Sneezing?

[Harley2013]

Dingo has been making what I think sneezing sounds? Not all the time, but here and there throughout the day. Maybe a few sneezes in a row, then nothing for awhile. Taz has not. What's up with this? They both also seem to ruffle their feathers quite a bit, acting as if they've just taken a bath, but have not. Preening and such. Is this a normal thing for gouldins?

[birdclaws]

It's hard to say exactly what it could be. I would see how they react to a heat lamp and a drop of Scatt the birds in contact. If you see no improvements in a week or so, I would consider treating for a respiratory infection.

[Harley2013]

Okay, after trying to locate SCATT locally, ( which I never did) and having an on going very serious family medical issue on top of Harley passing, one of the finches, sneezing, with labored open mouth breathing I am stressed to the max! I obtained SCATT, and applied. How long before I see any improvements so I know if it's working for him? I reapply very 21 days for 3 applications is this correct? I know I'm a terrible mommy, I would have done this much sooner, but have had some real issues lately.

[Sally]

Yes, SCATT is one of those products that must be ordered online, or it can sometimes be found at marts for sale by a vendor. The life cycle of air sac mites is 14-21 days, and SCATT is effective for 21 days, so one application is normally enough. You can apply a second dose 21 days after the first, but I don't think three doses would be necessary.

You may be thinking of S76, which is added to the water for two days every week for three weeks. And you're not a terrible mommy, we all have life issues from time to time that take precedence.

[Harley2013]

I used SCATT yesterday and today, no sneezing! I am amazed! Does it actually work that quickly?