Dec 8, 2013 17:30:59 GMT
tracyg
Brand New Budgie
sad day R.I.P little Finn <3
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Post by tracyg on Dec 10, 2013 9:23:22 GMT
ok so obviously my first thought was the vets. But I cant go till tonight SO PLEASE help me with advice and tell me what has happened to my poor Finn! He is a baby. Ive had him since Sunday. I have followed all th advice and thread tips and not (I hope) done anything wrong. This morning as I was getting ready I thought id quickly change the newspapers at the bottom of the cage as Finn has spent most of his time down on the base and don't want him getting all pooey. I assumed this was because he was a baby and struggled to fly up to the perches... But after id changed his papers, he started 'squeeking' and 'lost' his legs!!!!! He just couldn't stand!!!! Whats wrong with my little boy?!?! I feel totally helpless because he sounded just awful. And my 3 year old was watching I had to remove him from the room. When I came back Finn was sitting on the base again quiety. And his wee friend Jakey boy was by his side (grooming him I think) I have no choice but to wait till after work for the vets. Can someone please tell me whats going to happen. Because id rather be prepared. And I need to know If I should be finding childcare for my 3 year old as I really don't want him knowing any of this if its going to end badly. I feel horrible having to leave the boys in the house alone today. Cant stop thinking what the hells going on at home!!!!
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Dec 7, 2013 22:14:51 GMT
kristy
Brand New Budgie
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Post by kristy on Dec 10, 2013 9:44:32 GMT
Oh so sorry bout Finn I'm no expert but could he have been in a fight with his friend? For now all you can do is try keep him warm & comfortable, I know it's scary bit try not worry to much till you know what's happening I think vets can deal with most leg probs especially when caught early. I really hope it's not serious for your little guy.
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Dec 8, 2013 17:30:59 GMT
tracyg
Brand New Budgie
sad day R.I.P little Finn <3
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Post by tracyg on Dec 10, 2013 9:56:53 GMT
I gave up on my plans for today to tend to him. got home. and I cannot believe it. hes died at some point in the last hour. im honestly heart broken. ive only been a budgie owner for 3 days and I am crying like a complete fool. I cleaned the base of the cage daily. I didn't push them as regards handling. my 3 yr old has been so quiet for them settling in. ive changed the water daily. they have the right foods. fresh food in the morning. what did I do wrong?! Jakey boy is sitting so quiet now as if to say... 'im lost!' if anything happens to him I don't know what ill do ive asked my husband to contact the breeder to tell him. Just so he is aware. I just feel guilty. Ive only had him 3 days!!!!
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Dec 7, 2013 22:14:51 GMT
kristy
Brand New Budgie
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Post by kristy on Dec 10, 2013 10:08:02 GMT
Aww I am truly sorry that this has happened, pls don't feel guilty birds are such fragile creatures & lots of things can happen. It sounds like you've done everything possible for him, YOU have NOT done anything wrong. Please just give his friend lots of love & attention as he'll be missing his buddy at the moment, I'd suggest taking Jake to the vet for a check up just incase Finn had something contagious bcs 90% of the time birds hide the fact that they are unwell so by the time you can actually see it it's to late. Once again I'm so sorry for your loss
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Post by starlingqueen on Dec 10, 2013 10:15:32 GMT
It's my guess that the little baby was ill before you got him. There isn't anything you could have done that could have killed him so quickly, apart from feeding him poison. I would take him back to the breeder and he should offer you another bird. Please don't blame yourself, you did everything right, these things happen sometimes, there is nothing anyone could have done.
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Post by ffiscool on Dec 10, 2013 10:32:07 GMT
I am so sorry.. that is so sad and very unlucky.. and not something anyone would expect so soon.
it is not your fault - definitely Finn must have been ill... hoefully whatever it is - Jake hasnt got either. Did the breeder have a lot of budgies available? but yes, you do need to tell them in case there is sickness.
