louiesdad Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 hello everyone, this is my first post, but i wanted to give louie a proper intro, we adopted louie back in April of 2008, he is between 5 and 7 yrs old, and quite frankly up until he went into rescue his life was pretty much terrible, we knew going in that louie had been abused, and neglected from his first families, and when we took him to our vet there where signs of him having had broken bones that had healed on there own, when louie was in the rescue he also bit the woman that ran the rescue so bad she needed 4 or 5 stitches in her lip, to say the least he trusted noone,well the day we went to pick him up i was shocked at how badly he had plucked himself both on his back and his stomach areas, but after a few minutes there i must have showed him enough that he climbed onto my hand with no problem,the rescuer was absolutely amazed at how louie took right to me, the last year with him has had its ups and downs but i would say more ups, he doesnt pluck anymore, he sings and dances, and his very favorite thing is to follow dad wherever i go, my wife and i run a chinchilla rescue, and we have many many animals and fids in our care, and louie has made friends with 4 of our chinchillas, every day he visits them hanging on there cage and talking to them, and he gets the biggest delite out of giving them there nightly treats, he is out of his cage at between 8 and 9 am and goes to bed at around 11pm at night, but if it is just me in the living room at night he will stay up a bit later spending time with me, i have taught him to shake hands, play dead bird, and his favorite, i place all my change in my pocket on the coffee table, and i say louie bank your money, and he will take the coins one at a time and put them in his piggy bank. we have a few other fids but louie has sort of a bond with our U-2 him and her love chattering back and forth and they also have learned words from each other the most recent break through with louie just happened last friday night, he was sitting on my lap as he does every night and i was rubbing his neck, well he has started molting, and most times if i touched a feather in sheeth he would quickly grab my finger to let me know hey dont touch that, but the other night as i was rubbing his neck he had his beak against my leg and he was mouthing my leg, well i noticed a new sheeth that was all wrapped up in his down so i gently tried releasing it. when i finally got it loose i tried preening him as i do our toos except this time he coo'd softly and pushed his head towards my hand, well i rolled the sheethed feather in my fingers until it cracked and the sheeth came off in my fingers, when i took my hand away he investigated what i had and then put his head back down as if to say do more dad do more, well for the last few nights he has climbed onto my leg and put his head down and i have helped him to get those pesky head and neck feathers he couldnt reach,, all in all louie has come some far in a years time, his trust issues are becoming a thing of the past, and he is blossoming into a true grey, he still doesnt like woman but my wife and i feel that is a small price as far as he is concerned, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerlily Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 what a lovley story, nearly made me cry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 That is such a heartwarming story of Louie, poor thing was abused, how anyone could cause enough harm to break their bones is beyond me, but he is blossoming now due to your love and attention. Thanks for sharing that with us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistyparrot Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Hello Louiesdad and Louie. What a great story. I love to hear of people rehoming and rescuing older birds. I would love to see a video of Louie banking his money:) Have you considered getting him a job at the treasury ? It seems he would be good at running a bank:lol: Steve n Misty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMary Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 What a great story. God bless you. I want to see that video of Louie banking his money, too!B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 What a wonderful rescue story. :-) Louie is so lucky to have found a loving home that has shown him what a human relationship can be like with no pain, fear, abuse etc. You have made wonderful progress with him and taught him some great tricks to keep him mentally challenged. Thanks for sharing his story! :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eckobird Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 What a nice story, Louie is so lucky to have found you! It is amazing how well he has adjsuted with you! Those tricks you taught him are so funny, how did you do it? I hope we can see this on video sometime! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaxtersMom Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 I have tears in my eyes after reading that. That really touched me. Louie must be thrilled you found him and the abuse and neglect is over. You are amazing!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyric Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Thank you for sharing your story with us. I'm so happy for Louie that he has a new life and someone who cares enough to help him overcome his issues and forget about his past. Please keep us updated on your progress with him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tycos_mom Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 That story brought tears to my eyes. I also adopted a abused, neglected African Grey about a year and a half ago. It trully is amazing how these birds bounce back with love and patients. I have 3 birds that where rescues from horrable curcumstances and by far it has taken Tyco my Grey the longest to accept me and learn to trust again but it definatly has been worth the journey and I wouldn't give her up for anything. I am so happy there are people in this like you that can bring a bird into there home and show them that all humans are not cruel and heartless good for you and for Louie also I would love to see some pictures when you get a chance. he sounds like a wonderful bird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaceyGrey Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Bless You! It is so painful to read about his terrifying past but heartwarming to know he is safe/happy now! Thank you also for your efforts with chinchillas! Looking forward to hearing more stories of Louie's newfound life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Hi LouiesDad what a sad beginning but what a wonderful ending to Louis' travels. Karma to you for giving Louie such a loving forever home. I can't wait to see some pictures of this wonderful grey. I wonder if Louie can help me balance my checkbook, he certainly is much better with money than I am!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
she Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 It always amazes me how animals of all types still have enough love in them to trust again after they have been so badley treated .We humans would do well to emulate them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarolandFamily Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 What a wonderful story you are a GREAT dad! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casper Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Your story has touched me so much! I am so pleased that Louie has found someone as loving and caring as you to give him the life he deserves! Thankyou so much for having a big heart, just imagine what the rest of his life could have been like if you hadnt come along and rescued him. He obviously has a lot of trust with you and you have made such wonderful progress. Cant wait to hear more about you both. Caroline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raposa Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Wow, Louie is lucky you came into his life!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetFX Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Wow, what agreat story. You 2 were meant to be together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louiesdad Posted March 19, 2009 Author Share Posted March 19, 2009 thank you everyone, yes louie is my baby, and he will never ever need for anything, and he knows that, and within the next couple of months we will be adopting another cag from the rescue where louie came from, another bird that has had a rough life, but he to will get a second chance at a life filled with only positive and good things, as far as pics i will get some posted soon as well as a video of my little tax accountant B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhorje Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 What a great story. It would make a good movie. BTW isn't it a bit too late for your grey to sleep at 11pm? Mine goes to bed at 8:30pm latest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timnehmommi Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Welcome! Thank you for sharing your touching story! I look forward to hearing much more about Louie! Bless you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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