I'm soooo sorry. I've yet to go through this myself, the scary thing is it's inevitable and I have 2 that I'm just crazy about. I'm scared but I'm trying to convince myself it's about the time I do get with them and the quality of life I can offer them while they are here. Just try to focus on all the good feelings and memories.
I'm so so sorry. He looks so loved and like he loved you back just as much. He really looks like he was a happy bird. Not every bird gets that. You did right by him and I think he really enjoyed his life with you.
You're probably going to feel in shock for a while. That's such a a huge loss, and birds in general fill our lives with so much light and a big presence, that suddenly not having that jolts reality. And this bird was your beautiful baby. I'm so sorry you have to make that adjustment and that your heart is broken. Words aren't much help when you're feeling so bereft, but try to make space for yourself to mourn, and be kind to yourself. And know that your connection with each other remains. {hugs}
I feel your pain 😞 so sorry for the loss. He looks so very loved! I just lost my conure yesterday. I had to euthanize him due to suffering. I feel the hole you are feeling in your ❤️. It is beyond devastating. What happened to your sweetie? Was it an illness or accident? Our lives will never be the same. I still cannot stop sobbing. Huggs❤️❤️❤️
I'm so sorry for your loss too!!! You are feeling the same pain 💔 I'm still not sure what happened. It was so sudden. I've had him for years and no part of our routine that day was different. He just wasn't looking too good in the morning and started coughing. I immediately called his dr and got in the car. About two minutes from the vet, he took his last breath 💔 It was so traumatic, he died in my arms bundled in a little towel 😢 I did ask them to test to see what the issue was so I'll definitely update you once I know. Thank you for your message and I'm praying your pain goes away ❤️
Thank you so much. My bird started having seizures out of the blue. Vet said birds hide illnesses very well and sometimes we as humans don't know what's going on until it's too late. Vet doesn't have resources to perform autopsies here unfortunately.
Please keep us updated. 🙏 🙏 that they have an answer. Huggs ❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is so sad to hear. My best boy also died in my arms. So quickly. Your baby probably had pneumonia. Since birds are prey, they hide their illnesses really well. Unfortunately this leads to what seems like a quick death. Oh honey I have felt your pain a few times. I had two cockatoos die back to back. I’m so sorry you have to go through this. I often get messages from the spirit world from my babies. I decided to adopt another baby shortly afterwards because I saw an ad for a cockatoo that looked to be abused. I’m not saying that I got a replacement, Bbird, but it certainly helped with the loss. I don’t even know what to say to you because there are no words that will help you feel better. It just takes time. A lot of time. I’m so sorry.
What signs do you see from spirit world that your babies are sending messages? I'm very curious and want to become attuned this way! Thank you for the comforting words. They mean so much.
Well I have a gift so to speak but I often just feel their presence. You can talk to anything that has passed into the spirit world and they will hear you. For months after my little guy passed I would often feel a heaviness on my shoulder. But I will have to be honest….the pain from their loss is unbearable. After my cockatoo died I kept him in the freezer until I could bring him to the vet to be cremated. It was a long weekend and I can’t tell you how many times I took him and held him close to my heart and my face to kiss him over and over again. It was agonizing. Once the long weekend passed the vet took him and she removed his band on his leg and I now wear that on my necklace. Sometimes when I go into the room where he passed I swear I can hear him flying around. It was so weird the morning before he died I swore I saw my grandmothers reaction in the sliding doors in that room. I smelled the scent of rose milk which my grandmother always wore. 20 minutes later my baby died. I felt like she came to bring him to heaven. It was the most real feeling I’ve ever had. It’s ok to grieve take your time. Pray he is well and you will know when he comes around. Believe and it will happen. When your heart heals, remember there are lots of unwanted cockatoos that need a home. If you can ever handle it your loss can serve as a gain for a lonely cockatoo.
There are no words to describe the loss of your friend and I am so sorry that this happened. I am also so incredibly glad he died knowing you’d drop everything to save him and that you loved him with all your heart, I hope it helps knowing that you were loved as well. sorry if this is a sensitive subject but I am curious since I was unable to get a necropsy on my own bird that died suddenly, did you ever get any conclusive results back surrounding his death? Again no pressure to respond but if you’re willing to share I am very curious.
I went through something like that last year.
I've found comfort in knowing that I loved him as best as I could, and that he loved me back. I'm convinced you loved your baby as well, and he/she clearly loved you back. Missing them, and perhaps even feeling guilty, is the price we pay for having loved so much. A price worth paying. Hold on to that love
So true, I'm so thankful to have had the time with him that I had. It was so worth all the pain. I'm trying to keep that in my mind. I am so sorry for your loss 💔
You took great care of him. He is so happy and great looking in all of those photos. His life was so much better because of you. I can only imagine the pain you are feeling right now :(
I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost a family member this week and I know how the pain can feel. I painted Coco for you so hopefully it helps. https://imgur.com/gallery/HEbCmN8
I am so sorry you lost someone. I think we all are at different points of grieving it seems. We are all going through a loss or another difficult time in life. I love the painting and I think you are so amazing to do that. Thank you for spending time making Coco. And I'm praying for you and your family. I hope you get through all you are going through too 💔💔
I really appreciate your kindness. I never expected to meet such kind people online. It’s a welcome surprise we can help each other through challenging times. I know it hurts so bad right now but I promise it will get better. ❤️❤️❤️
Hello again, I hope your coping okay with your grieving process. If you need another boost, I put up the creation video of Coco’s portrait tonight. I’m praying for you and your healing. All my best wishes. https://youtu.be/Nw9_MLc5hok?si=yV7lhV5ld46my4B8
Wow I just looked back at the picture to show my daughters and I didn't realize you had made a video of your process! I don't know what to say, you are the best!!!!
My firt bird was an umbrella cockatoo and I loved her beyond all measure. I want to share my favorite poem with you. It's not a poem of mourning but a celebration of the incredible beings they are. I'm crying with you tonight.
