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Post by kluski on Jun 7, 2016 1:45:02 GMT
So my 10yo parakeet has developed a head tilt. It breaks my heart to see him so wobbly and hunched over. I took him to the vet on Saturday who prescribed an antibiotic and anti inflammatory med to treat the two possible dx which are an inner ear infection or vestibular disease. Since it was an emergency appt, I'm not loving the dr. He didn't give us a definitive dx or how long it might last. No blood word. No X-rays.
Do you have any experience with his condition or dx? Is there any possibility of a happy ending here?
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Post by peasapie on Jun 7, 2016 2:46:58 GMT
Well my dog had a head tilt and needed that exact thing. He had an inner ear issue. He's better now. (I know zero about birds, though.)
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Post by bothmykidsrbrats on Jun 7, 2016 3:05:22 GMT
I am terrified of birds, but one of my BFFs owns an aviary, and breeds in TX. I just sent her a text, but I know she is in bed for the night. I'll let you know in the morning if she has any advice. I hope your little one is on the mend soon.
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Post by Flowergirl on Jun 7, 2016 3:32:35 GMT
I've never had the head tilt issue with my parakeets, past or present, but our last bird was on antibiotics for an infection (it was several years ago, so I can't recall the exact Dx. I'm sorry to say our bird didn't survive that illness.)
I do know what you mean about not liking the vet. Avian vets are rare in my area. When my last keet was ill, I brought him to a vet for an emergency appt with a vet that we'd never used and he was awful with the bird. I had found another who was wonderful and is only an avian vet. She was so sweet and helpful and much more caring and thorough with her exam. She's who we use now with our newest bird.
It's so hard to watch them when they're ill. They can be such fragile creatures. I hope for the best for your little one!
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Post by bothmykidsrbrats on Jun 7, 2016 5:25:38 GMT
I'm back. She was actually still up working on decorations for her son's graduation party this weekend. I'm sorry to say, she said to hope for the best, but be prepared for the worst. She agreed with your vets possible diagnoses, but said your birdie could also be masking another illness. Sadly, usually when a bird shows it's not well, it's already at the end stage of the illness, and even if you catch it early, it's hard to get them through it. She did say she has had birds bounce back from ear infections, so she's keeping her fingers crossed for you. She asked if you had a heat source like an emitter, or warm light, for him? She said they need extra warmth, and calm surroundings while they are recovering. The light needs to be where he can get to it when he wants it, and away from it when he doesn't. I've got my fingers crossed for you, as well. {Hugs}
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2016 6:22:50 GMT
Birdie vitamins and outside in the sunlight. Make sure there are no drafts.
Honestly most captive birds don't get enough sun light.
I put a drop of vitamin in a raspberry.
Check out that exotic bird site. There are answers to everything there.
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Post by kluski on Jun 7, 2016 9:02:03 GMT
Ughhh.. That's what I was afraid of. He is still very active, talking and eating despite his condition. While there isn't a draft (the AC vent closest to him is off and covered) there also is no heat source. I'll have to figure out a way to do that.
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Post by Patter on Jun 7, 2016 10:25:52 GMT
Yes, most birds mask their symptoms until it could be too late. I hope that is not the case here. Our girls have been on antibiotics once during their 7 years (they can live to 30 years), and they were fine. But that unfortunately is not always the case. I would definitely ask your question over at this avian forum. I have been a member since they created the site. Great, great place for info. Please keep us updated. forums.avianavenue.com/index.php |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2016 12:32:49 GMT
To give you a little hope....
The grouchy old woman that lives with us, pulled a leg muscle, so she was limping. To lessen how much she used her leg we started lifting her out of the palace to the top of the palace. HA! Then she started alternating the limping and it got worse when the Mac was home.
So the Mac made me take her to the vet ( I made him go with us). $600 later the gig was up. She was faking! She just didn't want to climb anymore. She is such a perch pigeon!
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Post by kluski on Jun 7, 2016 13:49:13 GMT
@megmc that is way too funny! Minus the $600 part! yikes!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2016 18:03:06 GMT
How is your perch pigeon doing today?
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Post by kluski on Jun 8, 2016 0:53:12 GMT
@megmc , first, thank you so much for asking about our boy! Sadly, I don't see any improvements. I also don't see evidence that he is eating anything other than his treat. But I guess I should be happy he is eating that. ( I enjoy comfort food when I'm sick too) He is still active and talking, but still hunched over. He seems to be spinning more and definitely startles easily with common household noises. This just stinks.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2016 0:55:09 GMT
Try to get him into sunlight... Outside is best.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2016 5:21:27 GMT
Off topic
That bird forum is scary!
I think they would send birdy protection services after us.
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Post by Patter on Jun 8, 2016 10:27:23 GMT
Off topic That bird forum is scary! I think they would send birdy protection services after us. That made me laugh but it really is a great, great site. I have had birds for 27+ years, and there are some very knowledgeable and helpful people there. Some are over the top but hey, that's on most forums isn't it?  |
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