Unfortunately, she did not respond to the antibiotics as we had hoped, and she was never strong enough to have the surgery. She fought the infection for 5 days before she passed away. Peritonitis is not a common occurrence, but it can, and does happen. Always consult your vet at the signs of any symptoms. Learning your bird's preferences, habits, and personality traits will help you notice any changes that could be an indictation of illness.
Parrots mask their symptoms, so early detection is imparative to sucessful treatment.
Anne is the owner and creator of Avian Antics Bird Toys , a well known manufacturer of bird toys. All rights reserved. All rights reserved. Visitors Peritonitis can kill birds, even female pet birds. Read about Georgie, a blue crowned conure.