What to for disabled rescue I'm on my way to get?

[Jumpingtadpoles]

Move over Rico, we're rescuing an old lady!
Ok, that was a bit of a joke, nothing will ever replace my blue baby <3

Anyways, after a crazy morning, being woken up by a employee that works on our farm, because our boiler was on fire....
I went to town with my best friend, daughter, and our birds. I typically bring Rico whenever I can with me. We live in a quiet town, and today was a perfect day. Over cast and warm.
I went and got my check, deposited it, got coffee and then I always stop at the local pet store. I know the owner and even if I don't buy something, it's nice to touch base and chat.
Today when I went in she pulled me to the back and asked if could help her.
You see, someone "gave" her two cockatiels. A boy, who was healthy and beating up this girl.
She is tiny. Honestly the smallest tiel I have ever seen. She said she's 14.
Her wing is broken, has been for a long time, and set wrong.
She also had terribly clubbed feet.
She said "please take her, I know you can help"
So I left, finished my things, talked to my fiancé, and am now having lunch and heading to go get her.

I've read a ton about disabled birds. But I never thought I would be doing this.
She's terribly frightened.

I plan to put her downstairs to quarantine.
I've spoken to the rescue, and the director will help to get her to a vet.
For now I'm glad to foster her.
I'm buying some rope perches, perhaps a ferret hammock for her to rest in?
What am I in for?

 

[TessieB]

Sounds like she's had a tough life. I've had numerous disabled cockatiels and they have always done well. One thing I've learned is each bird is an individual. Some do well with softer surfaces and some require a more supportive place to rest. I usually give the bird several options and observe to see what works best. With cub feet some people want to keep the nails trimmed. In my experience to suddently trim the toe nails of a disabled bird can really make getting around difficult for them. Obviously if the nails are too long to be of use you'll have to do something. Otherwise try trimming one toenail at a time with a day or so between trimming. This allows the bird to adjust to the change. Won't hurt to trim her tail feathers if they seem to be getting in her way or getting messy. However, I'd give her time to get used to her new home before doing too many changes.

Good luck with her! I hope she does well for you and thank you for taking her in.

 

[Allee]

How fortunate that the pet store owner thought of you to help this little one. It sounds like she could really use some good fortune. Good luck to you. I hope she finds a loving permanent home soon. Please give us updates about this tiny tiel.

 

[Jumpingtadpoles]

So I came home, got some things done around the house, and went to go get her. When I got there she was gone, the rescue came and got her. She is seeing a vet, and being quarantined. I told them to consider me for fostering.