Report Abuse. For a parakeet to go without food for 24 hours is like a human going a week without food. Most pet stores sell weekend feeders that can be put through the wires of most cages.These feeders normally provide enough food for 3-4 days, and there are normally two feeders per package.eport Abuse. For a parakeet to go without food for 24 hours is like a human going a week without food. Most pet stores sell weekend feeders that can be put through the wires of most cages.