I don't know if it's good but I have one that's pretty close to me. I think it's the closest one besides Oxford. So far, and I hope it stays that way, I havn't needed them for an emergency. Only to get a leg band removed.

In my opinion, it's a good thing to go ahead and get established with an avian vet if you can - while your birdies are well...that way, they can establish a "well-bird" set of vitals, etc...so they will have that to compare to if, God forbid, something DOES happen and your bird gets sick later. It's just a good idea...if you can. Not everyone can do this, of course...money is a factor, as is whether or not you have an avian vet in your area. We're lucky here in that we have a really great avian vet who is only about 7 miles from the house. ;-)

Peeps is probably fine...like the others have said, just watch over her/him. Make sure you keep the cage covered on at least 2 or 3 sides...this makes them feel more secure. Did you put this bird in the same cage as Kiwi? It's not always a good idea to immediately put a new bird in with one who is already established...not only because if the new bird IS sick, it could get the healthy bird sick as well...but also from a stress aspect. Probably best to gradually introduce them.

Best of luck to you! Feel better, little Peeps...

make sure your bird is balanced on the perch and alert. the puffing up could also mean its cold.

this message was from April 23.

i know this was form a while ago but someone said something and just to let you know, hes much better