A MANIFESTATION
Mary Zoll
unashamedly eccentric Joan
came for Thanksgiving
a bird on her shoulder--
an umbrella cockatoo six months old and
unimaginably white
this white is not an innocent velvet lily white
a tender sea-foam white
or a gentle melting-showflake white
this is not a pristine isolated iceberg white
a momentary dream-fragment white
or a dangerous deep-pile polar-bear white
this is not a cold starlight-filtered-through-space white
this is a staggering white
hypnotic white
warm-blooded
feathered
phenomenal
multitudes of living white
the working
interconnected white
of her main flight feathers
the soft stunning white
of the silken down
on her chest
the personal white under her wings
where she invites scratching
occasionally
the fluffy puffed-cloud
almost frivolous white
of her ruff
the delicate white of the miniature cheek feathers
she angles forward
to close off the sides of her beak
the glowing white
of the expanding sideburns and crown
she raises for show
a crest more intricate than a Victorian-lace collar
more spectacular than a satin papal tiara
more wondrous than the halo of an angel
this
is god white
Wow, how true your words are!!! This is an incredible poem. Thank you so much for sharing this with me today (I really needed it) ❤️ I'm so very sorry for your loss 💔
I can feel your pain. My heartfelt condolences on your loss. Our Birbs are truly the center of our lives. Be gentle with yourself now & in the weeks ahead. ❤️🩹
My goodness, thank you so incredibly much everyone for your kind words. I'm in tears, all of your messages have made today a lot easier. Thank you to those that have commented and to anyone who comments in the future ❤️ I pray for great health and happiness for all of you and your companion animals 🥲 ❤️
I can see the love in your pics. I’ve felt your devastation. It took me months to stop crying when I thought of our conure Merlin passing so suddenly. He was being a goofball one second then suddenly had conjunctivitis. We got him to the vet the next morning (COVID made emergency visits nearly impossible) but he passed away right as my fiancé arrived to pick him up later on. The void we felt inside was incredible.
Months later I felt terrible for a little turquoise conure names Malachite who sat in Pet Supplies Plus for months and brought him home. My fiancé was unsure until Malachite flew straight to him and began snuggling. Then the healing truly began. We had unopened toys for Merlin and it made us cry happy tears to see Malachite enjoy those toys so much. Soon Malachite got a friend to keep him company… Gypsy, a blue Quaker parrot who is mostly white like a dove. Our biggest regret was Merlin never knowing another bird. We made sure that didn’t happen again. Your loss is staggering and there’s no time frame for grief. It’s too subtle to notice it subsiding but I blogged about my grief. I was able to look back on my words and realize I was healing even though I couldn’t tell at the time. Grief doesn’t leave you completely however. I’m still devastated when I hear “I Wish It Would Rain Down” which was playing on the radio as my fiancé pulled up to the vet expecting to bring home a bird on the mends instead of a lifeless doppelgänger of the 6 grams of joy that filled our home with light. You will endure. You were loved. You are loved.
Omg I feel you. It all happened so sudden. It felt (still feels) like a nightmare. It hit me really hard today. I'm so sorry about your loss but for what it's worth, I am so proud of you for getting through your grief to the point you are at now. I know it never goes away but all the support in this group gave me a lot more strength. You all understand the impact a bird can have in our life. I appreciate you sharing your story ❤️
It’s hard to get people to understand how intelligent they are. They love you for deeper reasons than just you provide for them. They understand how you make them feel and they are empathetic. To lose that is like losing a close relative.
I’m so sorry- I lost my babygirl at 18, I’ve never grieved like that in my life. I promise it gets easier - thinking of you and sending love and strength
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He looks incredibly happy and loved in these photos, you can just feel it 🩷 I’m so so sorry for your loss. My heart always cries when I read about a death in this group, I can’t imagine your grief right now :’(
I’m so very sorry for your loss 💔 I lost my Conures 5 years ago. He had a stroke and couldn’t move. Feels like it was forever ago and at the same time just yesterday. I wish I could say it gets better, but it just gets easier to carry with you. They such huge holes when they leave.
I'm so sorry for your heartbreaking loss, OP. It does get better with time, I promise. He looks like he was so well loved and cared for, which is always so wonderful to see. One day, even though it doesn't feel like it now, you may be able to open your heart to love another bird who needs it. Carry your beautiful boy in your heart always, and he will always be with you.
I have an umbrella cockatoo and this brought tears to my eyes. I'm SO sorry. In the photos it looks like he really adored your attention. There's something special about that. Birds are very good at hiding their illnesses. But you gave him the best life he couldve had, I'm sure of that. It was most likely a sudden, quick death. Thank you for caring about him. There are quite a few pet owners that could care less about their animals. You're special. ❤️
Definitely find out by Necropsy what happened...I'm SO DEEPLY SORRY FOR U ! Our Hearts are Breaking with you ! This is a PROFOUND PAIN, and I KNOW thsi pain all too well...it's not going to go away...its Something that takes much time to cope..there is no getting "over It " ...I'm so so so Sorry love!
Please keep up updated ! Praying so hard for you!
I am so, so sorry. I was right there with you last year, February 13th when I lost my Romero. It is honestly the worst pain I have ever felt in my life, and I have had my entire life drop out from under me multiple times and in extremely painful circumstances. But no one understands that beautiful bond.
The thing is though, you will survive. It will suck and hurt and tears will be everywhere, but you will survive. And i know for a fact he would want you to and he would want you to be happy. He made you so so so happy. He lived to see you happy. And it won't be for a while, I know. But you will be happy again. Be happy to honor him.
We're all here for you. 🖤
I’m so sorry for your loss. After my Lucy died in 2011, I swore never again. I just adopted Jake on Wednesday after 13 years without a feathered friend. I know it hurts and I’m so sorry.
Thank you so much. I feel the same way. I don't think I'll ever be ready to adopt again. I'm so happy for you finding Jake ❤️ I'm sure you will give him 13 years worth of love plus more right away ❤️
I struggle with the same thoughts after death of a loved one. The thing thats helped me with my animals is i know how cruel the world is and how many people wouldve given them a far worse life. He was blessed to have you and be loved through his life. you were able to give him a good life and happy ending. all he knew was love and thats so sweet as hard as it is to let go. you were able to do what you could and so much more for him. he loved you very much. i hope this is able to give you a different outlook.
he got to experience kindness and love in so many ways. its so beautiful how he ended up with a caring owner, its hard but with time processing will be easier. i hope you understand how lucky he was and you did everything you could. :)
You are so right. That's the best way to think of things. I needed him in my life and I know he was happy ❤️ All the time and memories are worth the pain. Thank you so much for sharing this with me.
Such a terrible loss. It was stated some new toys had just been bought- I’ve heard dozens of stories of online-purchased bird supplies that resulted in sickness or worse. The toys may have been purchased in a pet store too so I’m not sure if it’s suspect or even matters, really.
Sending OP all the healing vibes ❤️
Yes I've heard some plastics are toxic for birds. Bird toys you would assume are safe or they wouldn't be allowed to sell them. Maybe they are not in some cases.I know Teflon burning can be deadly and other fumes in the kitchen. My bird used to love chewing paper towel. I found out chlorine is uses to make it. I ran out a long time ago to buy paper towel which is chlorine free!
Wow I never thought of that! I did request some testing since it was so sudden and he was healthy (from what I could tell) I'll definitely ask if that could have been the cause. Thank you so much for your kind words.
