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citygrlup
02-17-2008, 05:37 AM
If you guys remember back in the fall chloe tested positive for PBFD. She was part of the group sold out of Petsmart.

Heres an update. PS gave me 2/3 of my vet bills and have been trying to work something out with getting my friends 5 birds tested. (that has been a long painful process thought but it should happen)

The store manager has been in contact and very nice about everything. She actually took one of the sick birds home and cared for it until it passed away from PBFD. She has rescued several birds in the past. I think that is why we got as far as we did....she actually cared.

I was scared she wouldnt make it through the winter:cold BUT Chloe is doing WONDERFUL.:clap She started to lose her feathers half from plucking and her head feathers were also getting blotchy...but now she is full, plump and have the most beautiful feathers!....I never saw her with a full tail but we are getting there.:D I will take pictures and post them in the next few days.

She is flying ALLLL over and I promised I would never clip her wings again. Which is funny cause I thought clipping was a good thing. But it broke My heart when she was sick and the thought of her never learning to fly:cry:

She will not come to me unless she first wakes up and wants out of her cage. She chirps and chirps until I open her cage and let her jump in my hand and bring her down to the food dish....I think she uses me as a personal elevator:roll: :lol ...I cant figure it out. Other then that she lets me chase her around the room for 20 mins before I leave for work before she get tired and goes in her cage.(i pretend its part of our "quality time" but I know she just doesnt want to go back in her cage)

I hope everyone is doing just as good as we are. I havent been around the site in a little while(lifes been so busy)

I will try and pop in more often like I used to.

Sweetpeaches
02-17-2008, 09:30 AM
shelly,

I AM SO GLAD to hear from you! i have been wondering how things are going.
sounds like you two have been through quite a bit. so happy that chloe is doing better!! we missed you...keep in touch!

linda040899
02-17-2008, 09:46 AM
Hi Shelly and thank you for the wonderful update on Chloe!

I'm so very glad that she's doing well and that you didn't give up on her! While most birds do not survive PBFD, some do. You took a chance, didn't return her to Petsmart and that saved the life she's going to have now. Good deal! :clap:clap:clap:clap

Janie
02-17-2008, 09:52 AM
What a wonderful update, Shelly! :clap

Skritches to Chloe and to you, too! :D

wilkiecoco
02-17-2008, 10:26 AM
WOW - way to go shelly and chloe!!!!! :clap :clap You did a wonderful job saving the life of a sick bird. I'm so happy to hear how well she is doing!! Thanks for posting such a uplifting update!! :)

michael
02-17-2008, 10:40 AM
Hi Shelly and Chloe :). This is quite a special update you've taken the time to share with everyone and its very much appreciated. I think circumstances like yours and Chloes are helping to set a new standard in the level of care we all want to give our companions, especially in their most crucial time of need. We know there are many poeple who have yet to realize they can indeed manage with great morale and discipline such devastating odds even should they prove unfavorable. Most of all, we learn our love for all living things is what truly conquers all. Many prayers for Chloe and all the others affected by this horrible disease, and hugs to you for hanging in there. Please take care.

Mummieeva
02-17-2008, 04:40 PM
I am crying I am so happy. Chloe got so lucky when she picked you for a fid-mama. So glad she is a active girl and doing well.



Steph

Buy A Paper Doll
02-17-2008, 06:49 PM
Shelly, after the day I've had, I really needed some good news. Your post was perfect timing! Thanks for a wonderful update. :) :) :) :)

citygrlup
02-19-2008, 10:04 AM
thank you all for your thoughts and cheers for Chloe! These are start and finish pictures. I havent taken any pictures of her head being blotchy around christmas time.

http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0622.jpg
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0620.jpg
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0611.jpg


And today!
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0655.jpg
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0657.jpg
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0658.jpg

citygrlup
02-19-2008, 10:05 AM
thank you all for your thoughts and cheers for Chloe! These are start and finish pictures. I havent taken any pictures of her head being blotchy around christmas time.

http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0622.jpg
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0620.jpg
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0611.jpg


And today!
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0655.jpg
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0657.jpg
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l297/Citygrlup/IMG_0658.jpg

butterfly1061
02-19-2008, 10:23 AM
WOW! :omg: Shelly, Chloe looks sooooo much better :clap Thanks for the update.

linda040899
02-19-2008, 10:38 AM
Shelly,
All I can say is wow!! The power of love is just awesome!!

Z28Taxman
02-19-2008, 11:22 AM
Wow, what an improvement!!! :happy: :happy:

wilkiecoco
02-19-2008, 01:52 PM
the change in her appearance is amazing - she looks fantastic!!!! :happy:

Sweetpeaches
02-19-2008, 05:04 PM
ohh she is beautiful as ever. do you still have to give her medicine? is she healed? and if you don't mind me asking what vet did you take her to?

michael
02-20-2008, 11:19 PM
Shelly. Chloe is just beaming with so much assurance and beauty. I know if it weren't for your love and perserverance she may not be with us today. Many prayers for her and you.