I'm thinking about getting another bird

[ct92404]

I really miss Buddy. I cried again a few times today. I still have to pick him up from the vet and take him home to bury him.

I went to the bird farm (where I got Buddy), and they had heard what happened. The vet had called them, and they were very understanding and said they would help me to get another bird that would be friendly and would bond to me. I can never replace Buddy, but I do want another bird. It was a lot of fun having a pet bird, and it really helped me. I have problems with depression, and Buddy was a big help for me. I know that another bird will not be the same as Buddy, but if I give it the same attention and care that I gave him, I hope I can become friends with the new bird too.

I'm pretty sure I want another parakeet. Also, I read a lot about them and I learned a lot from Buddy. I looked at other parakeets they have there, and I did see a couple that might be good. There was a baby parakeet (about 2 months old, the same age Buddy was when I got him) and it actually looked right at me and cocked its head. Like it was curious about me. I thought that was pretty neat. The other birds looked healthy and active, but none of them seemed to pay any attention to me like that. Depending on how I feel later today or tomorrow, I might go back and see it again.

I definitely do want another bird, and I did feel better going to the bird farm and looking at the parakeets. But I'm not sure if I'm quite ready. I don't want the new bird to pick up sad feelings from me because I still miss Buddy. I think animals can sense how you're feeling.

I love animals, and after Buddy and I got so close, I love birds.

 

[Birdlover11]

I think animals are the best cure for depression, it's worse to not have a bird after a one passed away as it will make you depressed as it will just remind you of the horrible incident , buddy will hate it if he saw you sad. I think another budgie will be great for you ! If you are going to use the same supplies and cage make sure to disinfect everything as the bad bacteria could be they're . I totally support you for getting another bird.

 

[Karigan]

For sure, I would give that bird another look ASAP

 

[ct92404]

I went back to the bird farm with my mom this afternoon and I looked at that parakeet again. He looked healthy, and I saw him eating from the food bowl and spray millet. He has a good appetite. He likes to climb too, I saw him climbing up the bars and on the perches. I also saw him getting on a swing. He seemed curious, but not aggressive at all with the other birds. So he may have a calm personality. Well, at this point, I'm not sure if it's a "he" or a "she" of course since it's too young to tell.

They took him out of the cage for a few minutes so I could see him. He isn't tame, but I'm sure I can tame him. Buddy wasn't tame either when I first got him...he was squawking and biting. But I was able to tame him really fast. So I'm sure that if I'm gentle and patient, I'd be able to tame this bird too. I pet him on his head while the lady was holding him (she was restraining him), and he didn't freak out. I put my finger by his beak, and of course he bit me. But I was expecting that, and so it didn't bother me. Buddy did exactly the same thing. I know the bird was just scared. I have no idea what kind of personality it has yet except that it does seem to be curious.

I'm planning to go back there on Sunday to make my decision. They said they would hold him for me until then. If the parakeet still looks healthy and curious like he did today, I'll get him. I'm going to get everything new...a new cage, food bowls, etc. I don't want to use any of Buddy's old stuff.

Another good thing is that it's a different color than Buddy. I didn't want another bird that looked like Buddy, I couldn't handle that. This one is kind of a blue-green or aqua color. He is a really neat looking bird, but of course it's more important to me that he is healthy and friendly.

I went back to the vet and got Buddy to take him home. A little while ago, I buried him in the backyard. I had a little memorial for him with my mom. I buried him with the toy ball he loved playing with, and I also had my laptop computer and played a song he loved to hear and chirp along with..."Ain't No Mountain High Enough." It was his favorite song. I cried hysterically, but I thanked Buddy for trusting me and being such a good little friend, and I told him that I loved him. I do believe animals have a spirit, and so I hope wherever he is, he is happy and at peace. He was a good little birdie, and an amazing friend.

I talked with the vet in his office today, and he was very apologetic about what happened, and said that he couldn't sleep last night. He said they had a staff meeting this morning and he made a lot of changes...one is that techs will no longer give shots. It also sounds like he fired both of the ones who were responsible for Buddy's death, or put them on some kind of probation. He also said again that he wants to make things right. I'm going to ask him for an amount for damages, but we're going to talk to him about that on Sunday morning. Simply buying me a new bird is NOT enough of course, and he said he realizes that. I'm not looking to make a ton of money from this. I just want a comfortable amount so that I can get the new bird everything it needs...food, toys, avian vet care, etc. My mom said I should get something for all the emotional distress and all the time I spent training and bonding with Buddy. That is true, and we're going to talk about a fair amount.

I want to get this new bird everything it needs, so it will have a great start. I can't replace Buddy, and I miss him. But maybe another birdie friend will help.

 

[Birdlover11]

I think it's nice that the vet apologized, I hope the man was fired, if he can kill a bird by overdosage I dont think he should be in vetinary practice at all. So happy you getting a bird .

 

[MonicaMc]

So sorry to hear you lost Buddy! Worse yet, it was something that could have been prevented!!!! *hugs to you*

I know another little budgie wont replace Buddy, but I hope you find one that can bring you as much joy as Buddy did!

 

[kc_y0]

Your bird will never be a replacement, but another new friend to help you cope with the loss.

I am glad that the vet is taking responsibility for this, even though it was the tech's fault! He should definitely, at the very least, set you up with a nice new cage, and toys, and some feed, plus a free vet check.

 

[Karigan]

I'm glad to hear the vet has honour. Despite the damage his techs did, I respect him for wanting to make it right. I hope everything goes well for you