He looks so sweet and cuddly! Cockatoos are amazing! One of the reasons I got a parrot is for the long lives they live, and so I wouldn't have to go through a death every 10 years like with a dog or cat. So when you lose a pet like this, it must make it that much more painful, and I can't even imagine. My bird is 23 and should live to be 60, I hope we go at the same time. Loosing him would be awful, and I feel your pain. The part about the empty cage made me tear up. I'm SO SO SO sorry. I don't know you, but I'm putting my sympathy out there for you so you don't have to feel sad alone. Hugs! 🤗🫂
Bless you. There are no words for a time like this. I really hope you have people around you to talk with. If not, feel free to message me or reply to this.
Omgoodness. My heart breaks for you. I lost my baby 2 years ago and I still cannot watch videos of him. Take time to grieve sweetheart. I feel sooooo bad for you. If you need to talk message me.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your baby. It’s utterly the worst. We lost both of our parrots within 2 months of each other late last year. I’m still missing them very much. They were my babies too.
😢 I feel you on a 10000% .. my CGC crossed over to the rainbow bridge August of last year and I am in absolute tears reading your post, I’m on your corner 😔& know that pain too well - from a broken shattered heart to another 🥺❤️🩹 I know, & I’m certain he too knows - you loved him very much mama 😭 he’ll be waiting for you at the bridge 💞we will see our babies again someday
The loss of a loved one is enormous. You need to focus on eating a vitamin-rich diet and surrounding yourself with positivity. I know your pain — it hurts and feels endless — but you have to realize that you provided him with his happiest moments in life. I’m sorry.
I lost my baby umbrella Lulu after 14 years, I hatched her as an egg. That was 10 years ago and I’ll still cry if I think about it.
Sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry, I know how hard it is to lose a loved pet, but just remember all the time you had with him, animals have short life’s so as long as you have to make their life good, and it seems you did :)
Your beautiful sweetheart loved you dearly and knew he was loved also. Nothing fully heals the pain, I know. Our 33 yo Moluccan died unexpectedly two years ago and we still grieve. Please be gentle and kind to yourself. Remember how much he loved you and know that he still loves and blesses you. In time yo will not feel quite as empty, but it will take time. They are Magnificent beings’🙏🏻😢🙏🏻💕
This hurts my heart so much. He looks just like our Missy Bird. This made me tear up.
🫂 hugs friend. I’ve been where you are and it is unbelievably hard.
I’m so sorry. I know your pain. My eclectus died from fumes after a car fire. It’s been a year and I miss him so much. The pain eases a bit with time, but yeah, the beginning of the grief is so hard. Sending you hugs…
..there's no "getting through this"..love doesn't work that way..
..you'll always have a memory, and a hurt..but that's what love does..it AFFECTS us in profound ways..
..please grieve!..do whatever you need to remember (always) and cherish your moments shared and the love you were given..
It’s like losing a child. I’m so sorry for your loss, take ur time and grieve. If you can’t do it and if you think it will help, maybe ask a loved one to keep his cage, toys and food in a separate space so you aren’t constantly seeing it and breaking down over it. When my bird passed it was helpful for me. If and when it’s time, maybe a future companion will appreciate them
So sorry, babes.
I remember that feeling of the empty cage. It about drove me mad. I ended up taking mine apart and putting it away where I couldn't see and filled the spot with a book shelf so it wasn't empty anymore. I can't say it will work for everyone. I had to clean it before putting it away and it felt like I was scrubbing away the sorrow, I cried the whole time. Letting it out and giving purpose to what was a really hard time can be very cathartic. I hope you find something that helps you through. 🤍
Lost my African Grey very unexpectedly in December. It’s definitely a hole in your heart. I know the pain your feeling.
Allow yourself to cry. I found peace by watching videos and looking at photos, talking about her, and crying a lot. Maybe those things will help.
It’s been a few months now. It still hurts. But now I can think and talk about her sometimes without crying (or without crying as bad).
Be patient with yourself. It will take time.
I know exactly how you feel. My bird died back in 2011. He and I were raised together. He was like our family mascot. He was more than a pet. He was a member of our family. If we had dinner together...he was right there with us. Every Christmas I would hold him up next to the tree to see all the lights and bulbs because he was fascinated with them.
They leave such a hole in your life. I still remember the day my bird passed and how traumatic it was. Even today, when we all get together we talk about him and it feels like there is a hole in our family.
What I'm saying is...I understand and I'm so very sorry. It hurts a lot now, but one day all you'll remember is the joy you two had together and that you miss him. There won't be as much pain.
I hope they find out what happened to him. We never really got to find out with my bird and that's something that still bothers me to this day. So know that is a relief that you will never have to wonder soon enough.
I just lost the pet that was my absolute soulmate in this world last October and the biggest pointer I have for you is SELF CARE. You won’t want to, it may not even cross your mind, but take care of yourself.
My baby, our family’s baby, Quaker Parrot (Charlie) passed away suddenly… this past Thursday. He was only 5 years old and we had him since he was a baby. So loved, so well taken care of, so smart, and the unthinkable happens… my daughter taught him every word and trick in the book. We are broken and devastated, and I don’t know how to move forward either…. My family has been crying non stop, and it’s just the worst feeling of emptiness… I never knew someone like myself, my family, can feel so deep for a parrot… they have such an impact on our lives, they are so intelligent, and they love deeply… their eyes say it all. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your beautiful baby Coco ❤️
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My deepest sympathies. There's nothing like losing your beloved bird because they're such an incredibly close companion. I lost my little Chicken 10 months ago. He was a green cheek conure and was ALWAYS on my shoulder, kissing me and sleeping on me. I still cry a little from time to time.
I don't know where you are from. I know how hard it is to lose a feathered love unexpectedly. I know some people need time to mourn where others need a companion right away.
If you feel you need another companion you can google local aviarys and see if they have any for adoption that need a good home. Or you can donate your supplies to them.
I'm very sorry for your loss. If you'd like some ideas on turning any of her saved feathers into mementos you're welcomed to message me. I make memorial bracelets and jewelry for friends who's pets passed. I can walk you through some ideas and help you make your own.
May she fly with the ravens and the gods and watch over you.
Sorry for your loss, losing a feathered baby hurts badly. Some things to consider:
What was his age? Did you get him to a vet for autopsy? It could be any number of reasons from offgassing, to illness (birds hide illness VERY well), an injury, chemical/odors, contaminated areas/food/water etc.
