I just purchased a parakeet yesterday and it hasnt eaten and is just perching in one spot. Is this normal? does it have to get used to the enviroenment before it feel comfortable eating?
2007-02-13 16:10:15 · 12 answers · asked by onthat_kryptonite 1 in Pets ➔ Birds
There are several things to consider.
If the parakeet is young; he may be used to finding seeds on the floor of the cage and not know to look in the seed cup.
About sitting in one place.
Moving to a new place is traumatic for little feathered friends, so give him a day or two to get used to the new environment before he moves around much and starts to chirp.
nasturnium warned you about teflon being hazardous to pet birds.
Teflon IS hazardous to birds; but only when the PTFE (teflon) outgasses because of heat.
Teflon does not outgas until it reaches about 600 degrees fahrenheit.
2007-02-13 21:44:14 · answer #1 · answered by Rev. Two Bears 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You just need to give him time. He is in a new environment, and has left all the other birds (his flock). I would put a piece of spray millet in his cage that way he can get something in his stomach. Spray millet is something that any bird cannot refuse. However after this piece don't give him another one for a while because your goal is to get him to eat his food.
Also, just talk to your bird in a soft voice about where he is at and what is going on. My bird always seems to understand me when I talk to him. Parakeets are very smart birds.
If he doesn't eat within the next day or two. I would contact an avian vet and ask what you can do.
I bet the main thing is that he is not used to his environment. Also, look at his seeds. They just crack them open and leave the hauls in the dish so it doesn't look like they eat, even though they really do.
2007-02-14 03:43:19 · answer #2 · answered by Mandie Moe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. First, get a sheet or blanket and wrap it around the cage so just the front is uncovered. It will feel more secure. Plus, this will keep the drafts away from it. Then, go to the pet store tomorrow and buy a book on parakeets and read it thoroughly. Also, make sure you do not cook with anything containing teflon or that your carpet is new, because they put teflon in carpet now and it is deadly to birds. Also, make sure that there are no windows open if there are car exhaust fumes that can get to it.
Good luck. I love birds!
2007-02-13 16:21:47 · answer #3 · answered by nasturnium 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-03 09:51:04 · answer #4 · answered by herrick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your new parakeet still isn't eating try offering some millet spray, most grocery stores even stock it and it is a sweet treat for them. He may just need a little prompting to get going now.
However, if he still isn't eating after this morning, make an appointment with a bird veterinarian and have him looked over.
You should have him looked over at any rate, but not eating for more than 36 hours would be a cause of concern for me.
2007-02-13 23:23:34 · answer #5 · answered by Tammy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, this is normal.
I have two parakeets, and when I purchased my first one he reacted the same way. Give your parakeet a few days to adjust to it's new home, but if it's behavior isn't changed in a week then you need to take it to an avian.
I hope I helped.
2007-02-15 11:10:59 · answer #6 · answered by Olivia 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I have a parakeet. Your bird is perfectly fine. He or she just needs time to get used to its new home. Don't worry, once he feels comfortable with his new home (or is really hungry) he will eat. Well, Good luck! :-)
2007-02-14 01:25:58 · answer #7 · answered by Laura 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your bird is probably a little scared, Give it some time. Some birds need to get used to the new surroundings and people.
2007-02-13 16:15:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes that is very normal i have one her name is Maggie. when we brought her home she was very scared she didn't eat for a couple of days actually. we put a sheet over half of her cage and she eventually warmed up to us
2007-02-14 01:51:07 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
perhaps he's just scared. Give him time to get used to his new home. although, you should take him to the vet, just to make sure he isn't sick or anything.
2007-02-14 13:21:07 · answer #10 · answered by meiye_zhou 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