Lexington, KY Stray Bird Found Near UK Veterinary Diagnostic Lab

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Joan D.

1 month ago

If you need help please let someone help you. It’s best if the bird is with someone who knows how to take care of it. Has the ability and knowledge. Birds are very sensitive

Zaydah R.

1 month ago

Posted on Lost and Found birds of the US https://m.facebook.com/groups/637611853061306/permalink/3546050978884031/?mibextid=Nif5oz Thank you so much for taking care of this little one & looking for its family. Create a safe space — Once you bring the bird home, set up a designated area where the bird can feel secure. Make the room quiet for the bird and keep out other pets since you don’t know what the bird’s home environment is typically like. Provide food and water — Make sure the bird has fresh water and food. A clean bowl with water from the tap will suffice, and birds can eat bird seed, some fruits and some vegetables. Make sure to look up what birds can eat and consult a veterinarian or avian specialist for guidance. Provide perches and toys — Birds get bored just like everyone else, so make sure to provide them with perches and some safe toys that can keep them entertained as you seek out their owner. Avoid handling the bird excessively — Keep in mind that the bird may be stressed and that you don’t know how often they’re handled at home. Try to keep handling to a minimum, only doing it at essential times, like providing them with fresh food and water or cleaning the cage. Consult a veterinarian — Schedule a visit to the veterinarian to have the bird checked for any health issues and to ensure they are properly cared for. Here are some steps to follow when reporting a lost bird: Contact local animal shelters and rescue organizations — Reach out to nearby animal shelters and rescues and provide them with a description of the found bird. If the bird has been reported as lost by the owner, they may already have the record on file. Otherwise, they will have the file saved if the owner does call. Contact avian veterinarians and pet stores — Reach out to avian veterinarians in your area and provide them with the same detailed description of the bird. They may have clients who have reported a lost bird fitting the same description. Additionally, contact local pet stores and ask them to keep an eye out for anyone asking about a lost bird. File a lost and found report — Typically, cities and towns have lost and found services for pets. Contacting your local animal control or municipal office will allow you to file a report. If an owner seeks their bird out through official channels, the report will be on file, and they’ll be able to contact you.

Kimberly S.

1 month ago

Does it have a band on its right leg?

Tami W.

1 month ago

Jessie Sandford it is illegal to keep a found pet.

Lori S.

1 month ago

Please take this bird to a rescue, it does not look well

Lisa P.

1 month ago

Jessie Sandford an experienced bird owner is caring for it until the owner is found

Lisa P.

1 month ago

Kim Asher thank you for the advice, the bird was picked up an experienced bird owner for care until the owner is found. The person who originally found and photographed it didn't know any better

Carron J.

1 month ago

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Kim A.

1 month ago

Take the container out now,they can get in but not out and stress is not good. Do not feed ,especially food that isnt for parakeets,the are very sensitive. Get him somewhere warm.You can make this water to give him. I have a travel cage and can bring parakeet food.

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Jessie S.

1 month ago

If owner is not found, can you keep him? They are easy to keep but thrive with another parakeet, they get depressed being alone. If you are able to get some millet, that is something he will can easily eat right now. And parakeet seed mix as well, but millet is easiest for now & he wont reject it like he might some seed mixes.