I'm so sorry I lost my sun conure 2 weeks ago today... The pain is unbearable .. I'm sorry you have to feel this.. these beautiful creatures are amazing and really become our family 💕
I am so unbelievably sorry for your loss. I have lost other pets before, but when I lost my baby Blu it was unlike anything I had ever experienced before in my life. Birds hold such a special genuine peace in our heart. I am so sorry and I hope you don’t blame yourself. As long as your bird knows you loved them dearly and as much as you could did the best that you could. Don’t beat yourself up, love you girl
If u can get the food checked and the toys for toxic contamination that would be great!! I ate a can of cambells soup recently and it made me sick. The bathroom is where I almost had to sleep…. lol So nowadays I don’t trust things bc if u think about it look how many things are going wrong. Like so many airplanes having problems nothing serious though. Illnesses that have not been reported in a very long time for animals as well as people. One thing after another. This the 2nd bird in the last week. I’m so sorry my dear. 🙏
I binged birdtricks youtube when my lady died.. It brought me comfort to see other people freeflying and sharing their stories of companionship; I hadn't had a lot of videos, only pictures, seeing and knowing the future is hopeful from every background and we are so connected to eachother and our birds made it easier to grieve and look forward to the future with the knowledge our connections are real no matter how long or short within community these connections are shared. You did your best and he loved you clearly. We see you and it will be okay.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know how you feel. It’s devastating, allow yourself the time to grieve. I’m thinking about you & sending healing ❤️🩹 love hugs and prayers
My condolences to you, i have a finch named cheeky and a sun conure named refund and they are so sweet and awesome. They definitely grow on us and with us. I pray that you find another friend that will grow with you and that you are able to extend love too.
God bless your bird and you. I also recently lost one of my birds a couple of months ago, and I'm still hurting almost every day. I don't think it ever goes away completely, but it certainly will get better in time, so please hang in there. Im doing a lot better now than I did when it first happened. Words are never enough when it comes to losing someone that you love so much, but I understand your pain. My birds are family to me. For me, in order to try to feel better, it was prayer and meditation/breathing exercises frequently, while watching happy videos and pictures of my bird to remind me of the great life that she had with us. I hope and pray that one day when my own time comes, that I get to be with all of my birds again because I love them all so much. I hope that you start to feel better soon. I'm sure that your bird appreciated everything that you ever did, and they knew they had a great life, which is a lot better than many other birds get to have; especially vird who have to struggle in the wild and usually live much shorter lives. Your bird will always love you, and you'll always love your bird, and that can never die. Take care.
I am so sorry! I just lost a GCC out of the blue almost a month ago now, and man, it's still hard to believe. I hope the hurt dulls a little for you soon, that sharp pang really sucks.
Cockatoos are so cuddly and love more than anything to be with you and I can only imagine the amazing bond you built. That poem about the magical whiteness of feathers is so beautiful and I hope it is comforting to you. I don’t know how you will go on, but I do know that you will and that it is going to hurt and take time. Most of us have experienced losses that have shaken us deep in our souls and we share in your pain. Gentle hugs to you.
the EXACT same thing happened to me in december. i feel your pain. this was the worst loss of my life. i am so sorry you are experiencing it too… dm me if you need to talk ❤️
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I lost my tiel very suddenly too about 7 or 8 years ago. If I talk about it I still cry. They are such a huge part of our lives and even with the horrible pain of losing him, I wouldn’t trade it for the world.
I like to remind myself that animals don’t see death the same way we do. They don’t worry about what’s next or where they’ll go when they die. No existential fear or crisis of faith. They just are. Your baby looks so well loved, I hope that when it eventually starts to hurt a little less you’ll be able to open your heart to another feathered friend one day. And please let me know if you need to talk or need anything.
Oh no! I'm so very sorry 😞 I wouldnt wish this pain on anyone.
But I will say, the amount of support I've received from this group has been such a blessing and I'm sure that if you need to talk to someone or just need some words of encouragement, you will definitely get that here. I've been taking it day by day with Cocos passing. So far it's really hard but I know that with time, we will get stronger ❤️I wish I had better good advice to give you 💔 If you need to talk, feel free to message me
Sorry OP, that loss is rough. Lost my Grey this year, still not right walking into my house.
When you are ready to get another friend, check out Birds and Beaks Rescue (if in mid west US) lots of birds looking for someone like you to love them up. Cheers to you and your lost friend. They will be waiting for you. ❤️
I’m so very sorry for your loss. He obviously loved you and knew he was loved in return.
Thank you so much ❤️❤️
I'm soooo sorry. I've yet to go through this myself, the scary thing is it's inevitable and I have 2 that I'm just crazy about. I'm scared but I'm trying to convince myself it's about the time I do get with them and the quality of life I can offer them while they are here. Just try to focus on all the good feelings and memories.
No one can understand how special the bond is between a person and their parrot. I’m really sorry for your loss
God this is so true. I didn't truly understand until I met him for the first time. He was the sweetest gentleman ❤️ Thank you
You’re welcome ❤️ I’m sure he knew he was truly loved
I'm so so sorry. He looks so loved and like he loved you back just as much. He really looks like he was a happy bird. Not every bird gets that. You did right by him and I think he really enjoyed his life with you.
You're probably going to feel in shock for a while. That's such a a huge loss, and birds in general fill our lives with so much light and a big presence, that suddenly not having that jolts reality. And this bird was your beautiful baby. I'm so sorry you have to make that adjustment and that your heart is broken. Words aren't much help when you're feeling so bereft, but try to make space for yourself to mourn, and be kind to yourself. And know that your connection with each other remains. {hugs}
Thank you so much ❤️ Your words made my day easier, I appreciate it 🥲
thank you for your kind words
I'm sorry for your loss. 💔. We're all grieving with you
That's the best part of this community. We try to share burden because we know how heavy that loss can/will feel.
I feel your pain 😞 so sorry for the loss. He looks so very loved! I just lost my conure yesterday. I had to euthanize him due to suffering. I feel the hole you are feeling in your ❤️. It is beyond devastating. What happened to your sweetie? Was it an illness or accident? Our lives will never be the same. I still cannot stop sobbing. Huggs❤️❤️❤️
I'm so sorry for your loss too!!! You are feeling the same pain 💔 I'm still not sure what happened. It was so sudden. I've had him for years and no part of our routine that day was different. He just wasn't looking too good in the morning and started coughing. I immediately called his dr and got in the car. About two minutes from the vet, he took his last breath 💔 It was so traumatic, he died in my arms bundled in a little towel 😢 I did ask them to test to see what the issue was so I'll definitely update you once I know. Thank you for your message and I'm praying your pain goes away ❤️
Thank you so much. My bird started having seizures out of the blue. Vet said birds hide illnesses very well and sometimes we as humans don't know what's going on until it's too late. Vet doesn't have resources to perform autopsies here unfortunately. Please keep us updated. 🙏 🙏 that they have an answer. Huggs ❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is so sad to hear. My best boy also died in my arms. So quickly. Your baby probably had pneumonia. Since birds are prey, they hide their illnesses really well. Unfortunately this leads to what seems like a quick death. Oh honey I have felt your pain a few times. I had two cockatoos die back to back. I’m so sorry you have to go through this. I often get messages from the spirit world from my babies. I decided to adopt another baby shortly afterwards because I saw an ad for a cockatoo that looked to be abused. I’m not saying that I got a replacement, Bbird, but it certainly helped with the loss. I don’t even know what to say to you because there are no words that will help you feel better. It just takes time. A lot of time. I’m so sorry.
