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Post by MangosMama on Feb 12, 2014 20:31:52 GMT
You can see her pretty clear wing in this pic before clipping.
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Post by MangosMama on Feb 12, 2014 20:34:39 GMT
By the way, pulling out bleeding feathers is the proper way to deal with them, but it must be done in a very specific way for it to be safe for the animal. I'll write more about that later. He told me they had to pull a couple on each side my poor baby
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Post by MangosMama on Feb 12, 2014 20:35:41 GMT
I should not have done this!! I feel like such a horrible bird mama I love her so much
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Post by Perla MV on Feb 12, 2014 20:40:32 GMT
Gosh no, the only thing you should not feel, is guilt you did what was supposed to be the right thing, that awful "vet" did an awful job! And that was so not your fault, darling! Poor little Mango, I'm sure she wouldn't like you to blame yourself, she only needs all the love and comfort you can give her (and also proteins ) I hope you both keep feeling better! When I saw the photo with her boody wing I literally gasped, I can't imagine how awful it must've been for her to go through all that ... Me and my babies are sending our best wishes for you both.
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Post by Pammy on Feb 13, 2014 0:43:03 GMT
Oh, the poor, beautiful darling! You are not a bad mama! Mango is lucky to have you loving her so much and caring for her well being. You two will come through this. Everyday she will be in less pain and in time, with consistent gentle and loving care from you, the horrific memory will dull. Poor baby girl. We are all here for you and Mango.
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Post by lisamarie on Feb 13, 2014 0:53:13 GMT
Oh my what did they do to her?! It isn't your fault - don't blame yourself! I'm glad she is doing better and I'm sure that she'll continue to progress!
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Post by dianapalmer on Feb 13, 2014 0:58:00 GMT
I am so sorry this happened to you and Mango. Please keep us posted on how she is doing, and don't blame yourself. You took her to a vet because you trusted that they would do a professional job. We should be able to trust vets.
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Post by luvsanimals2 on Feb 13, 2014 1:03:52 GMT
oh no
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Post by Sarah on Feb 13, 2014 1:37:40 GMT
You are so not a bad birdie mama! You did exactly the responsible thing - its only that so called veterinarian's fault!
You love Mango, and she loves you! We'll get through this, I promise.
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Post by Pammy on Feb 13, 2014 22:22:06 GMT
MangosMama, I just realized that I didn't answer your question about my little December. I got Noel & December for my Christmas presents from my hubby. We got them from Petco. December had previously been trimmed so short that she cannot fly. I don't know whether it happened at Petco or at the birdie mill she came from before that. Noel is now fully flighted, and December still cannot fly or glide at all. She is only 7 months old, and I am hoping that once she's had a full blown molt, she will regrow her flights and be able to join Kringle, Clausy & Noel in their flying adventures around our living room. Some of our fellow members here on the forum have given me hope that December will fly after her big molt. I add Mango to that hope.
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Post by violetcloud on Feb 14, 2014 9:08:43 GMT
Oh dear little mango, what a bad clip, for such a pretty bird too ! Given time they will grow back, but like Sarah said, plenty of good protein (and lots of treats !!! )
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Post by MangosMama on Feb 15, 2014 4:05:34 GMT
Thanks to you all for all of the sweet comments! Mango and I are feeling better. Mango is getting use to her flightlessness a little more now. She only fell to the floor of her cage one time today that I am aware of. The wings are healing nicely I believe. They don't look quite as sore now at least. And the best part is Mango is talking again. She was quiet for some time after this trauma and I was afraid she would never speak again. I think we may make it through this after all =)
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Post by lisamarie on Feb 15, 2014 15:42:35 GMT
I guess it's amazing how resilient these tiny birds really can be!
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Post by Perla MV on Feb 15, 2014 18:31:33 GMT
So glad to know the good news! I hope her mood and health keep improving
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Post by Sarah on Feb 15, 2014 18:33:00 GMT
Yay Mango! I've been worried! Keep us updated please! I'd love to know how she is recovering.
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