My tiel is gone, need some advice

[tiel]

My baby passed away just 2 days ago, it was hard for me. I have had her since I was born she was about 23 y/o + when she passed away. It was a huge shock. I have one female left, same age, and I don't want her to be alone so I am thinking that I should get a companion for her, she seems very sad and distressed, I really don't know what do... Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[Lori~D]

All I can say is ADOPT! Sorry for your loss and at the same time welcome to BB. MAybe think of adopting a tiel from a shelter near you. Look on Petfinders....there are so many needing new homes. esp the poor ones who never got tamed as no one wants them.

[Joel]

I think a companion for her would be a good idea. Just folllow the rules of safe introduction.

Adopting is great if you don't mind having a rescue or foundation etc. sticking their noses into your personal business. If you do mind that, as I do, keep your eyes open & adopt from a private person.

[Greycloud]

I am so sorry you have lost your longtime friend. It is hard, and over time you will just remember the happy times you shared with her. I agree you current older tiel would benefit from a friend. But it is important to quarentine and do a slow introduction to your new tiel. Do not buy from a pet store. Go to a rescue or look for someone rehoming. After quarentine put the new bird in a separate cage next to your established bird, for a while before introducing to the same cage. Again, so sorry for your loss. Fly free little birdie, fly free.

[Milletman]

I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. I know it is very painful since you didn't just lose a bird, you lost a member of your family. It seems like your bird lived a very long time, which is a testament to the great care she must have received.

As someone who lost a bird recently, I would say give yourself a little time. You need some time to work through your loss. You can research the various organizations that offer adoptions on-line, and when the right opportunity presents itself, you will know. I agree with the others that a very gradual introduction is the way to go so as not to stress out or put your bird at risk.

Give lots and lots of extra attention to your remaining bird; it will make you both feel better as you grieve the loss of your other bird and help with the healing process.

[KGWatkins]

I, too, suggest adopting, and I would suggest adopting an older bird (maybe not as old as your own) so that they energy levels are the same and your current girl can keep up. Plus, older tiels (or any pet) hardly ever get adopted, which is sad.

[LovelySydney]

I am sorry to hear of your loss - 23 is a milestone! I know how hard this can be to lose a cherished pet. I agree, you should look into a rescue or possibly a bird that needs rehoming. Babies are fun but older birds need homes too.

[asulli]

I am so very sorry for your loss. I know that you must be devastated. It seems that because of the great love that you had for your baby you are able to open your heart to a little one that is out there that needs you.

There are so many lovely wonderful birds out there that need someone to love them and understand them. I know that one will find its way to you.

RIP little one --- and know you were truly loved.