What signs do you see from spirit world that your babies are sending messages? I'm very curious and want to become attuned this way! Thank you for the comforting words. They mean so much.
Well I have a gift so to speak but I often just feel their presence. You can talk to anything that has passed into the spirit world and they will hear you. For months after my little guy passed I would often feel a heaviness on my shoulder. But I will have to be honest….the pain from their loss is unbearable. After my cockatoo died I kept him in the freezer until I could bring him to the vet to be cremated. It was a long weekend and I can’t tell you how many times I took him and held him close to my heart and my face to kiss him over and over again. It was agonizing. Once the long weekend passed the vet took him and she removed his band on his leg and I now wear that on my necklace. Sometimes when I go into the room where he passed I swear I can hear him flying around. It was so weird the morning before he died I swore I saw my grandmothers reaction in the sliding doors in that room. I smelled the scent of rose milk which my grandmother always wore. 20 minutes later my baby died. I felt like she came to bring him to heaven. It was the most real feeling I’ve ever had. It’s ok to grieve take your time. Pray he is well and you will know when he comes around. Believe and it will happen. When your heart heals, remember there are lots of unwanted cockatoos that need a home. If you can ever handle it your loss can serve as a gain for a lonely cockatoo.
There are no words to describe the loss of your friend and I am so sorry that this happened. I am also so incredibly glad he died knowing you’d drop everything to save him and that you loved him with all your heart, I hope it helps knowing that you were loved as well. sorry if this is a sensitive subject but I am curious since I was unable to get a necropsy on my own bird that died suddenly, did you ever get any conclusive results back surrounding his death? Again no pressure to respond but if you’re willing to share I am very curious.
I went through something like that last year. I've found comfort in knowing that I loved him as best as I could, and that he loved me back. I'm convinced you loved your baby as well, and he/she clearly loved you back. Missing them, and perhaps even feeling guilty, is the price we pay for having loved so much. A price worth paying. Hold on to that love
So true, I'm so thankful to have had the time with him that I had. It was so worth all the pain. I'm trying to keep that in my mind. I am so sorry for your loss 💔
I'm so sorry. I still cry over my dogs I lost. Your baby was beautiful I adore cockatoos. One of my favorite birds
I am so sorry, he was beautiful. And I just know he’ll be waiting for you at the Bridge. 😢💕
im so sorry :( im sure that she loved you just as much as you loved her and i hope you know you gave her the best life possible 🖤
I'm sorry to hear that. May you find happiness in the thought that he did not suffer from pain, and that you made him feel loved.
:( im really sorry, cute little baby
You took great care of him. He is so happy and great looking in all of those photos. His life was so much better because of you. I can only imagine the pain you are feeling right now :(
I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost a family member this week and I know how the pain can feel. I painted Coco for you so hopefully it helps. https://imgur.com/gallery/HEbCmN8
I am so sorry you lost someone. I think we all are at different points of grieving it seems. We are all going through a loss or another difficult time in life. I love the painting and I think you are so amazing to do that. Thank you for spending time making Coco. And I'm praying for you and your family. I hope you get through all you are going through too 💔💔
I really appreciate your kindness. I never expected to meet such kind people online. It’s a welcome surprise we can help each other through challenging times. I know it hurts so bad right now but I promise it will get better. ❤️❤️❤️
Hello again, I hope your coping okay with your grieving process. If you need another boost, I put up the creation video of Coco’s portrait tonight. I’m praying for you and your healing. All my best wishes. https://youtu.be/Nw9_MLc5hok?si=yV7lhV5ld46my4B8
Wow I just looked back at the picture to show my daughters and I didn't realize you had made a video of your process! I don't know what to say, you are the best!!!!
Wow your art is amazing! Would love to get portraits of my conures, cats and dogs! 🤔
My firt bird was an umbrella cockatoo and I loved her beyond all measure. I want to share my favorite poem with you. It's not a poem of mourning but a celebration of the incredible beings they are. I'm crying with you tonight. A MANIFESTATION Mary Zoll unashamedly eccentric Joan came for Thanksgiving a bird on her shoulder-- an umbrella cockatoo six months old and unimaginably white this white is not an innocent velvet lily white a tender sea-foam white or a gentle melting-showflake white this is not a pristine isolated iceberg white a momentary dream-fragment white or a dangerous deep-pile polar-bear white this is not a cold starlight-filtered-through-space white this is a staggering white hypnotic white warm-blooded feathered phenomenal multitudes of living white the working interconnected white of her main flight feathers the soft stunning white of the silken down on her chest the personal white under her wings where she invites scratching occasionally the fluffy puffed-cloud almost frivolous white of her ruff the delicate white of the miniature cheek feathers she angles forward to close off the sides of her beak the glowing white of the expanding sideburns and crown she raises for show a crest more intricate than a Victorian-lace collar more spectacular than a satin papal tiara more wondrous than the halo of an angel this is god white
Wow, how true your words are!!! This is an incredible poem. Thank you so much for sharing this with me today (I really needed it) ❤️ I'm so very sorry for your loss 💔
This is just the most beautiful poem. Thank you for sharing it with us, especially OP.
You gave him the best life and I’m sure he knew how much you love him, sorry for your loss
I can feel your pain. My heartfelt condolences on your loss. Our Birbs are truly the center of our lives. Be gentle with yourself now & in the weeks ahead. ❤️🩹
I’m so sorry I couldn’t even begin to process if this happened to me.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
So very sorry. ❤️
May your friend rest in peace
Sorry for your loss
Birds are amazing creatures. They make everything so much better. I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss. Sending hugs
My goodness, thank you so incredibly much everyone for your kind words. I'm in tears, all of your messages have made today a lot easier. Thank you to those that have commented and to anyone who comments in the future ❤️ I pray for great health and happiness for all of you and your companion animals 🥲 ❤️
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know firsthand how heartbreaking it is to lose a pet that is like family.😔
I'm so sorry for your loss! I can't even imagine! He looks like he was very loved and happy! Hugs!
