People who own a bird can catch a bacterium called Chlamydophila psittaci by inhaling dried secretions from their infected birds. Symptoms you might get include fever, chills, muscle aches, and a dry cough.
Prevention Tip: Wear a mask when your cleaning its cage and make sure the cage lining is cleaned each day. Also, it’s better for you to wear gloves.
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