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I just bought 2 blue gouldians from the finchfarm. They're in their own cage for now and appear very healthy and busy. I know they should be quarantined but for how long and what do I absolutely have to give them medication-wise even if they behave and look perfectly healthy?

rancho2...congrats!!! You must post pics . Did you ask the breeder if they have already been treated with any meds? I always do this, rather than over medicating their tiny bodies. I also always quarantine any new birds for a minimum of 30 days and a maximum of 90 days. It depends...for example... When I receive birds from across the country, I give them a longer time in quarantine so they have more time to adjust to their new environment. Local birds are usually in a 30 day quarantine.

the finchfarm suggested ronex for 3-5 days but that was it. I gave them electrolytes and seed with vitamins anyway. when you quarantine, what exactly do you look for? right now you'd never know they just got off a long flight and are in a cage instead of an aviary. they're talking up a storm and doing everything like any healthy looking bird. just don't want to medicate if it's not necessary.

My quarantine meds include Avian Insect Liquidator (spray for mites & lice), S76 (for possible airsac mites) and then after the S76 treatment is finished (after the 3 weeks), I use Worm Away. That's my protocol. But I usually wait 1 week before starting the protocol to give the new birds time to settle in. During the first few days I add NV Powder to their water. Hope this helps

There should be no reason to give them ronex which is for Protozoal infections.
Here is an excellent quarantine procedure to follow:
https://ladygouldian.com/content/why-qu ... -new-birds

good luck

Oh...you asked what I look for...use white paper towels so you can look at their poop. Also look for excessive scratching, any discharge from eyes/nose and puffed feathers. I bought finches from the finch farm and they were all healthy. I still followed my protocol to be on the safe side. Take things slow and be careful to not over medicate their tiny bodies .

AWESOME LINK Debbie!!! Everyone should read it!

thanks to all!

rancho2...you are so very welcome! Best of luck to you

debbie276 Very informative link!!! Thank you Debbie!