Talon

NO on the baby wipes. Use a damp paper towel instead.

Toni, hope all goes well, and you will be back with us very soon. We'll miss you!

Dan and Kim, I am so sorry to hear how difficult of a time you are both having. I was heartbroken to hear how deeply Dayo misses you KIM. But it doesn't surprise me, I hear you are the favorite!! B) Please know that you both and Dayo, are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you get better and home very quickly. Thank you for the updates Dan. Tell Kim HAPPY BIRTHDAY! and I expect you will have an extra birthday celebration for her when she comes home. Luv ya both, Penny

THANK YOU DAVE!!! You have made so many birds happy!! :woohoo: :woohoo:

Has it stopped bleeding? If so, just watch him, he should be okay.

There is a special netting used for birds. One that keeps most mosquitoes and bugs out, and it is "chew" proof as well. I will see if I can find the company for you. Maybe others here would have other ideas.

Thank you Dan for the update. I hope she is feeling better and she is able to stay home and out of surgery. Please tell her she is in my thoughts and prayers. And keep us updated as you can.

Dan, I am so sorry for Kim and you. Please know she is in my prayers, and I hope all goes well, and she won't need surgery. Please keep us posted, and send her our well wishes.

Adhaincroi, Would you please share your story on the rescue of this beautiful and lucky bird? We could learn so much from your story, as it can be so hard to coax them out of a tree. :huh:

Dr. Flock........Where are you when we need you...............help us with this will you? :blink: :pinch: :unsure:

WOW! This is a great example for those of us who aren't clever...:blink:

MY vet says NO PEANUTS AT ALL!! Too much of a rick. Human Grade are not 100% safe for them.

OH MY GOD! I am in tears right now. How horrible!!!! I feel your pain, I know it is just the tip of what you are feeling. But I too am horrified!! How horrible, but it is know where your fault. You have done everything humanly possible for Shadow. Please don't let this witch get away with this...take her to court, call the animal cruelty organization in your area, list her name everywhere so no one will ever go thru the pain you are experiencing. The more you get her abuse out there, the better chances of saving the lives of any other birds she may still have. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please keep in touch with us. One day, the pain will subside somewhat, and you will get another bird. Don't give up, it will help you to focus on another bird. There are plenty needing homes, and cheap too I might add. Again, I am so sorry....

That is hilarious!!! {Feel-good-0002006E}

Rikki is not sick in any way. This just showed up on her well bird check-up. It only says that her yeast level is high. The Lacto is actually Lactobacillus that you put in water and it is a probotic, good bacteria. Dave, I have done this routine with Talon many times as she came to us with a bacterial infection. They do drink it, especially if you mix a little juice with it for flavoring.

Don't waste your time. You can teach your bird all you want on your own. They are that smart. B)

Hello Mandy, and Welcome to our Family. I love your pictures! She's a beautiful grey. I look forward to hearing more from you. B) I wouldn't worry about finding a feather on the floor. They will fall out, especially when they molt. If she was plucking, you would see it, she would be chewing it in a way much more than just preening.

Welcome to our Family Dave. You are one lucky man with a very thoughtful family! I look forward to following your quest to find that special bird that is waiting for his forever home with you. B)

Thank you Casper for this well needed reminder. I have seen what's going on with the karma. I too, have had karma taken away recently for no apparent reason. I have seen nothing but positive posts from most of our members here, there is no reason to decrease their karma except maybe someone here thinks their smart and playing a game. I am fixing anyone's karma that I have seen start to decrease. I keep track. So......to whoever thinks they can beat me at the karma game....TRY ME! B)

Very nice!

Thanks Dave for all your advice. I only give apple daily, sometimes I will add one other type of fruit with it. Rikki won't eat anything unless I eat it first. That being said, I HATE yogurt!! :evil: I am ashamed to admit that I am a HUGE fan of cheese, especially cheddar, and she does get a piece of that at least 3-4 times a week. The lacto routine that my vet likes all bird owners to follow is listed below, but since I moved 1 year ago, I haven't followed it, as it is difficult to keep up on, and Talon was never fond of the apple cider vinegar in the water. I usually would double the recipe and then mix it in with juice. I'd be interested to hear what your thoughts are on this subject, and your recommendations. :huh: My avian vet highly recommends lacto plus anytime our grey is ill. You put in a tsp. to 1 pint of water and use it as their drinking water for 2 weeks, followed by 1 tsp. to 1 pint of water of organic apple cider vinegar for 2 weeks. He advises all his avian patients to do this every 3 months, to keep their systems healthy from bacteria. He will use this method instead of antibiotics as much as possible.

I have been trying to research what causes too much yeast in African Greys. So, far, I have found that too much fruit causes too much yeast, and the symptoms of too much yeast are them appearing somewhat listless and possibly sickly. Dies anyone here have any more knowledge of this? Rikki gets apple pieces almost every morning, sometimes mixed with plums, grapes or banana's. Very little juice, maybe 3 or 4 times a week, and then only about 4-5 sips once a day. I ask, as Rikki's gram stains came back perfect for bacterial infections, but the vet said she had too much yeast. I was at work and not able to take his call, my daughter did, and that is all the information she got. The course of treatment he wants us to do is the same one I did when Talon had a bacterial infection. (Lacto and organic apple cider vinegar routine for a month) Also, is the crop at risk for infection as well? I'd love any input and advice you guys might have. Thanks, Penny<br><br>Post edited by: Talon, at: 2008/12/31 01:51

OMG! How moving...{Feel-bad-0002006A} Thank you so much Dan for sharing this TRUTH with us.

{Feel-good-0002006E} lessons? Thanks guys!

Wow, I really took a chance when I bought Talon. I live in Massachusetts, Talon came from Florida from a girl who was just breeding African Greys. She shipped Talon to me in the winter (watching the temps of course) when she was 9 1/2 weeks old, and she was weaned. I sent her money, and she shipped her by Delta. I was always concerned whether or not I would have a bird when I went to the airport to pick Talon up. But I was VERY lucky. I also had her home address and telephone number, but still I took a huge chance.