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He's at it again. Sheesh! There ain't much left and he doesn't want any encouragement to stop.

His medicine is going down, and he actually seems to like some of it. But he's a real mess.

He looks like an orange and white toy with no tail and mini-feathers.

This is DEPRESSING. I can't think of what went wrong. No one in our house has been ill for over a year. He didn't get any chills. Nothing has changed, other than some long days at work, but he comes out to play each evening.

I'll report more if I get the courage.

When will the test results be back, Kent? What is the antibiotic?

He's been on amoxicillyn and some fungus medication. And liquid Ibuprofen. Doc says he had fast growing fungus and a bacterial infection. The specific type of bacteria will be known tomorrow when all lab results are returned.

He seems a lot better. Poor guy. I'm not sure how he got sick, but he did.

Question: What does getting sick have to do with ripping all your feathers out, except for the ones you choose to bite off instead!!! Seriously, what's the link? Why self mutilation?

I feel so responsible for this, but don't know what I'd do differently. The Doc says two things for sure: Don't refill any food or water bowls unless they've first been cleaned with soap and hot water, and never give the the birdy a kiss on the beak.

Somehow, I'd like to think neither of those rules were violated or resulted in the birdy's condition, but no chances taken after this ordeal.

thx

Maybe its like when people get chicken pox, we itch. Maybe he just pulls out feathers.

He's so cute! He's got no feathers except his pantaloons, short ones on his back and wings, and on his white belly, but he's feeling better and has a ferocious appetite.

What a scare. It's somehow my fault I'll bet, but I think he's really coming back.

How many months to get the feathers back? I don't care all that much, I'm just glad to see him happier. And healthier.

That's great news Kent!

Keep us updated... The feathers seem to grow relatively quickly - he should look much better within a few months. He will be really itchy though (especially with all the feathers coming in at once) - so once he is healthy, I would spray/shower him daily and keep him occupied with toys to shred.


Kate

Kent,
I'm glad to hear he's feeling better! His feathers should be back soon. I wouldn't blame yourself too much either. Bacteria and fungus live everywhere and just like people the birds pick them up from time to time. Most often they are taken care of by the immune system but sometimes one gets a hold. It is good that you caught it and got it treated! Don't beat yourself up.

Good news Kent !!! Your going to have to become good at being a preening buddy - lots will come in at the same time. His body will respond quickly - lots of quills in no time.

Freddy

I really appreciated all the help here. My little guy is really doing better!!!!!


Now I'll just be careful watching him and see how his fedders come back in.


Thanks, all.