My beloved Quaker is gone :(

[BirdLvrNE]

My best friend and little buddy Whirly just passed away. He was a beautiful blue Quaker, and he was 16 years old. I loved him so very much. I cannot stop crying. I still don't understand what happened. It all happened so quickly. He started showing signs of illness Sunday, and I couldn't get him into the vet until this afternoon. The vet said it was most likely respiratory and that he was indeed very sick. He gave him an antibiotic shot and sent me home with some treated drinking water for him, and told me to keep using the UVB lamp. By the time we got home, I put him back in his cage, and he just laid down on the cage floor and went to sleep. I guess I just came here to find others that can relate to how deep the love for a bird can be. I will miss him so terribly.

 

[Laurasea]

well you came to the right place. I'm so sorry for your loss, I know how painful it is. You took action and tried to save him .

I only wish birds didn't evolve to hide signs of illness. If only we could know sooner how bad they felt we could help them.

My deepest love is a missing blue quaker. So I'm even more connected to your loss of Whirly.

 

[mboundy]

I am so sorry for your loss. Not many non bird owners can understand the depth of feelings and the bond that develops.

I lost my conure, Lego, 3 years ago. I still feel the loss, but can look at pictures and videos without breaking down.

Cherish the memories you two shared. I believe their love continues.

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[wrench13]

I am so very sad to hear of this, you have my sympathy. Our parrots do certainly occupy special places in our hearts, and when they leave they leave a disproportionally large hole, in comparison to their size.

 

[cnyguy]

So sorry for the loss of your Quaker parrot. Many of us here have had similar experiences and know how heartbreaking it is to lose a much-loved companion parrot. I'm sure you have lots of good memories of Whirly, and in time, they will be a comfort to you. Whirly will always be with you, in your heart and in your thoughts.

 

[Scott]

My deepest condolences for your loss of beloved Whirly. I hope in time his wonderful memories outshine sadness and despair.

 

[Flboy]

I am so sorry for the loss of Whirly!

 

[Terry57]

I'm so very sorry for your loss of Whirly. They take such a huge piece of our hearts when they go, and my heart hurts for you.

 

[Ivan.Vanca]

I am very sorry to read that. What was your bird suffering from?

 

[BirdLvrNE]

Ivan.Vanca, the vet wasn't sure what he was suffering from unfortunately. Just that it was respiratory.

 

[BirdLvrNE]

I cannot thank you all enough for your kind words and sympathy! It means the world to me. I had a horrible night of sleep. Every time I'd wake up, I'd think of Whirly and what had happened and I was absolutely crushed all over again. The guilt has set in too. All the "what if's" are driving me crazy, especially that I should have gotten him to a vet on Sunday when he first started showing signs of illness. But then again, I had a hard enough time finding someone yesterday that would take a look at him - avian vets are few and far between. And I worry so about my sweet green cheek conure Petri - he was in a cage right next to Whirly, and I pray he doesn't get sick too.

 

[SailBoat]

Passing of a Feathered Friend
Provided By: Steven (SailBoat), November 2016 (Amazon Forum: I Love Amazons - ... Thread)

“All of us feel such deep sadness when our Parrot friends die, and because they are Animals and not Humans, we are at a loss for words. Often, it is only other Parrot owners who can understand the depth of the loss that we feel with this complex, loyal, and loving creature. Resulting from such a loss, I have placed feelings and emotions into words and found verse to console the loss of my Cleo and since her, other sweet Amazons, in turn; I hope it will speak for all of you.” - Steven


You left this world so quickly. I can hardly comprehend your leaving. Yet there, in my hands, your still body rested — no longer your home. So much I have learned, so much you have taught, your purpose a full measure beyond your size. Comprehensions of your loss still a mist but yet, I know you are whole and happy -- now beyond Rainbow Bridge. And so busy you must be upon your green wings, guiding angles to those of us yet to cross. With in my ear, I still hear you, those special sweet sounds of comfort and contentment:

“Do not stand by my grave and weep my friend.
I am not here. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glint on snow.
I am the gentle summer rain.
When you wake in the morning hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry my friend.
I am not there. I did not die.”

My pray for you my beloved feathered friend:

“May your body nourish this earth.
May your soul find release and contentment.
May you fly high and free upon wings of spirit.
Rest in peace little green one.”

The love and tender warmth of you is a un-full-fill-able void.
I do so much thank-you for creating a space for another, a special place next to yours’.

In remembrance of Cleo, (Estimated) Spring 1959 - May 2003

 

[BirdLvrNE]

So touching Sailboat! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful and touching words! :smile015:

 

[Piasa]

Quakers are special. I am so sorry your little Whirly has gone. 16 years is a long time to share your life with someone. I can only imagine what he means to you. You were with him though at the end, and they know when we fight for them, and they know our love.

Love Petri every day. Be vigilant, but remember to be happy too. Birds can share illnesses, but it doesn't happen all the time. Love makes them strong. I hope every day you heal a little more, and you can think of Whirly and all of the wonderful times and just smile.

 

[BirdLvrNE]

Thank you so much Piasa!