Yacolt Quakers Survival Story Yacolt, Washington USA!

A Peek into the future by a new fledgling Quaker from Yacolt Washington.(Photos by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)


(Photo by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)

(Photo by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)

(Photo by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)

(Photos by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)

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11-27-08 A Thankful Bird on Thanksgiving Day. (Graphic Content)

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I received a call from a woman in distress. She was not able to care for this bird or pay for its medical needs.At first glance this wonderful female Crested Cockatoo appears to be normal, but if you look close at her feet you’ll notice some deformity due to possible improper housing and a selection of the wrong sized perch.
This sweet Cockatoo
(that we will name “Ouch” to protect the identity of her prior owner)
has a behavioral problem.

Ouch, who arrived from Las Vegas recently, possibly did not like the sounds of the new environment of the home she just move to. On the other hand, perhaps she did not like the other animals or the Northwest rains.The wonderful woman who called us explained that she rescued Ouch from her old neighbor in Las Vegas who was forced to move.
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I was told that when the kids from the local school got of the local bus nearby that they tormented this Cockatoo. This may be the true reason Ouch began to self mutilate.

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Garth Noggle mixes a cocktail of medication to calm Ouch and gives her comfort &constant supervision.

Click on image to see at the damage Ouch inflicted upon herself within a few minutes time.

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After “Ouch” tore, open her leg. She was immediately brought to our favorite local avian DMV, Dr. Judd Witherspoon of VCA East Mill Plain Animal Hospital.

Dr. Witherspoons assistant holds” Ouch” to reassure this Cockatoo she will be fine after its surgery.

She had twelve stitches applied to close this wound. She is stable now. However, she will need to be under constant supervision for the next few weeks. Then just 10 days of antibiotics.

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A Special thanks to the staff of Dr. Judd Witherspoon & VCA East Mill Plain Animal Hospital located here in Vancouver, Washington. U.S.A.

Ouch is on the mend accepting medication & a sip of water. She now is living in housing quarters ten times the size of the cage she was picked up from.

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Tuesday 11-25-08 A Rescue Call.

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Tuesday 11-25-08 Rescue Call.

At 6:01 PM I received a call from a doctor who explained to me has a falcon or hawk in route to their office. This bird was found in a backyard lying on the ground. At first glance, it appeared to be an American Kestrel.

Upon further examination I discovered that it was a Merlin with an apparent compound fracture to it's wing.
After we x- rayed we discovered that it has a compound fracture.
(Click on image of this x-ray and look at the right wing near the cavity.)
I gave him a calm coo to let him know it is safe.

Garth Noggle assist in helping this injured bird.We were observed by “Goldie Jane” the Blue and Gold Macaw.

Garth Noggle takes a few photos during this procedure.

Photo wrapping the tape around the body of the bird.

After stabilizing the wing...

...it was time to place him in a safe environment.

We placed the bird in a brooder.
(A stabilized controlled environmental housing)

Garth Noggle gives him a smile reassuring the bird he will be fine.

Then Garth offers him some supper.

Then I coax him to eat!

And eat he did.

Now its time for some rest .

Now he is happy and out of pain.

Moreover,he is ready for transport to the avian wildlife veterinary specialist.

One more bird safe from the elements of a growing city.

Sunday November 23rd, 2008

Sunday November 23rd, 2008 7:14 am Rescue Call..

Sunday morning a Good Samaritan named Anthony called his local police department in Woodland, Washington, who then transferred the call to the Washington State Patrol. They had him contact us about an injured goose he and his dog discovered in his front yard.

The goose was found on the ground with apparent head and body injuries.

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After a few calls we agreed to meet at the closest Emergency Veterinary office.

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At first glance into the carrier I noticed a lethargic goose and a little blood on the floor of the carrier.

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I immediately wrapped up this goose and examined her. The bird was frightened but alert.

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I gently picked up this apparent hen goose.
There where no visible shoulder or wing injuries.
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I discovered injuries to it's lower left leg.

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If you look close you’ll notice there are signs of head trauma.
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The apparent female goose was bleeding from its beak.
It was time to transfer the bird to the sanctuary for further examination
and
rehabilitation.
After examination she examines her new sleeping quarters.
She then discovers lunch nearby.
She has her own private pool!
She feels safe,especially after a warm greeting from our curious residents
“Aflack & Quakers”.
“Aflack & Quakers" announce a few words of encouragement
to tell her that she is in a safe environment. The newly arrived injured goose settles right in for a nap.

As I closed her secure pen I glanced back at the goose I’ve named “Hope”.

I look to the right and view her new pool .

Then I look up at the sanctuary security camera in her pen.

I know she feels safe and I feel safe knowing I can keep her comfortable.

I'll keep a watchfull eye on her from above.