I was just was on MSN with her as he went downhill and passed away; he had some respiratory infection and the regular avian vets were closed but she got him to another one and was given a 50/50 chance. Pretty was started on antibiotics but he died in her lap with me howling. Lovey will give an official notice of Pretty's passing, like she said, he was supposed to live much, much longer! And poor Lovey is doing some work related function just minutes after Pretty's passing, I told her to cancel but she can't. Prayers to you and your family Lovey. Beautiful Pretty.

Oh no........... Oh Elly, I'm so so so sad to read this. :P I am terribly shock that this has happened. He was way too young to go.... little Pretty.

 

hugsand prayers to you and your family.

She loved her guys so much and took such good care of them, life is not fair at times.

yeah I know.. She is such a good mommy to them both... I just can't believe that this has happened! it is definitely not fair.

How absolutely devastating for Elly !! I cannot truly believe "our Pretty" has gone. I also was on msn talking with her, but this is such a shock that it actually happened. It has rocked my very foundations today. Pretty was invincible ( I thought ). None of this is fair in the scheme of life. None of it. And a second loss for Elly in just a few weeks after Brandy's passing.

Elly, You know how I feel for you and what has happened. I wished I could just run down the road and find you and hug you and help you through this But the distance in miles wouldnt let me.

All my Love Karen :angel1:

Elly I am so sorry to hear this.. All my best.

I still cannot believe it as it was so sudden. Elly took Pretty to the vet right away so that is why we tell all those people with ill birds to take them to the vet right away as well, their little lungs are so delicate and antibiotics give them a chance unless the infection is so overwhelming that it consumes them. When I had my Rosey Bourke she suffered two bouts of pneumonia but pulled through, it was that awful tumor that killed her in the end.

Wow.... what a sad, sad thing to come home to and read!

 

I've learned a few things about avian medicine with my involvement with my avian vet (I'm interning with him now).

 

Perhaps the guy that saw Pretty was a minimalist when it comes to treating animals - Dr. Larry is for sure - so that could simply be why he didn't want to treat Merlin too. Also, when it comes to antibiotics, some drs don't like to overuse them for fear of contributing to resistance. And not being an avian vet, he very well could not know of the importance of treating resp. infections early.

 

Another thing that he might not have known is how the blood doesn't have a really good exchange deep in bird's lungs, particularly in parakeet sized ones. When an infection gets really deep in the resp. system, getting antibiotics to it through the blood stream isn't the most effective way to do it. Inhalation works better, but even then the passageways are so tiny that the medicine molecules can have a tough time getting deep in there where they're needed, particularly if the lungs are inflamed with a lot of congestion.

 

I learn SO much from my vet its amazing! Its really sad that Pretty was too sick to benefit from the care he did get. He surely didn't die from lack of care or love....

 

I'm so sorry that he didn't make it.

Oh no, i am so so sorry Elly. Pretty was such a special budgie to everyone here on the forum. You did everything you possibly could've for him. RIP Pretty.

Elly, what can i say...

 

I remember when you got the cutest, lil pied baby. And we all commented you on your amazing pick! And when you wanted to change his name becuase you found out he was a baby boy He was such a spoiled lil birdy, and you honestly did, so everything to give him the best life You did nothing wrong, and i would have loved to be Pretty if i were a bird. You showed him what love is, and he passed away knowing he was loved by many. Meaning you, Merlin, your family, and everyone on this forum! He was a great lil boy, and i hope you will think of happy, or funny times you shared with him

 

Hope you have a nice rest of the day, and take a ncie bath tonight... just remember to think of happy times!

 

Kirbs

OMG Elly - I am so shocked and sorry to hear this. Pretty was such a special budgie to all of us and I can't imagine how you must be feeling right now. Big hugs to you, you did the very best you could do and Pretty was so lucky to have you as a Mummy - he had the best possible life a budgie could have, and although short, I bet every single moment was treasured.

 

beautiful Pretty - You beautiful bird may you now fly free.

Oh my Goodness! This is such a shocking thing to read. Who would have thought little Pretty would pass away so soon, not with the best and most committed mother in the world. I am truly sad to read this, it is devestating news. Elly, we are all thinking about you and wishing for you in your time of need. Think how lucky Pretty was to live with you.

