Featherheads Bird Rescue

26/08/2024

WEATHER WARNING - from Tasmanian Weather Watch

Very rarely do we get a Severe Weather Warning for the entire state and even more rarely for the Bureau of Meteorology to warn for Locally Destructive winds excess of 125km/h for some areas!!!
Please don't take it lightly as it's going to be a rough ride over the next few days with Damaging winds continuing into Wednesday before finally easing Thursday morning.
Renewed Strong to Damaging winds again expected into the upcoming weekend!
Re - posting Warning from before:
Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING, LOCALLY DESTRUCTIVE WINDS
For people in King Island, Furneaux Islands, Western, Upper Derwent Valley, South East, North East, East Coast, North West Coast, Central North, Central Plateau and Midlands Forecast Districts.
Issued at 11:13 am Monday, 26 August 2024.
DAMAGING TO LOCALLY DESTRUCTIVE WINDS DEVELOPING FROM TUESDAY MORNING.
Weather Situation: A cold front forecast to cross Tasmania on Tuesday evening is expected to bring very strong north-westerly winds across Tasmania from Tuesday morning.
For NORTHERN TASMANIA: DAMAGING NORTHWESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are expected to develop from late Tuesday morning.
For WESTERN, SOUTHERN, AND EASTERN TASMANIA: DAMAGING NORTHWESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts of around 110 km/h are expected to develop during Tuesday morning.
Locally DESTRUCTIVE NORTHWESTERLY WINDS, averaging 60 to 80 km/h with peak gusts in excess of 125 km/h are likely about elevated terrain and parts of the East Coast between Swansea and Orford from late Tuesday morning.
Winds are expected to ease about southern and eastern areas, and DESTRUCTIVE WINDS are expected to cease, during Tuesday night behind the cold front.
However, DAMAGING WESTERLY WINDS are likely to continue about western and northern coasts during Wednesday.
Locations which may be affected include Devonport, Burnie, Launceston, St Helens, Swansea, Strahan, New Norfolk and Hobart.
Few Things you should do right now!!!
> Check that family and neighbours are aware of warnings.
> Secure outdoor items including furniture and play equipment.
> Move cars away from trees.
> Manage pets and livestock
> Stay updated with ABC radio or check www.ses.tas.gov.au for further advice. we will also be moving to a Severe Weather Mode and be posting updates very often.
Kit up!!!
> A battery-operated or wind-up radio ( Smartphones also can use AM / FM radio using a headphone set
> Fully charged Power bank to keep Smartphones Charged
> A torch or other source of battery-operated lighting (don't include candles as this can create a fire risk)
> Spare batteries and chargers
> First aid kit and any medications essential to you and your family’s health
> Special items for any vulnerable people, such as babies
> Portable generators If you have one but not everyone has one
> Gas barbecue for outdoor cooking ( If you have one ) or Non-perishable food and water 3 - 4 days supply if you are in a rural area.
> Utensils and a can opener
> Blankets and warm clothing
> Things to do puzzles, crafty things, board games are always fun!
Handy Contact info:
> Power outages and report a fault or fallen powerline - 132 004
> For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132500.
> For life threating emergencies 000
> Write down Phone numbers of Family and Friends / Work / insurance phone Numbers etc
During Severe Weather you should:
> Remain indoors and avoid travel if possible
> Close your curtains and blinds, and stay inside away from windows.
> Be alert and watch for hazards on the road such as fallen power lines and loose debris. Be aware of flooded roads and remember to Never drive, walk or ride through floodwaters
> Be careful of fallen trees, damaged buildings and debris.
> Be careful of fallen power lines. They are dangerous and should always be treated as live.
> If safe to do so Assess your home, car and property for damage.
> If damage has occurred take photos and contact your insurance company to organise permanent repairs.
> your home or property has significant damage, like a badly damaged roof or flooding, contact the SES on 132500

17/08/2024

Owner found!!!

And thank the gods for that. It is the one from Clarendon Vale, after a chat with her Parront, she was able to provide the missing details needed to confirm ownership.

Edit 2: I can't believe I have to say this, but please don't message abuse.

I have had someone saying they will "be on my doorstep" amongst other things which I take very seriously and have filed a police report.

Edit to add: I am getting a lot of people claiming it's their bird.

PLEASE BE PATIENT while I assess her behaviour and characteristics. These traits will only become apparent when she has settled in and become comfortable around me.

I will not be taking calls for this; please send me an inbox with where you lost her from, and any characteristics/behaviours/identifying features.

FOUND - Alexandrine hen, Rokeby

This lovely lady (or boy if it's full grown but less than a couple of years, but it seems mature) was found in Rokeby and handed in to the Animal Emergency Vet. So far, no one has claimed her. If in a couple of weeks there is no sign of her home, I will be looking at a foster-to-adopt, but for the time being please get in touch if she belongs to you.

