The vet said his leg is totally broken and he is too old to have any surgery performed on him. The vet gave antibiotics and painkiller as medicine.
2007-02-07 02:00:05 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Birds
No, but you need to take him to a vet and have them do something about it besides antibiotics.
2007-02-07 02:03:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with those saying find another vet. There's always something to be done. I once found a duck which had been hit by a car. It had a broken wing, a broken leg and had lost an eye. The vet I rushed it to wanted to put it down but I insisted on surgery. I was presented with a one legged duck with an "eyepatch" and a splint on both wings lol
I looked after him till he healed up and the splints and head dressing could come off, then gave him to a wildlife sanctuary. Aside from having to learn how not to swim in circles, he did fine.
Depending on the break your bird's leg may be able to be splinted (see the link below). But even amputation must be a better option than leaving it with a broken leg dragging around.
Geez... if vets aren't willing to go the extra mile for tricky cases, why did they become vets?!
2007-02-08 15:48:55 · answer #2 · answered by Rex W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I took in an injured Male American Cardinal a couple of years back who's Leg was pretty much severed. His tendons were severed, but the foot was still attached. It was an old injury, and probably infected. He died the day after I took him in. He might have been ill, and also It was an old injury that had not healed properly, so it kept re-opening. I did all I could for him, but at least he finished out his life in warm comfort.
If your bird's leg is not an open wound, she will probably be okay. I say, trust the vet, but DO *NOT* GIVE UP HOPE! Make sure you give him his medication, and keep him warm. Definitely lower his food and water bowls so he can get at them. I recommend covering the cage and putting it in a quiet place. Also, In times of stress, birds revert to their natural ground feeding tendencies. if there is a grate over the bottom of the cage, remove it so he dosent get hurt further. Also, if your bird is in a cage with a guillotine style door I recommend getting a different cage. House him separately from your other birds if you have others and for the love of god, if he takes a turn for the worse, take him back to the vet IMMEDIATELY! minutes are especially critical in small birds, as they are very fragile.
Good luck, and feel free to contact me for further advice.
2007-02-07 06:38:17 · answer #3 · answered by May C. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a nurse, not a vet. But I have had many, many animals including birds over the years. I also know from my practice that people, and animals, I'm sure, are not statistics; they are individuals. A lot would depend on the general health of your bird, I'm sure. Don't get discouraged; keep his cage a safe place for him; think about taking high perches out so he doesn't fall, etc. Give him lots of love and attention. One thing to consider; is your vet certified to treat birds? If not, consider finding an avian veterinarian in your area for a second opinion.
2007-02-07 03:02:28 · answer #4 · answered by Sally T 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Find another vet!!! Preferably a Certified Avian Vet!
If it is not at least set and splinted it will heal incorrectly and cause pain for the rest of your bird's life.
2007-02-07 11:05:47 · answer #5 · answered by Christie D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that he will die,he will have to use his beak to help him move around, but after a while his leg should heal by itself...The same thing happened to one of my budgies and now its fine, and also a father with 3 partners.
2007-02-07 05:43:37 · answer #6 · answered by Julnar 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the bone broke by skill of the floor - she ought to get an infection (i.e. bone broke and punctured the floor) - that ought to kill her. Take her to the vet. I artwork for a vet who sees birds - they took an user-friendly x-ray, then made a "splint" out of surgical tape to carry the leg as promptly as available. in case you aren't getting her regarded at and that is broke - she ought to have issues ingesting and perching! ingesting! purely be responsible and take her in. ought to you not flow in in the journey that your leg grow to be broke?
2016-12-03 20:33:04 · answer #7 · answered by sobczak 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
his leg isn't attached to his heart, it won't kill him, but his life won't be high quality, also ask another vet.
2007-02-07 03:24:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is ALWAYS something to be done - FIND ANOTHER VET!
2007-02-07 03:13:47 · answer #9 · answered by mills0418 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