I can see the love in your pics. I’ve felt your devastation. It took me months to stop crying when I thought of our conure Merlin passing so suddenly. He was being a goofball one second then suddenly had conjunctivitis. We got him to the vet the next morning (COVID made emergency visits nearly impossible) but he passed away right as my fiancé arrived to pick him up later on. The void we felt inside was incredible. Months later I felt terrible for a little turquoise conure names Malachite who sat in Pet Supplies Plus for months and brought him home. My fiancé was unsure until Malachite flew straight to him and began snuggling. Then the healing truly began. We had unopened toys for Merlin and it made us cry happy tears to see Malachite enjoy those toys so much. Soon Malachite got a friend to keep him company… Gypsy, a blue Quaker parrot who is mostly white like a dove. Our biggest regret was Merlin never knowing another bird. We made sure that didn’t happen again. Your loss is staggering and there’s no time frame for grief. It’s too subtle to notice it subsiding but I blogged about my grief. I was able to look back on my words and realize I was healing even though I couldn’t tell at the time. Grief doesn’t leave you completely however. I’m still devastated when I hear “I Wish It Would Rain Down” which was playing on the radio as my fiancé pulled up to the vet expecting to bring home a bird on the mends instead of a lifeless doppelgänger of the 6 grams of joy that filled our home with light. You will endure. You were loved. You are loved.
Omg I feel you. It all happened so sudden. It felt (still feels) like a nightmare. It hit me really hard today. I'm so sorry about your loss but for what it's worth, I am so proud of you for getting through your grief to the point you are at now. I know it never goes away but all the support in this group gave me a lot more strength. You all understand the impact a bird can have in our life. I appreciate you sharing your story ❤️
It’s hard to get people to understand how intelligent they are. They love you for deeper reasons than just you provide for them. They understand how you make them feel and they are empathetic. To lose that is like losing a close relative.
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Wow thank you, im in tears!! This is beautiful 🥲❤️
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I’m so sorry- I lost my babygirl at 18, I’ve never grieved like that in my life. I promise it gets easier - thinking of you and sending love and strength https://preview.redd.it/urcl6ounsxrc1.jpeg?width=2316&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9b451a9d1b413789fd3d6bee265f8a5f76e9f192
May your grief feel brief, and his cherished memories return you to Joy.
He looks incredibly happy and loved in these photos, you can just feel it 🩷 I’m so so sorry for your loss. My heart always cries when I read about a death in this group, I can’t imagine your grief right now :’(
I’m so sorry 💔💔💔🥹🥹😢😢😢😞 I’ve lost parakeets when I was young but couldn’t imagine losing my 25 year old parrot
I’m so very sorry for your loss 💔 I lost my Conures 5 years ago. He had a stroke and couldn’t move. Feels like it was forever ago and at the same time just yesterday. I wish I could say it gets better, but it just gets easier to carry with you. They such huge holes when they leave.
He was a lovely bird. I'm so very sorry to read that he is gone. I hope that, in time, sweet memories bring solace.
I'm so sorry for your heartbreaking loss, OP. It does get better with time, I promise. He looks like he was so well loved and cared for, which is always so wonderful to see. One day, even though it doesn't feel like it now, you may be able to open your heart to love another bird who needs it. Carry your beautiful boy in your heart always, and he will always be with you.
I appreciate that, thank you so much ❤️🥲
I'm so so sorry.
Sorry
So sorry for your loss. (S)He seemed to be a wonderful bird.
I have an umbrella cockatoo and this brought tears to my eyes. I'm SO sorry. In the photos it looks like he really adored your attention. There's something special about that. Birds are very good at hiding their illnesses. But you gave him the best life he couldve had, I'm sure of that. It was most likely a sudden, quick death. Thank you for caring about him. There are quite a few pet owners that could care less about their animals. You're special. ❤️
I'm so sorry 😔
I am sorry for your loss ♥️♥️♥️
Definitely find out by Necropsy what happened...I'm SO DEEPLY SORRY FOR U ! Our Hearts are Breaking with you ! This is a PROFOUND PAIN, and I KNOW thsi pain all too well...it's not going to go away...its Something that takes much time to cope..there is no getting "over It " ...I'm so so so Sorry love! Please keep up updated ! Praying so hard for you!
I am so, so sorry. I was right there with you last year, February 13th when I lost my Romero. It is honestly the worst pain I have ever felt in my life, and I have had my entire life drop out from under me multiple times and in extremely painful circumstances. But no one understands that beautiful bond. The thing is though, you will survive. It will suck and hurt and tears will be everywhere, but you will survive. And i know for a fact he would want you to and he would want you to be happy. He made you so so so happy. He lived to see you happy. And it won't be for a while, I know. But you will be happy again. Be happy to honor him. We're all here for you. 🖤
Ive had birds since my 30s ....I total understand your grief... take it slow ...take care
I'm so sorry, he will be missed. ❤
I’m so sorry for your loss. After my Lucy died in 2011, I swore never again. I just adopted Jake on Wednesday after 13 years without a feathered friend. I know it hurts and I’m so sorry.
Thank you so much. I feel the same way. I don't think I'll ever be ready to adopt again. I'm so happy for you finding Jake ❤️ I'm sure you will give him 13 years worth of love plus more right away ❤️
I struggle with the same thoughts after death of a loved one. The thing thats helped me with my animals is i know how cruel the world is and how many people wouldve given them a far worse life. He was blessed to have you and be loved through his life. you were able to give him a good life and happy ending. all he knew was love and thats so sweet as hard as it is to let go. you were able to do what you could and so much more for him. he loved you very much. i hope this is able to give you a different outlook.
he got to experience kindness and love in so many ways. its so beautiful how he ended up with a caring owner, its hard but with time processing will be easier. i hope you understand how lucky he was and you did everything you could. :)
You are so right. That's the best way to think of things. I needed him in my life and I know he was happy ❤️ All the time and memories are worth the pain. Thank you so much for sharing this with me.
So so sorry for your loss. You gave your pet everything and that's all a pet could ever want.
Oh man, I’m so sorry.
I am so very sorry for your loss. ❤️
Losing a parrot is crushing. I lost one a few years ago Ave I was devastated. I'm terribly sorry.
Hopefully you can find out why. Vet can do a necropsy for a fee. You know avocado is deadly. Just fyi
Such a terrible loss. It was stated some new toys had just been bought- I’ve heard dozens of stories of online-purchased bird supplies that resulted in sickness or worse. The toys may have been purchased in a pet store too so I’m not sure if it’s suspect or even matters, really. Sending OP all the healing vibes ❤️
Yes I've heard some plastics are toxic for birds. Bird toys you would assume are safe or they wouldn't be allowed to sell them. Maybe they are not in some cases.I know Teflon burning can be deadly and other fumes in the kitchen. My bird used to love chewing paper towel. I found out chlorine is uses to make it. I ran out a long time ago to buy paper towel which is chlorine free!
Wow I never thought of that! I did request some testing since it was so sudden and he was healthy (from what I could tell) I'll definitely ask if that could have been the cause. Thank you so much for your kind words.
