Heatstroke may occur, resulting in permanent brain damage. If your bird is exhibiting any or all of the above signs, try to reduce its body temperature immediately by spraying it with cool water, offering it water to drink or by placing its feet in a cool bath. Shock may occur, so keep the bird calm, and take it to the veterinarian immediately. Poisoning Many household substances and plants are toxic to birds. A pet bird can be poisoned either through inhaling or through ingesting a toxic substance.
Poisoning is very serious.
The poisoned bird may vomit, have difficulty breathing, have a seizure or fall into a coma. If your bird has gotten a poisonous substance into its eyes, wash them out immediately with slightly warm water. If the bird's skin has been in contact with a toxic substance, flush it with large amounts of water. Call your veterinarian immediately to let him know you are on your way in with a poisoned bird. Since the bird may go into shock, keep it quiet and calm until you reach the vet's office.