Bird friends we've lost
Losing birds to old age or illness is the sad side of working with these splendid feathered friends, but we are committed to seeing them all through the good times and the tough times.
Here we'll aim to honor and remember those we've lost.
Here we'll aim to honor and remember those we've lost.
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Daisy - Indian Ringneck Parakeet
Unknown date to August 11, 2024 Memorial coming soon. Posting Daisy's picture and profile in the meantime. Daisy is one of our extra-special Nesters who battles neurological issues with grace and sass. Due to Daisy's issues, her routine is supplemented with twice-daily syringe feedings and two medications. She also enjoys snacking on pellets, cuddling up in soft blankets, and chirping to other birds nearby. Daisy gets weighed daily to help monitor her health and sees her vet often. We're so glad to help Daisy live a happy little life in spite of her conditions. |
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Newton - King Parrot
Memorial coming soon. Posting Newton's picture and profile in the meantime. Newton is shy little cutie. They love Nutriberries and have come a long way since they were rescued back in 2010. While we don't know their age or gender, we do know they like calm and quiet, and a sense of security. A regular routine has given them the ability to flourish and become more trusting. |
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Ebony - Umbrella Cockatoo
Memorial coming soon. Posting Ebony's picture and profile in the meantime. Ebony is a girl we keep a close eye on as she struggles with those dang hormones. Just being on a high perch can put Ebony into prolapse mode, so her vent is checked daily and sometimes a cool shower is needed. She also needs a couple of different medications to keep her well. (We stopped letting her read Harlequin romance novels too.) |
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Rusty - Moluccan/ Umbrella Cockatoo
Unknown date to June 19, 2023 We lost Rusty on June 19, 2023. His memorial write-up is a work in progress. Placing his photo and parrot profile here in the meantime. Rusty is a bit of a mystery chicken in that we don't know their age or gender. We do 100% know that Rusty is a certifiable escape artist. And once Rusty is out...hide your lamps, hide your baseboards, hide your everything! That beak is strong! But is Rusty also a total sweetpea? Yep. Rusty is another WPR rescue and very prone to prolapse. Through meds, close monitoring, plenty of play time, and excellent medical care, we show our love to Rusty. |
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Monty - Princess of Wales Parakeet
Unknown date to April 2023 We lost Monty in April 2023. His memorial write-up is a work in progress. Placing his photo and parrot profile here in the meantime. We can't say enough nice things about Monty. Look at that face! Like Casey, Monty spent many years charming tourists at the Bloedel Conservatory. We suspect that this is where he fell madly in love with Casey. Monty isn't going to let something like being another species, or being a lot smaller, get in the way of his adoration of his best girl. The only thing he might love more is millet. Monty is about 30 years old and battles both enteritis and heart disease. He takes meds for both issues and lives in an adapted cage to prevent injury. |
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Ari - Kakariki
Unknown date to March 2023 We lost Ari in March 2023. Her memorial write-up is a work in progress. Placing her photo and parrot profile here in the meantime. Feisty little Ari is about 10 years of age. Ari is a bit unsteady on their feet due to a poorly healed sprain. Due to these mobility issues, Ari lives in an adapted cage to reduce the chances of a stumble or fall. Ari is given two types of medications daily. Ari doesn't let their issues dampen their spirits, and will fiercely defend their food and water dishes at cleaning time. |
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