laying any more eggs.
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His name is blue and he’s a new pet and I haven’t had something like this happened before and it’s still happening I have been trying to locate a vet and I’m located in New Jersey.Welcome to the forums @Brn - though I am sorry to hear your budgie is having some issues. What is his name by the way?
Sometimes issues with balance or inability to grip the perch can be an indicator of a health problem, but it would be difficult to diagnose exactly what sort of problem from here and it would be best to consult an avian specialist vet if you can. When was the last time he had a wellness check? I'm not sure where in the world you are located or if you already have an avian vet that you regularly consult with, but the following resource may help you to locate one close to you ...
Avian Vet Resources
After a suggestion by a member, @Abu Colo, the Mod Team decided to create a list of veterinarians around the world who see birds. This was something we had discussed a few years ago, but the task seemed so large that we didn't get very far. However, the need is there and we decided that the time...
I hope this helps you and your little one, and I wish you both the very best!
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- 2 female budgies i have a green named tofu she is 1 years old(she turned one years old in April) and i have a blue budgie named sky she is the younger one she is younger then tofu by a few days
welcome! my budgie hope before she died she was falling off the perch, so definitely go to the vet.
The link below should assist you in finding an avian specialist vet close to you
Avian Vet Resources
After a suggestion by a member, @Abu Colo, the Mod Team decided to create a list of veterinarians around the world who see birds. This was something we had discussed a few years ago, but the task seemed so large that we didn't get very far. However, the need is there and we decided that the time...
www.parrotforums.com
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