THE EULOGY

Look not where I was

For I am not there

My spirit is free

I am everywhere

 

In the air that you breathe

In the sounds that you hear

Don't cry for me Mom

My spirit is near

 

I'll watch for you

From the other side

I'll be the one flying

New friends by my side

 

Smile at my memory

Remember in your heart

This isn't the end

It's a brand new start

 

:rip: Pretty

 

A poem

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I feel like a member of MY family has died .............

 

Edited March 16, 200718 yr by Bubbles

:rip: That's so lovely Karen!

Oooh Karen :rip:

 

Just imagine Pretty & Little Bao flying happily together now :angel1:

What sad news.It is so hard when this happens.My sympathies to Lovey,pretty will be missed by all.Sending you (((((((hugs))))))))))

Karen what a beautiful poem,here i go crying again.

I too am sending you big hugs (((((lovey))))

I'm so very sorry for your loss. These little birds become so much a big part of your life and its totally devastating when anything happens. I hope you can find strength from the messages of support you have received from your friends on here. I know you are always there to give support to others. My thoughts are with you at this sad, sad time. ((((hugs))))

This is shocking news. I am in total disbelief. My sympathy goes out to you lovey and your family. It is such a tragic loss and I am truly sorry. Hugs to you all. He was such a special little guy who we all grew to love. He will be missed. Rip little guy its your time to fly free!! :rip:

I'm so sorry lovey. It must be very hard time for you and for Merlin too. You both lost a friend. I'm really so sorry.

Rest in Peace little Pretty :rip: :angel1:

Im so sorry Elly.

Elly a little peom to remember Him by

 

WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME,

AND I'M NOT THERE TO SEE,

THE SUN WILL RISE AND FIND YOUR EYES,

ALL FILLED WITH TEARS FOR ME

 

I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVED ME,

AS MUCH AS I LOVED YOU.

AND EACH TIME YOU THINK OF ME

I KNOW YOU'LL MISS ME TOO.

 

BUT WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOT ME,

PLEASE TRY TO UNDERSTAND,

AN ANGLE CAME AND CALLED MY NAME

AND I STEPPED UP ON HER HAND.

 

SHE SAID MY PLACE WAS READY

IN BIRD HEAVEN FAR ABOVE

BUT THAT I'D HAVE TO LEAVE BEHIND

ALL THOSE I DEARLY LOVE

 

IF I COULD RELIVE YESTERDAY

EVEN FOR A LITTLE WHILE

I'D FLY OVER AND KISS YOU

JUST TO SEE YOU SMILE

 

SO WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME

DON'T THINK WE'RE FAR APART

FOR EVERY TIME YOU THINK OF ME

I'M RIGHT THERE IN YOUR HEART.

Edited March 16, 200718 yr by Daz

Awww, Daz, that's such a sweet poem. It's made me all teary.

Those two poems from Bubbles and Daz almost made me cry :rip: . They are beautiful

Elly a little peom to remember Him by

 

WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME,

AND I'M NOT THERE TO SEE,

THE SUN WILL RISE AND FIND YOUR EYES,

ALL FILLED WITH TEARS FOR ME

 

I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVED ME,

AS MUCH AS I LOVED YOU.

AND EACH TIME YOU THINK OF ME

I KNOW YOU'LL MISS ME TOO.

 

BUT WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOT ME,

PLEASE TRY TO UNDERSTAND,

AN ANGLE CAME AND CALLED MY NAME

AND I STEPPED UP ON HER HAND.

 

SHE SAID MY PLACE WAS READY

IN BIRD HEAVEN FAR ABOVE

BUT THAT I'D HAVE TO LEAVE BEHIND

ALL THOSE I DEARLY LOVE

 

IF I COULD RELIVE YESTERDAY

EVEN FOR A LITTLE WHILE

I'D FLY OVER AND KISS YOU

JUST TO SEE YOU SMILE

 

SO WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME

DON'T THINK WE'RE FAR APART

FOR EVERY TIME YOU THINK OF ME

I'M RIGHT THERE IN YOUR HEART.

 

Very beautiful Daz...straight from the heart :angel1: