|
|
Post by Dena on Feb 14, 2018 16:10:43 GMT -5
The light of my life, Bella Blue, passed away this week. Despite a lifelong healthy diet of mostly beans, fresh fruits and veggies, and organic pellets we lost her to what our vet believes was a genetically bad liver. Before she got sick she was so smart, loving, busy and sweet, and we miss her terribly already. I am in the DFW area, Texas, but would travel to a nearby state if that's what it takes to find a new, healthy baby from a reputable source. I am really wanting a new baby as soon as possible as I am struggling with the loss. But with Bella, we were able to hold and visit with her while she was being weaned and I just don't see myself having a bird shipped that I have never seen in person. Please help with any knowledge of reputable sources in my region and with any tips or advice or how I guarantee myself the best chance at a healthy bird. I am desperate for a new baby to love.
|
|
|
|
Post by rickygonzalez on Feb 14, 2018 17:57:50 GMT -5
I just got one from the pampered parrot in West Fort Worth. The owner and her assistant hand feed their birds. They really seem to love their birds. Quakers are 350 for a regular green and go up from there depending on the color mutation. I would check them out. Good luck, and keep us posted.
|
|
|
|
Post by Dena on Feb 14, 2018 18:06:11 GMT -5
I briefly spoke with her. She does not offer any health guarantee or sexing ...is that correct?
|
|
|
|
Post by rickygonzalez on Feb 14, 2018 18:39:06 GMT -5
That is correct. I and a some of my friends have bought birds from her and every one has been happy. The sexing as I'm sure you're aware you can do your own DNA test. If those two things are a deal breaker for you, I understand. If you can find a breeder in the ft.worth extra I'd like to know for future reference.
|
|
|
|
Post by cnyguy on Feb 14, 2018 20:58:46 GMT -5
Sorry for your loss. I'm sure you miss Bella very much. I am in central New York State and unfortunately don't know of any breeders near you, but wish you well in your search for a new QP.
|
|
|
|
Post by julianna on Feb 15, 2018 16:34:55 GMT -5
I am curious Ricky... how do you do your own DNA test?
|
|
|
|
Post by rickygonzalez on Feb 15, 2018 17:13:29 GMT -5
I'm sorry,I meant you can order a blood card from avian biotech. I think you guys know the rest. If you don't, you clip a toenail just short enough to get a drop of blood on the card,mail it back to the company and a few days later they tell you male or female. I think it cost about 20 dollars.
|
|
|
|
Post by julianna on Feb 18, 2018 15:23:06 GMT -5
Yikes... that would hurt... I know Oscar had one of his nails filed too short by the vet... and he had a sore foot for days after. I could tell because he would constantly lift that foot. Thanks for the info.
|
|
|
|
Post by rickygonzalez on Feb 19, 2018 1:01:19 GMT -5
Yes, they do hide their foot for a few days but I don't think it actually hurts them. (at least I sure hope not. I've done it to a few birds and have never seen sings that it does.) You can also pluck a few chest feathers but I can't bring myself to do that.
|
|
|
|
Post by Dena on Feb 20, 2018 16:24:39 GMT -5
Problem is, I would like to know the sex before I buy. I am not having any luck on my search. Empty Cage Syndrome is killing me.  |
|
|
|
Post by rickygonzalez on Feb 20, 2018 17:06:17 GMT -5
I have a friend who bought a quaker from a breeder in Weatherford. It was some years ago. I can see if my friend still has her contact info if you'd like. I don't know if she does DNA. Worth a shot I guess.
|
|
|
|
Post by Dena on Feb 20, 2018 17:11:25 GMT -5
Sure! I would appreciate that. Thank you
|
|
|
|
Post by rickygonzalez on Feb 20, 2018 17:50:17 GMT -5
I will contact her on Facebook. Will let you know. I will also see if I can find some one. Anything I can do to help with that empty cage... lol
|
|
