Large crop?

[hnb]

Joey's crop seems oddly filled today. I felt it and it it's not super hard, kinda like a water balloon? I can't tell if there's air in it?

I'm probably over reacting :25: at least I hope I am.

To be fair, he had probably too much apple juice tonight... I went grocery shopping and got him lots of new fruits and some veggies he was tasting while I was cutting them up. And I bought some not-from-concentrate organic apple juice and he loves it, so it was a special treat. Should I be worried?

But it is rather large I think...

 

[SilverSage]

Could you share a picture? If his crop is soft it's probably fine.


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[hnb]

He's definitely pulling air into it. He then regurgitates and it empties a bit. (he regurgitates a lot, not concerned about that, I think he's hormonal)
I'll take a pic right now!

 

[hnb]

Is there a way to post a video? I just put him in his cage for bed and when he got upset he was going home he sucked air into I think? More on the left side? (My left, his right).

ETA: Here's the video, I don't think he's really doing it here? Just being hormonal? He does this often
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Here's some pics:

 

[plumsmum2005]

You have a truly gorgeous boy, he is lovely!

 

[SailBoat]

There is some body language indications of being hormonal. The Video length really isn't long enough fully confirm. Not asking for more, but you should keep an eye on body language and be careful not to handle sensitive areas. Also, check sleeping patterns to assure that your MAC is getting enough sleep. Mushy warm foods can also be problematic.

There is an aliment that can cause the ballooning of that area. The mind is not bring the name to the surface, sorry. But, if you do not see that area becoming normal in size and shape, please contact you CAV (Certified Avian Vet) tomorrow morning.

 

[hnb]

Thank you! It's much better this morning I think I got overly worried. I'm having trouble getting him to sleep long enough. He wakes up well before me and in the middle of the night. I usually put him down at 9pm and today he woke up at 4am, as per usual. I'll leave him in the cage until 8 hoping he goes back down but he repetitively says "hello?" and bangs his toys till I let him out

 

[plumsmum2005]

Thank you! It's much better this morning I think I got overly worried. I'm having trouble getting him to sleep long enough. He wakes up well before me and in the middle of the night. I usually put him down at 9pm and today he woke up at 4am, as per usual. I'll leave him in the cage until 8 hoping he goes back down but he repetitively says "hello?" and bangs his toys till I let him out

One up! All up! Suggestion - Ear buds!

Is he hungry at 4am? Some food might settle him a bit longer?

 

[hnb]

Hahah, I'm pretty good at sounding it out and getting back to sleep. I'm just never sure how to get him to sleep longer. I've tried covering the cage but I think that makes him anxious and he ends up doing the same things, however I can try doing that again. He's also becoming more vocal. Twice today when I've left the room he's squaked. He squaked like 4 times total the first 3 weeks he was home, it's become more frequent now while I'm away apparently (my parents told me). Luckily, I don't mind the noise and expected this from a macaw. But I don't know if I'm doing something wrong? He has fresh fruits and veggies in his bowl, pellets, and water with chamomille tea always. I switch the veggies and fruits twice a day. I can try making him some birdie bread for the night time?

Thank you all very much. He's still so new to me so I'm never sure what's his personality and what is a possible concern, if that makes sense

 

[plumsmum2005]

Perhaps it is just seeking some reassurance and familiarity. If you go see him maybe put something fresh eat/drink in his cage, talk to and settle him you may get those precious few more hours. There are even choices like turn the radio on for him. He has been with you a very short time.

Hopefully it will lessen in time.

 

[hnb]

I will totally try that! I have a mini fridge upstairs with all of his cut up fruits and veggies, so it's no problem to wake up and change them. Plus, I really do not mind anything he does, nor do my parents, it's just a matter of wanting him to be comfortable and happy He's the boss!

 

[LordTriggs]

have you tried a sleep cage for him? Naturally won't be an overnight change but some people use them and it does help their parrots know it's time for bed, no toys or distractions, just a perch or 2 with food and water

He's beautiful!

 

[hnb]

I tried covering his cage last night and putting him to sleep at 8, and I didn't hear anything until 7am! Progress. Still a bit moody and very hormonal, but I think if I stay consistent with this I'll see some progress