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Post by budgiefriend on Dec 10, 2013 10:59:22 GMT
Rest in Peace, sweet baby Finn. You filled his short life with love and good care. That's what he deserved most. He left you much too soon. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Post by mizloco on Dec 10, 2013 13:38:39 GMT
I'm so sorry as already said he must have been sick. Would be a good idea to get Jake checked out. RIP little Finn.
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Dec 8, 2013 17:30:59 GMT
tracyg
Brand New Budgie
sad day R.I.P little Finn <3
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Post by tracyg on Dec 10, 2013 13:56:01 GMT
Well I called the breeder and hes offered a replacement so my husband will probably do that tonight. Jake seems fine now. He was a little shocked I think but hes up on his perch quite the thing now. Ive been out for a walk as I needed to take my mind off it. The whole thing was quite an 'experience'! Back to normal life tomorrow though so fingers crossed nothing happens to Jakey or the newbie when ever they arrive! My 3 yr old is devastated too. Doesn't quite understand fully that when I say Finns gone...hes actually gone. Its mad how the smallest of creatures can capture your heart! And in such a short space of time!
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Post by budgiefriend on Dec 10, 2013 14:04:25 GMT
Finn will always be in your heart. But I am happy that Jake will have a new friend, and you and your family will have another little budgie to love. Hugs to all of you.
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Post by OP on Dec 10, 2013 14:59:51 GMT
If I may give a word of caution. If at all possible when you do get your new budgie keep it separate like the experts on here advise. I am thinking that if in the worst case scenario, Jake or the new budgie have some illness, you won't be spreading it between them. There are a number of posts about the quarantine of new budgies that will probably explain better than I can. I would hate to see posts from you saying it has happened again. So please have a read up on it.
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Post by starlingqueen on Dec 10, 2013 15:19:46 GMT
If I may give a word of caution. If at all possible when you do get your new budgie keep it separate like the experts on here advise. I am thinking that if in the worst case scenario, Jake or the new budgie have some illness, you won't be spreading it between them. There are a number of posts about the quarantine of new budgies that will probably explain better than I can. I would hate to see posts from you saying it has happened again. So please have a read up on it. If they are from the same aviary and there is a problem with their health, quarantine would not make a lot of difference in my opinion. There are many reasons why he could have died. One being stress from being moved to a new home. I had one die at my feet the day after bringing him home. Some birds are timid and just don't cope well with change. Another reason could be a congenital abnormality.
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Dec 8, 2013 17:30:59 GMT
tracyg
Brand New Budgie
sad day R.I.P little Finn <3
Posts: 35
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Post by tracyg on Dec 10, 2013 16:23:38 GMT
I feel really blessed theres people that are being so understanding. I told a friend today who didn't really get why I was so upset! Thank you for all your kind words, and of course advice. I will be doing lots more reading tonight on the threads required!
I really hope its not illness because if Jake gets poorly too ill be really really gutted and to be honest may not want to continue the idea of being a budgie owner. I don't want to be a drama queen but the noise that wee Finny boy made today was just terrible. I do not want to hear that again.
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Post by ffiscool on Dec 10, 2013 16:35:37 GMT
I don't think non pet/bird owners do understand.. If they only knew what joy they could bring.
Did the breeder comment on Finn's passing as to what they thought might have caused it?
Being a breeder,they should obviously be more aware of what will cause the issues,and I would like to think there were no obvious signs of illness when he sold Finn to you, and as starlingqueen said, it could well have been congenital, in which case, did/do the parents have any known issues..
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Nov 6, 2013 21:54:51 GMT
tinker
Normal Violet
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Post by tinker on Dec 10, 2013 17:35:28 GMT
Don't give up on the budgies! They bring so much joy and you have just had really bad luck. There are many reasons he could have died, and it is harder for a person new to budgies to see the signs of illness. It could be the the breeders aviary has a virus going around. Maybe take the one you have to the vet for a full checkup and blood work up? If you have bad luck with these new ones try a different breeder.
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