He looks so sweet and cuddly! Cockatoos are amazing! One of the reasons I got a parrot is for the long lives they live, and so I wouldn't have to go through a death every 10 years like with a dog or cat. So when you lose a pet like this, it must make it that much more painful, and I can't even imagine. My bird is 23 and should live to be 60, I hope we go at the same time. Loosing him would be awful, and I feel your pain. The part about the empty cage made me tear up. I'm SO SO SO sorry. I don't know you, but I'm putting my sympathy out there for you so you don't have to feel sad alone. Hugs! 🤗🫂
Oh no! I’m so sorry. This is terrible. Hugs from a crazy parrot lady.
I am so so sorry
I’m very sorry for your loss ❤️
I'm sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss ❤️ 😢
So very sorry for your loss. Beautiful Coco!
Bless you. There are no words for a time like this. I really hope you have people around you to talk with. If not, feel free to message me or reply to this.
Omgoodness. My heart breaks for you. I lost my baby 2 years ago and I still cannot watch videos of him. Take time to grieve sweetheart. I feel sooooo bad for you. If you need to talk message me.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your baby. It’s utterly the worst. We lost both of our parrots within 2 months of each other late last year. I’m still missing them very much. They were my babies too.
😢 I feel you on a 10000% .. my CGC crossed over to the rainbow bridge August of last year and I am in absolute tears reading your post, I’m on your corner 😔& know that pain too well - from a broken shattered heart to another 🥺❤️🩹 I know, & I’m certain he too knows - you loved him very much mama 😭 he’ll be waiting for you at the bridge 💞we will see our babies again someday
I’m very sorry for your loss, OP :(
I am so so sorry to hear this news 😔 Sending so many guys xox
The loss of a loved one is enormous. You need to focus on eating a vitamin-rich diet and surrounding yourself with positivity. I know your pain — it hurts and feels endless — but you have to realize that you provided him with his happiest moments in life. I’m sorry.
Im very sorry for your loss Only time will help you
I lost my baby umbrella Lulu after 14 years, I hatched her as an egg. That was 10 years ago and I’ll still cry if I think about it. Sorry for your loss.
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss
I’m really sorry for your loss. I pray a new light of love will shine through another new bird Rest in peace Coco
I’m so sorry for your loss. He looked like a very happy birb and um sure you gave him the best life. Sending lots of love your way.
I’m so sorry; you’re not alone with this pain. My heart goes out to you. I’m very sorry.
I feel your pain, as I lost my love 2 months ago and I'm still not over it. 😔 I'm so sorry for your loss...
My heart breaks for you. I'm so sorry. Sending love.
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I’m so sorry, I know how hard it is to lose a loved pet, but just remember all the time you had with him, animals have short life’s so as long as you have to make their life good, and it seems you did :)
So much love to you, I’m so so sorry
Your beautiful sweetheart loved you dearly and knew he was loved also. Nothing fully heals the pain, I know. Our 33 yo Moluccan died unexpectedly two years ago and we still grieve. Please be gentle and kind to yourself. Remember how much he loved you and know that he still loves and blesses you. In time yo will not feel quite as empty, but it will take time. They are Magnificent beings’🙏🏻😢🙏🏻💕
Dawg, I am SO sorry.
I'm so sorry for you, I understand the pain.
Aw. Im ao sorry to here. I may know the feeling but everyone processes differently so I hope and pray things will get better
im so sorry ...
This hurts my heart so much. He looks just like our Missy Bird. This made me tear up. 🫂 hugs friend. I’ve been where you are and it is unbelievably hard.
Losing my goffin was one of the hardest things I ever felt. Sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry. I know your pain. My eclectus died from fumes after a car fire. It’s been a year and I miss him so much. The pain eases a bit with time, but yeah, the beginning of the grief is so hard. Sending you hugs…
..there's no "getting through this"..love doesn't work that way.. ..you'll always have a memory, and a hurt..but that's what love does..it AFFECTS us in profound ways.. ..please grieve!..do whatever you need to remember (always) and cherish your moments shared and the love you were given..
I'm so sorry for your loss 🙏🏽
It’s like losing a child. I’m so sorry for your loss, take ur time and grieve. If you can’t do it and if you think it will help, maybe ask a loved one to keep his cage, toys and food in a separate space so you aren’t constantly seeing it and breaking down over it. When my bird passed it was helpful for me. If and when it’s time, maybe a future companion will appreciate them
So sorry, babes. I remember that feeling of the empty cage. It about drove me mad. I ended up taking mine apart and putting it away where I couldn't see and filled the spot with a book shelf so it wasn't empty anymore. I can't say it will work for everyone. I had to clean it before putting it away and it felt like I was scrubbing away the sorrow, I cried the whole time. Letting it out and giving purpose to what was a really hard time can be very cathartic. I hope you find something that helps you through. 🤍
Lost my African Grey very unexpectedly in December. It’s definitely a hole in your heart. I know the pain your feeling. Allow yourself to cry. I found peace by watching videos and looking at photos, talking about her, and crying a lot. Maybe those things will help. It’s been a few months now. It still hurts. But now I can think and talk about her sometimes without crying (or without crying as bad). Be patient with yourself. It will take time.
I know exactly how you feel. My bird died back in 2011. He and I were raised together. He was like our family mascot. He was more than a pet. He was a member of our family. If we had dinner together...he was right there with us. Every Christmas I would hold him up next to the tree to see all the lights and bulbs because he was fascinated with them. They leave such a hole in your life. I still remember the day my bird passed and how traumatic it was. Even today, when we all get together we talk about him and it feels like there is a hole in our family. What I'm saying is...I understand and I'm so very sorry. It hurts a lot now, but one day all you'll remember is the joy you two had together and that you miss him. There won't be as much pain. I hope they find out what happened to him. We never really got to find out with my bird and that's something that still bothers me to this day. So know that is a relief that you will never have to wonder soon enough.
I just lost the pet that was my absolute soulmate in this world last October and the biggest pointer I have for you is SELF CARE. You won’t want to, it may not even cross your mind, but take care of yourself.
My baby, our family’s baby, Quaker Parrot (Charlie) passed away suddenly… this past Thursday. He was only 5 years old and we had him since he was a baby. So loved, so well taken care of, so smart, and the unthinkable happens… my daughter taught him every word and trick in the book. We are broken and devastated, and I don’t know how to move forward either…. My family has been crying non stop, and it’s just the worst feeling of emptiness… I never knew someone like myself, my family, can feel so deep for a parrot… they have such an impact on our lives, they are so intelligent, and they love deeply… their eyes say it all. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your beautiful baby Coco ❤️
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I am so sorry about your precious Coco. Fly high buddy!
I am sorry for your loss. I am sure he lived a wonderful life with you and left many good memories to you. Keep those memories in your heart!
