I love you, Nelly.

[Dogz]

I can't believe I am making a thread like this.

Nelly was out of his cage, and my mom had opened up all of the windows to 'let some fresh air in'. She "forgot" that one of the windows didn't have a screen. Nelly was due for his wings to be clipped. He came flying into the kitchen as he always does when we are eating, only he didn't stop. He went into the other room and my mom ran in after him. I jumped up, and I heard my mom scream, "Holy ****, he flew out the window!" I said, "You are lying!" Then I ran outside and saw Nelly, in the sky. He circled, swooped, and now... he's gone. I fell like such a bad mom. Ugh, I feel horrible. I needed to let that out. I have been crying almost non-stop for three days. I didn't go to school. I was just sick to my stomach. I can't sleep.



Nelly was the best cockatiel that I could ever imagine. I can just remember the day that I met her. We were made for each other. I could feel it that day, and I still do.



That is the reason I have been gone for a while, if you noticed. Also, on Saturday, there was a thunder/lightning storm, and the internet crashed.

[Nomilynn]

omg I'm so very sorry That's awful I hope you feel better. And, sometimes, people get their birds back. Maybe you can make a couple posters or let a couple vets/shelters he's missing? I will be thinking of you guys.

[slleipnir]

I don't know what to say other then I'm sorry..

[Logan]

I am so sorry. I can't imagine how I would feel if one of mine were to escape like that. It reminds me that both of mine need to be clipped as well. I will make the appointment tomorrow, for sure, just for that reason.

Can you put Nelly's cage outside with some tempting food? Perhaps it would help! And definitely get in touch with every vet, pet store, animal shelter, etc in your area. I have heard remarkable stories of recoveries after this kind of posting. If someone does find her, the first thing they will do is go shop for a cage, or seek advice. It couldn't hurt.

Best of luck, and many prayer for you and Nelly.

[trayi52]

We had a bird get out like that one time, and we put its cage out with the door open and food and water and he came back.

Checking with neighbors is a good idea. They may have seen him. I have been wondering where you were! Now I know, I hope Nelly finds his way back to his mommy. I will keep you and Nelly in my prayers. I am so sorry, I know how much you love Nelly.

Willie

[Dogz]

Originally posted by Logan

Can you put Nelly's cage outside with some tempting food?

Done.

He knows it is there too. After he flew we heard him in the woods. My dad used his binoculars and actually found her. We went to the bottom of the very high tree and tried to coax him down. We put his cage and tempting food at the bottom.

Thank you for the advice, I will get it touch with my veternarian. The only bad part is, is that the vet that is nearest to us is a half hour away, and it is not an avian veteranarian.

Thank you for all the kind words, everyone.

[Logan]

I mean call EVERY Vet in your area (even those that aren't Avian vets), EVERY Pet Store (especially these), EVERY shelter. You never know when she might decide she's ready to go inside and someone will get her and start wondering what to do! If you have a picture, put it on a flyer and post it everywhere, especially in all of these places. She might come back. Keep up the hope!!!! I certainly will!!

[Kfamr]

I hope whatever happens that she finds a safe place to stay, hopefully at home where she belongs, with you her LOVING mommy. Don't blame it on yourself at all, because it isn't your fault.

{{HUGS}}

[G.P.girl]

Oh i'm so so sorry {{hugs}}

[popcornbird]

OMG!! Not Nelly!!!! {{{hugs Emma}}}

Emma, DON'T give up! I also go to a cockatiel board and cannot tell you how many people's birds flew away, and they got them back, after a few days, weeks, even months. There is hope! Post signs EVERYWHERE. Inform every pet store and every vet in the area. Tell neighbors, tell kids in the area that play outside and may sight him. Whatever you do, don't lose hope. I will be praying hard for Nelly's safe return. I know you love that bird so much. May God bring him back to you, safely, and soon. Keep us updated.

*hugs*

Come back NelNel!

[jenfer]

I am sorry to hear that. Hope Nelly will come home soon!

[Dogz]

Thank you all, for the sweet words. I am going to get started today on making posters, calling, etc. I just want my baby back.

Thank you so much, SCP, and KayAnn, those both made me feel better. You are too kind.

[bluekat]

I'm so sorry {{{hugs}}}
Don't give up yet...Nelly will come back. I'm sure he'll want to come back home.
Hope the posters work. I'll be keeping you in my htoughts and prayers. Keep us updated!

[wolfie]

Oh I'm so sorry!

I hope Nelly comes back home.

[micki76]

I'm so sorry, Emma. I'll be praying Nelly comes home soon. Don't give up, my friend's tiel got out and came home several days later. She walked out the front door and TooToo was in the bush by the front window!