Quaker Parrot

[Goralka08]

I've always wanted a Quaker Parrot. There is just something about those chubby cheeks lol.

 

Anyways, one just popped up on craigslist and I feel horrible for the little guy. Here is a picture:

 

His right wing definitely looks broken and he is definitely a plucker. I'm contemplating "saving" this little dude. I know his feathers may never grow back, but I'd love to give it a good home with TLC. Ugh. I just don't know what to do.

[Goralka08]

Never mind...

 

I was in contact with the lady, but she said someone is coming to get him today. Looks like it wasn't meant to be.

[mjames74]

Well at least it's a good chance the one coming to get him feels the same as you. Most people won't buy a bird that looks like that as a first bird or impulse buy.

[Poppy]

I do hope he has gone to a loving home that will look after him and nurse him back to full health .Why do people get these beautiful birds and not look after them ? It makes so mad and upset.

[Goralka08]

I know! It's so sad to see these birds all plucked and broken winged. If my bird hurt its self, especially a wing...I'd be freaking out and RUNNING to the vet!

 

I guess the lady who had him up on craigslist fosters unwanted birds and places them into homes. Why she does it on craigslist, I don't know. She said a man turned him in because once the wing was broken, the bird freaked out and started plucking itself. I guess she wanted to try to find a home by the end of the day for him because another bird is coming in for fostering. She said she'll keep my number if any more quakers come through.

[she]

Poor little thing.How can anyone abandon an injured animal.I do so hope he has found someone to give him the care he needs.

[judygram]

Kimberly, I am sure if it was meant to be you will find another quaker to add to your flock, just keep your eyes open and you know I am rooting for you.