Coelle
Strolling the yard
- Joined
- 1/3/18
- Messages
- 130
- Real Name
- Nicole
Hi all, it’s been a little while since I’ve posted here but I have a bunch of updates.
First is that Nibbler and I have moved to the UK. We’ve been here almost a year now, which is kind of crazy to think, but we are settling in well.
Second is that after much debate and sadness I decided to rehome my two lovey budgies Pip and Avo to a new amazing forever home. They are very much “bird birds” if that makes sense and don’t really want much to do with people. With the big move across the world I made the hard choice to rehome them to a friend who already had a nice avairy and bigger flock of budgies. I just felt like it was the best choice for them but it was so hard to say goodbye. Thankfully they are doing really well in their new home and have made new friends.
Lastly, and what is the main reason for this post, is that my boyfriend and I decided to welcome a new baby cockatiel into our little family. We were worried that Nibbler was a bit lonely at times even though we spend almost all day with him just because he didn’t have bird friends anymore. So we welcomed a beautiful little white faced baby.
Unfortunately that is where the good news stops. We got Cleo from an insanely sketchy “breeder” and all the red flags and warnings that you should look out for when you get a new pet we’re there. I won’t go too much into it but basically the birds were filthy and he was giving us information I know to be false (like it was a sure thing Nibbler would like her). All of these things I saw and I knew but I couldn’t help it. Cleo was so sweet and she seemed alert so I thought maybe she’s just really dirty but in decent health. Part of me feels so stupid for ignoring my gut but then this poor little baby would still be in that situation.
Everything seemed fine at first, she was eating and drinking a lot and was active, calling to Nibbler etc. But then she went down hill fast. This past weekend she became noticeably sick and lethargic and I was worried that she wouldn’t make it through the weekend. All the avian vets were closed in our area so we had to wait for Monday, this was the worst weekend of my life. We called a bunch of emergency vets but none would take birds. All we could do was wait and hope.
She started doing a tiny bit better, seemly having more energy and perching. We finally got to see the vet today and the news is not great. She’s extremely malnourished and under weight. On top of that her body temperature is too low. The vet has given us a bunch of things we are now doing for her and we go back on Thursday but we’ve been told it’s 50/50 on wether she makes it.
I feel so heartbroken and responsible. I know we didn’t cause the malnutrition as we’ve only had her 2 days but I just feel like I should be able to do more for her. We’ve cranked the heat up in the house to keep her warm (the flat is now like an actual sauna) but I just wish I could fix this. She’s eating like a champ and we have some supplements that the vet gave us to sprinkle on for her but I’m worried, I’m sad. This was suppose to be a happy new adventure not heartbreaking.
I guess I’m posting this as a way to cope, to share my feelings and maybe hear for others who have had similar situations.
I’m not religious but please send any good vibes you can to Cleo. I think she’s strong and a fighter and I’m going to do everything in my power to help this poor baby but she needs all the positive thoughts and prayers she can get. I have no idea what this bird has been through before she came to us but she’s safe now and we love her and I promise her she will never be neglected ever again.
Sorry for the novel of a post I just need some support right now from this amazing community and to express how I’m feeling in a safe place.
First is that Nibbler and I have moved to the UK. We’ve been here almost a year now, which is kind of crazy to think, but we are settling in well.
Second is that after much debate and sadness I decided to rehome my two lovey budgies Pip and Avo to a new amazing forever home. They are very much “bird birds” if that makes sense and don’t really want much to do with people. With the big move across the world I made the hard choice to rehome them to a friend who already had a nice avairy and bigger flock of budgies. I just felt like it was the best choice for them but it was so hard to say goodbye. Thankfully they are doing really well in their new home and have made new friends.
Lastly, and what is the main reason for this post, is that my boyfriend and I decided to welcome a new baby cockatiel into our little family. We were worried that Nibbler was a bit lonely at times even though we spend almost all day with him just because he didn’t have bird friends anymore. So we welcomed a beautiful little white faced baby.
Unfortunately that is where the good news stops. We got Cleo from an insanely sketchy “breeder” and all the red flags and warnings that you should look out for when you get a new pet we’re there. I won’t go too much into it but basically the birds were filthy and he was giving us information I know to be false (like it was a sure thing Nibbler would like her). All of these things I saw and I knew but I couldn’t help it. Cleo was so sweet and she seemed alert so I thought maybe she’s just really dirty but in decent health. Part of me feels so stupid for ignoring my gut but then this poor little baby would still be in that situation.
Everything seemed fine at first, she was eating and drinking a lot and was active, calling to Nibbler etc. But then she went down hill fast. This past weekend she became noticeably sick and lethargic and I was worried that she wouldn’t make it through the weekend. All the avian vets were closed in our area so we had to wait for Monday, this was the worst weekend of my life. We called a bunch of emergency vets but none would take birds. All we could do was wait and hope.
She started doing a tiny bit better, seemly having more energy and perching. We finally got to see the vet today and the news is not great. She’s extremely malnourished and under weight. On top of that her body temperature is too low. The vet has given us a bunch of things we are now doing for her and we go back on Thursday but we’ve been told it’s 50/50 on wether she makes it.
I feel so heartbroken and responsible. I know we didn’t cause the malnutrition as we’ve only had her 2 days but I just feel like I should be able to do more for her. We’ve cranked the heat up in the house to keep her warm (the flat is now like an actual sauna) but I just wish I could fix this. She’s eating like a champ and we have some supplements that the vet gave us to sprinkle on for her but I’m worried, I’m sad. This was suppose to be a happy new adventure not heartbreaking.
I guess I’m posting this as a way to cope, to share my feelings and maybe hear for others who have had similar situations.
I’m not religious but please send any good vibes you can to Cleo. I think she’s strong and a fighter and I’m going to do everything in my power to help this poor baby but she needs all the positive thoughts and prayers she can get. I have no idea what this bird has been through before she came to us but she’s safe now and we love her and I promise her she will never be neglected ever again.
Sorry for the novel of a post I just need some support right now from this amazing community and to express how I’m feeling in a safe place.
That is a sweet little baby and I’m happy that she has a better home, even if things don’t turn out as we all hope they will, at least her time now is in a place where she is loved and cared for. 
Putting out all of the positive vibes that she pulls through and has a happily ever after. Keep us updated!
Prayers up
