Hi Dr. Rob: I have an outdoor mixed aviary, including Gouldians with chicks in the nest. I suspect there may be a respiratory infection/problem, as some of my birds, mostly recently fledged babies, have been open mouth breathing, almost gasping at times, and seem to be out of breath quickly; a couple of fledglings have died. I have treated with Ivermectin (but hear no clicking sounds). Is there a safe antibiotic, such as Amtyl that can be added to the water, even with the chicks present? Thanks.
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