Joolesgreyuk Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 If I were you I'd certainly pester that vet until something is done, your baby has suffered enough. Keep up the good work you are doing great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 I agree, I would be on him like stink on sh**, well you get my drift! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Good luck to you when pushing them into a response. I am certain they are calling around to other specialists attempting to find some one who may have dealt with a similar case before proceeding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pearllyn Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Glad to hear Vree has had a better day Kathryn, but you should definitely be getting onto the vet about what to do now - it's possible they've gotten sidetracked and have forgotten about him. Just keep phoning phoning phoning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KdK Posted February 5, 2010 Author Share Posted February 5, 2010 So so so ANGRY!!!!!!! I called my vet this morning to find out that as I already knew the vet that saw Vree is on early maternity leave but the other exotic vet there has not been in the office all week and won't be back until Monday!!!! Which they did not tell me when I called two days ago...they even told me that vet would call me back that day!!! Specialist has still not gotten back to them allegedly but who knows since they are obviously short staffed. So I have now called specialist office myself and am waiting for a call back..... Despite all this Vree does seem to be improving...he has better control of legs and in still doing good in all other respects... I am livid, and so upset because I trusted these vets to be on top of this and they clearly have not been and I feel like I have let Vree down... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pearllyn Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Kathryn you've done the right thing by calling the specialist yourself. The vet might be short staffed but that's no excuse for leaving you going through goodness knows what with a baby who has broken his back. They charge plenty for the service they provide and if they can't provide it, they need to be up front about it - especially in a potentially life and death situation. Well done for taking matters into your own hands. You haven't let Vree down at all, and when he is all better again it might be worth getting back to the original vet and making a formal complaint. I'm not one for rocking the boat, but when it comes to the welfare of my animals, I need to know I can trust my vet completely. It's good to hear that Vree is a little more in control though. x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Than is infuriating! Their lackadaisical attitude has severely delayed your baby getting proper attention. It is so good to know we have people like Dave here that gave you the right advice on how to treat her while waiting for the vet. It is obvious your doing a great job and your beby is responding well to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 The ability to heal is a miraculous thing so sorry you have felt like you are on the back burner and hope the specialist gets back with you soon. Good for Vree gaining more movement it must mean the swelling due the injury is reducing so it will be more important than ever to try and keep him from moving around to avoid shifting those bones around and causing any more damage. We are thinking of you both and wishing hard for the best. Waiting with you for news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joolesgreyuk Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 I am sooo :evil: so I can well imagine how you feel :evil: I can also understand how you are blaming yourself for this but you mustn't, you should be able to trust your vet and so you did. You have done the right thing in going directly to the specialist and don't be afraid to chase them up if you feel they are taking too long getting back to you. I agree with Lyn you should put in a formal complaint about the service (or lack of) you recived. Unfortunately our beloved fids can't speak up for themselves therefore we have to take on that particular task ourselves. I'm so pleased that Vree is showing signs of improvement but if there is a break then surely it needs to be re-set in it's correct position otherwise it may heal in the wrong place. I don't want to scare you and I don't pretend to know any more about it than the next person but these people need a bomb up their arses :evil::evil::evil: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KdK Posted February 6, 2010 Author Share Posted February 6, 2010 Okay!!! Good news One of the specials I called, called me right back!!!!! The good news is that she said thus far I have done everything that could be done. That there is not a surgical option for this situation (as I described it to her) simply pain meds and wait and see. She said there should be improvement by 6 days and that I would need to wait 6 weeks to see how much improvement he makes at that point. That he is eating, drinking and eliminating normally is the most important thing. At six weeks depending on the improvement or lack thereof a quality of life decision made need to be made. So now I am deciding if I want to drive to the specialist on Monday just to reconfirm this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JillyBeanz Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 What great news - it's encouraging to know that you now have spoken personally to the specialist - and dump that previous vet!!! It'll be a long struggle - but you seem to have the love and dedication that is needed to pull Vree through this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 I would think that the less traveling he was subjected to would be for the better but call that specialist back and run that question by her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KdK Posted February 6, 2010 Author Share Posted February 6, 2010 Greywings, that is exactly my thought! It is cold and nasty outside and the vet I spoke with is 3.5 hours each way. My inclination is to wait and not stress him further. