debstein Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 An hour ago, I was on the phone with my boss, and Romo was on his playstand. He flew over to my shoulder and faster than a NY minute, he grabbed my tiny diamond stud and when I reached up to stop him, only the earring back was there. I searched all around to make sure it hadn't dropped and I really think he ate it!! It was a really small earring, tiny diamond in a plain 18K white gold post - will it pass? Is he gonna be OK? Has anyone ever had anything like this happen? I don't wear earrings around him, but I just got home from work, and hubby took Romo out of his cage and onto his playstand - when he saw me, he just flew to me and I forgot I even had the earrings in. Geez, I feel like a horrible birdmama. Can anyone help me? What should I do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest briansmum Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 did he swallow the pointy bit that goes through your ear, or did just the diamond come off. i'm thinking vets for an x-ray. it may get lodged and need removing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CeasarsDad Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 This could be trouble. If the post gets stuck in him crop or guts he could be in serious trouble. I think you should consult with a VET ASAP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwibarb12 Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 yep - vet time. If he swallowed it they may be able to remove it with a scope. But perforating the gut is really bad news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Deb, Talon does this all the time with me, but thank goodness never swallows it. I agree with the others, and a vet visit is in order. Please let us know how things turn out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jujubechan Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 A x-ray would help, though I dont think a grey or any parrot would swallow hard things, they usually make them as small as dust before they swallow anything but to be safe take it to the vet. Also look for your earring carefully maybe fell under the table or something? - Jujube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Deb, a suggestion, take your earrings out before you even walk in the door, I take mine out before I let Josey out or she will go after them, and I have had too many of them ruined by her. Let us know what you find out about Romo.:ohmy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Yes, I second Judy and we are all waiting apprehensively to hear that all is ok!!! :-) You know how we are on this forum...Your Grey is just as dear to us as if he were our own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shim101 Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 I would have to agree with jujube. If they were interested in something like that, they would first try to bite it and smash it up before swallowing it. I would be really suprised if your bird would eat it, but you never know. But Yeah, I would take your bird to the doctor. That sounds scary... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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