Parrots are Oscar-winning actors at hiding illness, which is why “they seem fine” can turn into an emergency fast. In this episode of Squawk Global, we’re joined by Dr. Noémie Hoffman, an exotic veterinarian in Dubai, to break down seed diet dangers, “silent illness,” wing clipping risks, egg binding, and what real preventative parrot care looks like.

If your bird is a seed junkie (or you’re trying to avoid becoming one), this is your wake-up call, with practical steps you can start using immediately.

What you’ll learn
• Why seed-heavy diets cause long-term health problems
• Why parrots hide symptoms until things get serious
• How to transition a “seed junkie” to a healthier diet
• Enrichment + foraging ideas that make diet changes easier
• Wing clipping: the hidden health risks (and what to do instead)
• Egg binding: why it happens and how to prevent it
• How often to see an avian/exotic vet + what checkups should include
• The social media effect: impulse buys, rehoming, and the bigger welfare picture

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Dr. Noémie Hoffman: @dr_noemie_exotics_vet (Instagram)

Disclaimer: This episode is educational and not a replacement for veterinary care. If your bird is showing symptoms, contact an avian/exotic vet.

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