Blood in her poo

carrie · Post by **carrie** » Tue Sep 05, 2006 10:51 pm

Scared the sh.. out of me on the weekend when I got home from shopping and noticed that Atticus had done about 3 poos with blood in them. And it wasn't mixed up in the poo - there was big blobs of it. Rang the vet straight away (thank goodness they're open on sundays) and rushed her off with sample on newspaper in hand. Well my usual vet Adrian wasn't there so another vet examined her and said because the blood was so distinct that it was either a damaged cloaca or lower intestine, or from the ovaries - thought she might be eggbound? Anyway she examined her bum and no obvious signs of damage so that wasn' t the cause. She hasn't done a bloody poo since so it remains a mystery for now.

Anyway she also mentioned that because of the beak & feather disease that she could suffer from organ failure at any time! Well this got me thinking that my little girl really is a sick little girl and could succumb to the smallest thing at any time. I mean she looks a fright at the moment - feathers sticking out everywhere and no tail, but to me she's just my little darling. The thought of anything happening to her - I just can't handle it. On the way to the vet I was a little(!) distraught because I thought that her time had come, but it also made me realise how much she means to me.

Sorry for rambling on but I just cannot believe how attached I am to this little bird. More than any other pet I have ever had - including a cat I had from the age of 6 until I was 22 for crying out loud. Why do they have this effect on us? She drives me nuts sometimes but I don't know how I'm going to cope without her. Thanks for listening to my rant - I just had to get that of my chest.

Post by **Datsun and Family** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 12:32 am

Oh Carrie that scared the crap out of me just reading it!

We love them, the additude, the spunk... the little beggars just become what your world revolves around. I cannot explain it but I know its true, no point in fighting it!

Look after that baby of yours, I will send all my happy, healthy vibes your way. Kisses to lil Atticus xx

Mikaela · Post by **Mikaela** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 5:01 am

Datsun and Family wrote:Oh Carrie that scared the crap out of me just reading it!

We love them, the additude, the spunk... the little beggars just become what your world revolves around. I cannot explain it but I know its true, no point in fighting it!

Look after that baby of yours, I will send all my happy, healthy vibes your way. Kisses to lil Atticus xx

No truer words spoken. If and when carrie... we will be here for you.

xo Missi · Post by **xo Missi** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 6:27 am

It's hard...believe me, it's so hard. Seems truely impossible at the time. When Baby passed, I literally felt like I was dying inside. Couldn't even remember how to talk for a while. Then again he passed sudden and traumatically. When it happens, cry your lil eyes out....for days even. Keep trying to remember the good memories (yea, that'll make you cry too) and remember the great life you gave her. Come to this board for support...stronger support than you can get from anyone.

But for now, love and enjoy that sweet lil parrot. Give lots of kisses and Nutriberries

*hugs* to you and your sweet fid

Dani03 · Post by **Dani03** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 10:38 am

Carrie...it is hard. There is no easy way to deal with what has been handed to you. Just remember that whatever happens is not your fault. Remember how much you love your baby...we're here for you hun...you and Atticus will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Dani

carrie · Post by **carrie** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 9:33 pm

Thanks guys - you have no idea how much better I feel just knowing that you care so much. I know when I read about baby's tragic death it was too much for me to bear. And I know I'm probably being too pessimistic but that was just the mood I was in yesterday - glum you know? Anyway she's back to her normal self now so life goes on - we'll just have to take each day as it comes - and I truly hope there are lots of days to come!

Once again - thanks to all of you for your support.

Carrie & Atticus

xo Missi · Post by **xo Missi** » Thu Sep 07, 2006 6:26 am

carrie wrote:Thanks guys - you have no idea how much better I feel just knowing that you care so much. I know when I read about baby's tragic death it was too much for me to bear. And I know I'm probably being too pessimistic but that was just the mood I was in yesterday - glum you know? Anyway she's back to her normal self now so life goes on - we'll just have to take each day as it comes - and I truly hope there are lots of days to come!

Once again - thanks to all of you for your support.

Carrie & Atticus

Oh of course you were glum...who wouldn't be?! I'm so glad we could help you feel a lil better. The board members are amazing <3

jen5239 · Post by **jen5239** » Thu Sep 07, 2006 12:31 pm

Oh Carrie,
I am so sorry to read this. But I'm happy she's back to her normal self. This has to be so hard for you to deal with. We're here for you. Please don't ever feel you must apologize for "rambling." That's what we're here for. They sure do wrap themselves around our hearts. I've said it before and I'll say it again, I'm obsessed with my guys. Remmi has just totally taken over my heart. Little rascal that he is. And people who aren't bird people JUST DON'T GET IT. So....we're here for you, rain or shine. You're in my thoughts and prayers, both of you.

Hugs,
Jen