Hey guys! Im really worried and concerned about my budgie boy, Kipper, whos about 11/12ish years old and is having some really bad foot problems.
A few weeks ago, I noticed what looked like his toe joints swelling, and wasnt sure if medical attention was something I should look into immediately or not. I also had a close friend visiting and staying with us for about a week so I thought Id wait it out and see how it was by the time my friend was gone. By then, he was getting these white (almost pimple looking?) bumps on his right foot where some of the swelling was. Ever since, the white bump has started to get bigger, and he has continued to try and use that foot less and less. His dropping are more watery than usual also. He is still eating and drinking, will hop onto my finger still (seemingly uncomfortably because he stumbles a little), and will still preen himself, but most other things he does like tweeting and playing with his toys is something he is not doing at this point. His feathers are pretty puffed up too, so I know hes uncomfortable.
Below is a photo from today
Below is a photo from a little less than a week ago
Below is a photo of the initial swelling (approx 1 an a half weeks ago/2 weeks ago)
I have him scheduled for the soonest the only avian vet in my area could get him in (Thursday next week), but Im worried I may need him to be checked on sooner, maybe if I can find an emergency vet that works with birds. I don’t know if anyone might have some insight on what I might be able to do in the meantime, but even just some thoughts and prayers for my boy would mean a lot to me right now. Kipper has been my best birdy buddy for over half my life and he means a lot to me 💗
