might be getting another rescue!

[coral]

So recently my father moved in who dislikes pretty much all animals. He made me give my dog away (no kill shelter) about a month ago for no valid reason except that he didnt like him. I had no say in what happened or else id choose for my father to move out. Anyways my friends mother has an african grey parrot that has plucked itself bald probably because of bordom, stress, and of course bad diet! It has a cage appropriate for a small conure or cockitiel! my pionus who is smaller has a much bigger cage! he has 1 acrlyic toy 2 perches and 2 chewed up metal food dishes.. they said they dont give him toys because he destroys them.. at that point i thought my friends mother was an idiot but i was even more suprised when i saw what it was having for dinner that day.. all seeds no pellets and cheerios is what it has in its cage all day.. for dinner that day was chicken nuggets and salty french fries from Mcdonalds. I imediattley asked what they were doing and they said they give it whatever they eat. really? then her mom told me shes trying to sell the bird.. of course being who i am im prepared to pay the ridicoulous price she wants for this poor thing. she wants $700 but im going to try to talk her down because he needs a new cage, toys and an immediate trip to my avian vet who saved martys life. Hes not very tame hes a fear biter but seems very sweet hes around 4ish i think she said? anyways im planning on talking to my dad and hopefully use a guilt trip into letting me at least get this bird away from that situation and if he doesnt work out here ill find him a new home. just thought id let you guys know my newest idea Wink hopefully it works out! if not im taking toys and food over there!

[liz]

Your whole situation is rough. First having to give up your dog and now you know of a parrot in need.

It would be wonderful if she just gave it to you. They odviously don't care about it. I will keep my fingers crossed.

[coral]

it is very hard and i send people to check up on my dog constantly and call all the time the place that took him is at a mall pet shop that takes some rescue animals so a lot of people see him its just so hard to place middle aged dogs

my dad is actually giving getting this parrot a lot of thought and he said give him time to think about it and we'll talk tomorrow. he usually just says no so this is good! thanks for the support liz

[ginger]

Coral, where are you located? I am in Phoenix, AZ. If this bird is anywhere near me please let me know.

[liz]

Ginger - I love you. I was hopin the members in the forum would take active measures. I know what you are thinking and I really appreciate you.

[coral]

im around Cleveland, Ohio. your so far away! if your thinking of the calling the animal protectiong agency i already talked to someone and they told me that if it has food water and shelter they cant do much of anything.

[ginger]

Too bad it is not closer. I would love to help. Unfortunately, Ohio is one of the worst states to help with birds. There was just a huge problem with a hoarder situation in Troy, Ohio. It took over a month to resolve that mess. I'm sure sorry that it isn't closer.

[coral]

n't good at all! There was a hoarder by my friends house and she had so manycats it took forever to do something about it no matter how many calls they made

[liz]

Coral - the woman can't get $700 for a plucked malnurished bird. He probably has a lot of imotional issues too.

Next time you are there ask when was the last time it went to the vet. Ask, does he like showers (probably like Myrtle and has never had one). If your dad agrees maybe you can tell her you can only come up with half because the vet bills will be high. He probably just needs your love and care but she doesn't need to know that.

Also keep in mind that African Greys can be mean to other birds. Being a mother I have to say it, remember to wash your hands after touching it while it is in quarantine. By the way, my come back when told something I already know is "I may be crazy but I aint stupid".

[dohcsvt]

This situation sounds sad. I hope that you have the oppertunity to help. I hate to hear about any animal in a bad situation. My theory is, people can help themselves, but animals are at our mercy, I usually feel more sorry for animals than people. Best of luck.
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