Spock Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 A while ago, on Spock's back between the wing bend (when the wings are folded against the side), there is approximately two inch diameter flat raised area. When you touch it, it doesn't appear to bother him and through feathers, skin and an 1/8th inch of fat, you can feel his backbone. It is opposite the depression on his front side (see two photos). It's like a hunch-back. (Joey doesn't have it) He's extremely energetic and he is holding his weight at 437 to 443 grams in the morning after his big bomb. He flies a LOT! At times, he appears to be breathing heavy. Maggie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 They have an air sack on the back of the neck around the bottom of the cervical area. Is this where you are talking about? Is it possible it has fluid in it? Other than it possibly being that, I can not imagine what else it may be. If you can see it, does it appear inflamed at all? You know it is hard to diagnose something when your not a vet. Thats about all I have to offer unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayd Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 Spock's food came up after breakfast! his weight was down to 430 grams!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joolesgreyuk Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 Oh no! This is not what we want to hear C'mon Spock, you get yourself better now. xx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelseaB Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 Oh dear Spock, when will you be seeing your Vet? That area on your back seems serious. Poor baby, you are in my thoughts- keep being the strong boy that you are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 I pray Spock will be all right. He is the mascot of the Greyforums. Come on Spock get well. Prayers coming your way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJsHoney Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 oh no! Spock how are you feeling now? did you hold down some lunch? I'm thinkin' about you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 Not good news Jay. How is Spock doing now? Has he eaten since and held it down? I believe he was holding around 440-450 grams. If so, a 10 to 20 gram loss is not huge, but certainly to take notice of. I know I fret if dayo goes down 10 grams. But, normally the next day he is back up to 480. One other thought reflecting back on Dayos first 18 months. His weight would go up and down month to month from 430 to 450 to 428 to 470 etc. I am uncertain why young birds weight varies more than a more mature birds. But it does, probably due to the way they eat differently as tastes change and muscle mass builds in those pectorals as they fly. Praying for Spock and hoping this is just an oddity today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted June 15, 2010 Share Posted June 15, 2010 Spock is such a beautiful boy and has such a great attitude, I just hate that he is not keeping his meals down. I hope he feels better soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
she Posted June 16, 2010 Share Posted June 16, 2010 Please let us know what the vet has to say.I think I can safely assume you have a visit planned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted June 16, 2010 Share Posted June 16, 2010 Praying for Spock. Our poor baby has been thru so much. I hope this is just a fluke, perhaps he ate too much too fast. Please let us know how he is and what you find out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pearllyn Posted June 16, 2010 Share Posted June 16, 2010 Oh Maggie, so sorry to hear about this setback for Spock. Please do keep us updated, everyone here is rooting for him. x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayd Posted June 16, 2010 Share Posted June 16, 2010 Please let us know what the vet has to say.I think I can safely assume you have a visit planned. Thanks all. Spock has been seeing a vet almost every two weeks since Dec 09, he has 5 vets now.LoL Were guaranteed a visit on Thur's after 4pm! These vets receive have received not only our fid's, but our rescue's and re-home's. Spock's cut down on some of his food intake. I think Dan might be right on Spock's back muscles, they seem to be well developed, I living room/kitchen flight is around 50=60', he'll do this in set's of 2 or 3, 10 or more times a day, 5-6 full house length flights of 50' 3-5 times.[that,s 100' per flight! with out tail feathers!] When I say "Spock's cut down on his eating", his normal daily food consumption is: Breakfast= 2 tbs of smash, 1/3 tsp peanut butter + supplement, 1 to 2 tsp brn rice, lentils/split peas 1 tsp, will snack on a tsp of seed. mid-morning snack, he'll snack on left over breakfast, 10+ cheerio's soaked in 2 table spoons rice milk, Lunch: 1/4 tuna sandwich on whole grain bread, plate of veggies, and a few seeds, Dinner: Smash, pasta with tomato sauce, beans, sometimes cooked veggies. Bed time snack: bite of fruit, a couple bites of fresh sweet potato's. Because of his Hypoglycemia, he eats carbs and burn carbs, in a viscous cycle. Once we can determine his diet balance, we hope his metabolism will slow down, so he won't wear out his body. Spock is a large boned Grey, he should weigh around 520 +grams, he's skinny. Hope this will change. If I missed anything, just ask! Jayd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayd Posted June 17, 2010 Share Posted June 17, 2010 Spock, he's up to 443 grams today, his appetite is good, vet said, [just left] he probably gulped quickly! Spocks going through a heavy molt! You were right Dan, he has well developed shoulder muscles! A ok!!!!!!! Thanks Jayd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elvenking Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 Spock is a ver good spirited bird to be flying around so happily dispite his issues. I hope he will shake it off and prosper. Love hearing about him. Plus I am a Star Trek fan...lol. Wishing you the best to stay healthy Spock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJsHoney Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 So happy this was just a hic-up with Spock Keep on creating mischief Spock!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 What wonderful news!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted June 18, 2010 Share Posted June 18, 2010 Spock is collecting frequent flyer miles at the vet. He is well loved and you spend a lot of your own energy keeping careful watch and adjusting his food etc. He is such a sweet part of all our lives. Thanks for all you do for him and your flock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spock Posted June 19, 2010 Author Share Posted June 19, 2010 Thank you so much!!!! Spock received a clean bill of health today. Maggie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loki'sMinion Posted June 19, 2010 Share Posted June 19, 2010 Thank you so much!!!! Spock received a clean bill of health today. Maggie Awesome news!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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