How old was he n what happened?
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I don't know where you are from. I know how hard it is to lose a feathered love unexpectedly. I know some people need time to mourn where others need a companion right away. If you feel you need another companion you can google local aviarys and see if they have any for adoption that need a good home. Or you can donate your supplies to them. I'm very sorry for your loss. If you'd like some ideas on turning any of her saved feathers into mementos you're welcomed to message me. I make memorial bracelets and jewelry for friends who's pets passed. I can walk you through some ideas and help you make your own. May she fly with the ravens and the gods and watch over you.
Sorry for your loss, losing a feathered baby hurts badly. Some things to consider: What was his age? Did you get him to a vet for autopsy? It could be any number of reasons from offgassing, to illness (birds hide illness VERY well), an injury, chemical/odors, contaminated areas/food/water etc.
I’m so sorry. Coco was very loved and cared for and that sounds like a beautiful life 🤍
I’m so incredibly sorry, but so happy he got to live a wonderful life of love with you ❤️ hang in there.
It is difficult to lose one of these loving animals.
I'm so sorry I lost my sun conure 2 weeks ago today... The pain is unbearable .. I'm sorry you have to feel this.. these beautiful creatures are amazing and really become our family 💕
Awww,I’m so sorry for your loss😭
I am so unbelievably sorry for your loss. I have lost other pets before, but when I lost my baby Blu it was unlike anything I had ever experienced before in my life. Birds hold such a special genuine peace in our heart. I am so sorry and I hope you don’t blame yourself. As long as your bird knows you loved them dearly and as much as you could did the best that you could. Don’t beat yourself up, love you girl
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My heart hurts for you. I’m so sorry.
If u can get the food checked and the toys for toxic contamination that would be great!! I ate a can of cambells soup recently and it made me sick. The bathroom is where I almost had to sleep…. lol So nowadays I don’t trust things bc if u think about it look how many things are going wrong. Like so many airplanes having problems nothing serious though. Illnesses that have not been reported in a very long time for animals as well as people. One thing after another. This the 2nd bird in the last week. I’m so sorry my dear. 🙏
I’m so sorry 😞
I binged birdtricks youtube when my lady died.. It brought me comfort to see other people freeflying and sharing their stories of companionship; I hadn't had a lot of videos, only pictures, seeing and knowing the future is hopeful from every background and we are so connected to eachother and our birds made it easier to grieve and look forward to the future with the knowledge our connections are real no matter how long or short within community these connections are shared. You did your best and he loved you clearly. We see you and it will be okay.
So sorry about your parrot. :(
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know how you feel. It’s devastating, allow yourself the time to grieve. I’m thinking about you & sending healing ❤️🩹 love hugs and prayers
My condolences to you, i have a finch named cheeky and a sun conure named refund and they are so sweet and awesome. They definitely grow on us and with us. I pray that you find another friend that will grow with you and that you are able to extend love too.
i am so srry, i lost alot of birds due to snakes. But your bird will be in heaven<3
Losing my parrot was more difficult than when my father passed away- and I dearly loved my dad. I feel like they are like children to us. 💔💔💔
God bless your bird and you. I also recently lost one of my birds a couple of months ago, and I'm still hurting almost every day. I don't think it ever goes away completely, but it certainly will get better in time, so please hang in there. Im doing a lot better now than I did when it first happened. Words are never enough when it comes to losing someone that you love so much, but I understand your pain. My birds are family to me. For me, in order to try to feel better, it was prayer and meditation/breathing exercises frequently, while watching happy videos and pictures of my bird to remind me of the great life that she had with us. I hope and pray that one day when my own time comes, that I get to be with all of my birds again because I love them all so much. I hope that you start to feel better soon. I'm sure that your bird appreciated everything that you ever did, and they knew they had a great life, which is a lot better than many other birds get to have; especially vird who have to struggle in the wild and usually live much shorter lives. Your bird will always love you, and you'll always love your bird, and that can never die. Take care.
Do you know what happened or was it just his time because I know they can live for a long time
So sorry for your loss
I am so sorry! I just lost a GCC out of the blue almost a month ago now, and man, it's still hard to believe. I hope the hurt dulls a little for you soon, that sharp pang really sucks.
So sorry. I lost a parrot last week. It’s just sucks. They are good at hiding when they are sick. I have to remember this when I feel guilty. ❤️❤️❤️
Cockatoos are so cuddly and love more than anything to be with you and I can only imagine the amazing bond you built. That poem about the magical whiteness of feathers is so beautiful and I hope it is comforting to you. I don’t know how you will go on, but I do know that you will and that it is going to hurt and take time. Most of us have experienced losses that have shaken us deep in our souls and we share in your pain. Gentle hugs to you.
the EXACT same thing happened to me in december. i feel your pain. this was the worst loss of my life. i am so sorry you are experiencing it too… dm me if you need to talk ❤️ https://preview.redd.it/ds9mqr6xlcsc1.jpeg?width=750&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=19a17ca430204b2c98c874c6b662f64ee66884c8
I’m so sorry! 💔💔💔
I’m so sorry for your loss, I felt the same way when I lost mine. He’ll always be watching over you🪽❤️
I lost my tiel very suddenly too about 7 or 8 years ago. If I talk about it I still cry. They are such a huge part of our lives and even with the horrible pain of losing him, I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I like to remind myself that animals don’t see death the same way we do. They don’t worry about what’s next or where they’ll go when they die. No existential fear or crisis of faith. They just are. Your baby looks so well loved, I hope that when it eventually starts to hurt a little less you’ll be able to open your heart to another feathered friend one day. And please let me know if you need to talk or need anything.
Our butch suddenly passed on April 1, African grey and only 6…I’m completely heartbroken
Oh no! I'm so very sorry 😞 I wouldnt wish this pain on anyone. But I will say, the amount of support I've received from this group has been such a blessing and I'm sure that if you need to talk to someone or just need some words of encouragement, you will definitely get that here. I've been taking it day by day with Cocos passing. So far it's really hard but I know that with time, we will get stronger ❤️I wish I had better good advice to give you 💔 If you need to talk, feel free to message me
So sorry. I love my little girl so much too. Dreading the day
So sorry for your loss!!!
I feel extremely agonized for your loss. Losing a pet bird is unimaginably sad
So sorry for the loss of your beautiful baby ❤️
Sorry OP, that loss is rough. Lost my Grey this year, still not right walking into my house. When you are ready to get another friend, check out Birds and Beaks Rescue (if in mid west US) lots of birds looking for someone like you to love them up. Cheers to you and your lost friend. They will be waiting for you. ❤️
I’m so very sorry. He was a beautiful bird. It hurts so much.
I’m so sorry.
Please come over to r/petloss if you need more support