Debandbella Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Hi I’m emailing you for some advice and hoping that you can give me a little encouragement that I will get my boy back. He went missing on Saturday at 2pm. I’m sure you have heard the story a thousand times before. He flew out of the patio door and through the conservatory. We can only assume that something spooked him as it’s never happened before. Not that we are in the habit of leaving the back door open. He took off like a swan in flight and whilst it was amazing to watch it’s been devastating ever since. I didn’t think he would ever land. I didn’t even see where he landed as he went over houses. I was straight out the door and searching for him. There was 4 of us searching in the end. Within two hours we had leaflets out. I have called everyone I can think of, vets, schools allotments, radio stations, shops and news agents and parks. Leaflets to many residential houses too. I have read on web sites that it could take weeks if not months to get him back. What scares me at the moment and keeps me awake at night is not knowing how he will survive. The weather hasn’t been particularly kind with strong winds and heavy rain. Temperatures have dropped too. I would just like to know that he will be ok…..I know you may not be able to put my mind at rest fully but understanding how these animals adapt would be good. Will he perish from the cold, will he die of hunger, when will he come to ground to feed, when is someone likely to see him? I’m sorry for sounding completely irrational but any advice that you can give me would be greatly received and appreciated. Cross posted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joolesgreyuk Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 You are quite right, we have heard your story more times than I care to mention on here but you don't need to be hearing that at this time, you need practical help. Firstly put his cage and stand - if he has one outside where he can see it and put plenty of food and water inside his cage to try to entice him down if he is nearby. Go out and call him early mornings at sunrise and again before sunset when it is quieter and he is more likely to hear you and when he is on the lookout for food. Keep calling his name and words he is familliar with. You need to inform as many people as you can think of asap, friends, family members, work colleagues and so on. Better still, recruit as many of them as possible to physically help you search and to help with more posters and fliers. Try to cover as big an area as possible, he may get as far as 50 miles away. The internet will be your best weapon in the hunt for your boy, as well as forums there are many sites which have dedicated sections for missing parrots. Don't forget local newspapers in the "lost" section. You mention vets and schools but what about pet shops and even newsagents and supermarkets? I wouldn't worry too much about the weather unless it dips below freezing, he will be looking for shelter and food. He may well not wonder too far and may be hiding in nearby trees. Do you have an wooded area nearby or somewhere where there are lots of trees? Most importantly NEVER GIVE UP and GOOD LUCK in your search for your poor baby, he is probably very scared right now.<br><br>Post edited by: Joolesgreyuk, at: 2009/11/03 17:48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joolesgreyuk Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 I almost forgot to add, is your grey clipped at all? If he is clipped he might not have got too far away but may be unable or unwilling to try gliding down to land. If he is flighted be may be further away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JillyBeanz Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Ah, Debbie - I hope this person finds her baby, safe and sound. It sounds like she won't give up looking and there are members around the Northampton area. Send her my best wishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debandbella Posted November 4, 2009 Author Share Posted November 4, 2009 Thats why i cross post lost and found birds on every forum i go on, there are members on them up and down the country and the more people who know about them the better, its not often successful but it does work occasionally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 I hope your grey is quickly found and returned safe and sound! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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