Happy JJ :-)

This little patient of Dr Kathy's is so happy that he is singing about it :-). But can you identify the 2nd tune? (ps it is not a Christmas tune).

Photos from Dr Kathy Fearnside - Avian Vet, Small Animals and Exotics Vet's post

Last week Dr Kathy and the aunties had an unusual visit from this fuzzy little one. Isn't he just the cutest? We certainly thought so!

Photos from Dr Kathy Fearnside - Avian Vet, Small Animals and Exotics Vet's post

This cheeky cockatiel got herself roped up in a bad situation! The owners of this feathered friend brought her in for an annual health check 2 weeks ago. Dr Kathy discovered that she had eaten a part of a rope toy that was her Christmas present. It was just a very lucky coincidence that she came in for her check up before she became sick. Dr Kathy knew she had to act quickly to retrieve the rope toy from her crop. She has since recovered beautifully after her operation and receiving some tender loving care from her owners. It is very important to make sure your bird has nothing "string like" in their cage to avoid a situation like this. Fluffy toys and rope toys can be very dangerous. Dr Kathy and the team are very pleased with such a happy outcome for this sweet little girl.

Hills District Veterinary Hospital

Hills District Veterinary Hospital

Thank you all the wonderful people who attended the funeral for Ky with us today. ❤ If you have an emergency with a bird today please contact either Bird and Exotics vet at Waterloo 9319 6111 or Railway Row vet at Emu Plains 4735 3268.

Photos from Dr Kathy Fearnside - Avian Vet, Small Animals and Exotics Vet's post

Here's a dramatic Before & After of a star patient from today. Remember, a birds beak is often a sign of their general health and a healthy bird should never need a beak trim, so if there's anything amiss with your feathered friends' face, give us a call and make an appointment for a health check. Not only did this little one get a fabulous facelift, but her human is also armed with a plan of action to treat the underlying health conditions that led to the overgrown beak. It will take some time, but we're confident they can manage it together!

Timeline Photos

Remember this little cutie who had a broken leg? He's splint-free and doing very well now!

Timeline Photos

The sweet baby came in for his first recheck today and is doing very well. He somehow managed to break his little leg a week ago, so he met Dr Kathy and she gave him a feather-matching splint to get everything back on the right track. His humans (big and small) are taking good care of him while he heals and he's making fantastic progress. See you next week, little man! <3

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A member of the public called us today after it was discovered that a family of Rosellas had nested in her roof insulation! Mum & Dad weren't there when the nest was found, but these sweet babies were. They're now with a carer to be hand-raised, as the roof had to be re-wired and re-insulated. No doubt being missed by Mum & Dad, but at least they're safe! Good luck, little ones. <3

Photos from Dr Kathy Fearnside - Avian Vet, Small Animals and Exotics Vet's post

We had this little cutie in for his first health check today. We don't know how a 39g baby can steal your heart, but he certainly does!

Photos from Dr Kathy Fearnside - Avian Vet, Small Animals and Exotics Vet's post

Aunty Ky has welcomed two new members into her family; Barney & Fred, the baby budgies. Both boys are enjoying their new surroundings and exploring the world around them - Fred particularly likes momma glasses! Doctor Kathy has been a wonderful help/soundingboard throughout the adoption process <3

Photos from Dr Kathy Fearnside - Avian Vet, Small Animals and Exotics Vet's post

Now this is what we call an interesting week - and it's not even a quarter of the patients seen!