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 Things are looking up Kathryn! You are a great parront! Can't wait to hear more as things progress! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbpittman Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 I'm so sorry, I've just read this thread, I hope that Vree is doing better today. Katheryn I admire you commitment to Vree and everything that you have done so far to help him at this time. You and Vree will be in my prayers as we traverse through the next few weeks. Please keep us posted on his progress. Robin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KdK Posted February 8, 2010 Author Share Posted February 8, 2010 Thought I would give everyone an update on Vree! He is doing really well. I heard back from the original specialist that was called and he confirmed everything that we are doing and apologized for not getting back to me sooner that he did not have my phone number until I called and left him a message earlier in the day! Anyway! Vree's balance is improving and I can tell he is feeling better. He is asking for head scritches and preening his feathers more. He definitely loves that I am spending so much time with him and that he is sleeping in the bedroom with me! He is very tired of his tub though and I can see him trying to figure out how to escape! I am happy to see him returning to his cheerful self. I just have to keep hoping he'll continue to regain control of his legs. Thank you for all of your well wishes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joolesgreyuk Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 Well that is excellent news, seems Vree is on the mend, let's hope so. All the things you mention are good signs. I wouldn't be in a hurry to take him out of the tub, you really don't want him climbing or swinging from the bars of his cage just yet but it probably won't be that long. Is it possible for him to climb from the tub when he is fully fit? If so I would be inclined to let him climb out on his own when he is ready. Thanks for the update, I'm really hoping for a full recovery for Vree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 A bit of luck and some good fortune seems to be smiling on you and Vree. I am so glad he is progressing even if it is too slow for Mr. Vree. I also agree that keeping him quiet and safe are still pretty critical to his healing and a good outcome. Good work so far just keep it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 I am so excited for Vree, Kathryn. Things are certainly looking up! All your love and hard work are doing wonders to see that Vree is getting well. Hooray! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KdK Posted February 12, 2010 Author Share Posted February 12, 2010 Vree is still looking good! He has been very cheerful and sweet these past few days. He could absolutely get out of his tub on his won if he were fully recovered and I keep hoping he'll eventually do just that!! He does really like it when I bring him out and set him down on my lap while I am reading just to be near me and I notice that he is happier then. The vet would like to see him in about 2 1/2 weeks from now to check on his progression. It really seems to have been a gigantic miscommunication in their office and the staff has been very apologetic and sincere. He is getting more control of his feet and his toes are gripping much better. This might be silly but I miss him perching on my hand Anyway, hopefully as he continues to improve I will continue to have these positive updates!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted February 12, 2010 Share Posted February 12, 2010 The is a great update Kathryn, I am delighted that Vree is doing so very, very well! Hurray!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xtreme575 Posted February 12, 2010 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Thanks for keeping us updated Kathryn, please continue to do so... I'm praying for a full recovery, and that this is just a slight set-back in an otherwise long, healthy life for Vree! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KdK Posted February 12, 2010 Author Share Posted February 12, 2010 Okay, trying to share a picture from a couple days ago of Vree in his tub!! He was a little fluffy and irritated at me and I think it was because he didn't want me to take his picture looking so undignified! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranaz Posted February 12, 2010 Share Posted February 12, 2010 Such a cute buddy, so sweet... Im really hoping for a quick recovery, and Its good news that hes able to grip again, it means he still has command of his feet. I hope thigs will progree much faster and you will see him flying and moving aroound real soon Thanks for keeping us posted, we are all praying for him {Nature-00020095} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debandbella Posted February 12, 2010 Share Posted February 12, 2010 He looks a little darling. :kiss: Hope his recovery is quick. :kiss: :kiss: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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