Yesterday Peanut was accidentally hit in the foot by a plastic toy (a kid's toy, not a budgie toy) & since then his foot has been a bit swollen & purplish. There's no blood or broken skin, I guess it's just bruised, but i was wondering whether there is anything i should be doing to help him? He seems happy enough- flying around, chirping, playing with his toys as much as usual, but it's obvious he doesn't want to put weight on the foot. He CAN walk on it, but whenever he perches he's tucking it up into his feathers. I tried to get photos but every time i get near him he tucks his foot away

Marigold has this problem except I didn't actually see it being hurt. I think it was broken as it is months later and she still can't grip properly with it. I made a platform for her with the food and water yesterday. I did take her to the vet but they didn't have an avian specialist or any vets who were there. I think it will heal with time, and maybe a vet trip.

I'm pretty sure it isn't broken, he can walk on it (but he sort of limps- actually looks extremely cute! ) - i guess i'll just watch him over the next few days to see whether it gets better or worse!

Hi Naomi,

If skin isn't broken there shouldn't be any infection, a few days should see bruising settle. Just keep an eye out for any changes so you can act quickly if need be.