rbpittman Posted July 22, 2009 Posted July 22, 2009 I'm not sure what happened, or how, or why, but Gracie the Lovebird has died. I came out this morning and gave everyone their breakfast, fresh water and changed paper and all seemed well. Just before I had to leave for school (around noon) my son found Gracie in her bed, in a very bad state. She passed at 12:15 p.m., I didn't even have time to consider getting her to the AV (30 miles away). She had been trying to build a nest, but without knowing what sex (I'm assuming a she) I have no clue as to what could have caused her to suddenly become ill. She had not exhibited any signs at all of illness and was her normal neurotic self, chattering, eating, pooping and tearing apart her pinata. We are very sad, as is George, her cage mate. -- Robin, Paul, Dixie, Stering and George.
Eckobird Posted July 22, 2009 Posted July 22, 2009 Oh I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Gracie the lovebird.
myafricanqueen Posted July 22, 2009 Posted July 22, 2009 R.I.P Gracie Lovie. That is too bad for George he will miss her dearly. I am so sorry for your loss. Cristen
casper Posted July 22, 2009 Posted July 22, 2009 So sorry for your loss, you must be heartbroken! My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Tycos_mom Posted July 22, 2009 Posted July 22, 2009 Oh that is so sad I very sorry for your loss maybe she got eggbound its so hard to tell sometimes.
judygram Posted July 22, 2009 Posted July 22, 2009 Robin, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Gracie, please take some comfort in the fact that she knew you loved her and you will have your memories of her to cherish for the rest of your life.
rbpittman Posted July 22, 2009 Author Posted July 22, 2009 Thank you all for your kind words. Paul has been heartbroken all day. To make things worse, it happened just before his birthday (today). George appears to be handling things ok, as well as Dixie and Sterling. Yesterday when I told them all that Gracie was gone, instead of their usual antics on/in their cages, I was met with quiet birds whose only words were "I Love You!" Whether they knew what was really being said or not, it was most appropriate and very much appreciated. Dixie's vocabulary is much larger than Sterling's but they both said it and nothing else. George is eating and pooping normally, although yesterday he did call out for Gracie vigorously yesterday afternoon. I know he is as heartbroken as we are. -- Robin
Joolesgreyuk Posted July 22, 2009 Posted July 22, 2009 Oh Robin, I have just noticed this thread, I am so sorry for you. Poor George too. At least you know Gracie died quickly and didn't suffer a long illness. X
daveyj Posted July 22, 2009 Posted July 22, 2009 Poor little Gracie has passed away For Robin and family its a sad day Gracie a bird full of love Is looking down from heaven above Shes in our thoughts night and day Because Gracie was loved in every way
judygram Posted July 22, 2009 Posted July 22, 2009 That was so sweet of you to do for Robin, I am sure it will touch her heart as it certainly touched mine.
she Posted July 23, 2009 Posted July 23, 2009 Sorry for your loss Robin.Davey that was so nice of you.
rbpittman Posted July 23, 2009 Author Posted July 23, 2009 Thank you all, especially you DaveyJ, I didn't cry until I read that, guess I had to be strong for Paul. Thank you again, it made my day. -- Robin
harmonicaman68 Posted August 29, 2009 Posted August 29, 2009 I was sorry to hear about Gracie. Terri and I lost Mali due to similar causes about the end of June for similar causes. She was at a point in her cycle where she was laying and she didn't become egg bound, but had an egg not form all the way and go bad inside of her. The avian vet told us there was nothing we could have done or anticipated that could have stopped or reversed the process and it all happened SO fast. She was gone in a very short time. So don't blame yourself. I know that is a temptation, and we all second guess ourselves. Don't beat yourself up. Just enjoy to good memories. How is your flock doing?<br><br>Post edited by: harmonicaman68, at: 2009/08/29 12:03
danmcq Posted August 30, 2009 Posted August 30, 2009 Very sorry to hear of your loss. You have my condolences and best wishes in dealing with this time of grief.
dhorje Posted August 30, 2009 Posted August 30, 2009 Sorry for the loss of Gracie. May she rest in peace.
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