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Post by tonydi57 on Oct 22, 2017 15:53:17 GMT -5
I have a Quaker, about 14 yrs. old, to me. I got this Quaker from someone, so I'm not really sure how old it is, whether it's male or female. It started molting. The molt is lasting forever. I noticed Buzz, the bird's name, is consuming more food than usual. 2 days ago I noticed what looks like a huge lump/tumor, just above the vent/anus. I was told by someone who works at the Zoo to be on the lookout for eggs. I asked if that's possible, considering Buzz' age, but received no reply. Is it possible? Buzz is getting huge and no egg. Buzz seems to be himself, otherwise, talking, etc. But I'm a wreck. How can I get the eggs to pass if Buzz is eggbound? We don't have an Avian Vet local. I don't want to lose Buzz. Can someone help me, please.
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Post by easttex on Oct 22, 2017 16:50:08 GMT -5
Buzz's age is no deterrent, but an egg-bound bird will generally look pretty miserable. If Buzz is behaving normally, not staying at the bottom of the cage, for example, it's probably not that. If you can, try wrapping him(?) in a towel and gently turn him upside down where you can take a good look at his vent. If you still think there might be a chance it's an egg, you can try putting - let's just say "her", in a warm, steamy room, and place her in a shallow bath. Warm water. Or on a warm, wet towel. Some people will say to massage the area, but you have to be careful not to break the egg.
You really need to find a vet, whatever the lump is. I don't have an avian vet in my area, but do have one within 50 miles who is very experienced with birds.
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