Interesting we were told opposite things by certified wildlife rehabbers. I also found a website that recommends the same thing: http://www.avianweb.com/sickbirdcare.html

Maybe the best advice is just to ask your veterinarian, they would know for sure. 

Good Luck,

Frank


P.S. Did anyone try for the Cassin's today? 

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I never took a rehab course, but was acquainted with the late Gerda Deterer, who was Wild Bird Rescue.  Comfort, warmth, are great ideas.  She told me on a number of occasions not to force water into a bird.  Having water near however, seems like a good idea.  
Best of luck with your bird.

 

 

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> I only took one avian rehab course in college but they always told us to make sure the bird was warm (heat lamp may be needed) and felt comforatble (have an area that is can hide in - maybe a blanket) as well as a cleaner area where you can put water. Dehydration is a major concern so you should probable give it water by hand with a syringe, esp. if its not drinking on its own. Food should not be an immediate concern. 
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