There are a couple of identifying features the owner will need to provide as proof of parrontship.

14/08/2024

Can you spare a few dollars?

Featherheads relies on donations to help pay the vet bills and the account is currently empty, with some vet bills outstanding and an appointment tomorrow that will add onto it.

I currently pay for most things out of my own pocket, but would really appreciate anyone who might be able to spare a couple of dollars to put towards feed and vet bills.

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12/08/2024

Still accepting applications!

~☆ASSISTED ADOPTION☆~

SOUTHERN TAS

Three young conures

Two boys and one girl, all siblings approx 1yo, are in need of new homes, preferably together.

Please send me a pic of your set up with information about yourself - and please note, I may take longer to reply as I am currently navigating a turbulent sea after the loss of one of my closest friends.

But these birds are needing help... so if you can, get in touch.

03/08/2024

Shout out to Petstock Sorell for a lovely donation of close-to-date and expired bags of egg and biscuit, lorikeet mix and more!

There's one thing I really hate in this world, and that's waste. These bags would have been thrown away because they are past their "best before" - even though the product can have a very long shelf life, and even be frozen (depends on the product of course).

Rather than do that, the Sorell team reached out and asked if I could use them, and I sure can!

Thanks guys!

31/07/2024

MONTY IS ADOPTED 😭 He is going to a great home where he can have a girlfriend!

It's been a busy few weeks at Featherheads with a number of birds needing new homes at both ends of the state.

Please see attached photos for more information, adoption fees may apply. Please get in touch if interested.

(More will be added shortly, there are two conures in Devonport needing new homes, two zebra finches, and a turtledove)

22/07/2024

This bird is currently staying with me until it's home is found! Please get in touch if you think it might be yours.

FOUND – BIRD – GEILSTON BAY (CLARENCE CC REGION) 22/07/2024

A canary has been found in Geilston Bay today and is currently in the care of Featherheads Bird Rescue. If anyone is missing one, please get in touch!

PHONE: Featherheads Bird Rescue - 0407 148 000

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Triple M Hobart

(Debbie)

16/07/2024

Great news for pet owners with the liberal government tabling legislation to allow tenants to keep pets in rentals.

With this legislation a tenant would only have to notify the landlord that they would be keeping a pet, without having to ask permission.

When I was renting, thankfully I didn't have many issues with landlords/agents not allowing pets, but I have friends who have had to rehome their birds because it was too hard to find a property with them.

Other people have surrendered their bird or rehomed it because they weren't allowed to take them with them, which is heartbreaking for the owners and the pets.

Hopefully this legislation passes and allows pets and their people to stay together ❤️

Under new laws, Tasmanian landlords will have little say on whether a pet can be brought to live on their property. While some have praised the change, the state's real estate body says more protections should be put in place to safeguard investors.

14/07/2024

☆PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUCEMENT☆

☆☆PLEASE MICROCHIP YOUR BIRDS!☆☆

Recently a macaw was found in Bridgewater and while it has thankfully been reunited with its parront, there were multiple people trying to claim it as theirs.

All of this hassle would be non-existent if the bird was microchipped or tagged.

Microchipping is painless (usually done under mild sedation), cheap, and is a unique identifier that serves only to reunite lost pets.

Dogs and cats are required by law to be microchipped - its a shame this is something we can't enforce with birds.

Microchips come in different sizes - as small as a grain of rice - and can be fitted to birds as small as budgies.

It also doesn't have to be for expensive, valuable birds like macaws.

If your bird is valuable to YOU, then please consider doing this for peace of mind.

I highly recommend Mayfair Veterinary Clinic as the clinic to get it done - they are gentle and professional bird lovers.

Please share and spread the word - it's not common knowledge that birds can be microchipped but it really should be!

09/07/2024

Theo thinks he is Jesus because I kissed his feet.

06/07/2024

Stuck for enrichment ideas?

Think outside the box - literally! This cat scratching mat was perfect to hide sunflower seeds in... Lulu had a fabulous time shredding it to find all the treats while I was at work.

Seagrass mats from Bunnings are also a very cost-effective toy that you can stuff with fresh grass. Just make sure you wash it in hot water and sun dry, as the mats are treated with an insecticide called bromide.

04/07/2024

MISSING – BIRD – MOUNTAIN RIVER / GROVE (HUON VALLEY REGION) 04/07/24

**UNRESOLVED** (21/7/2024)

Cockatiel, goes by the name Budgie. Was spooked and flew too far from home.

Very badly missed and loved. Please help keep an eye out for him.

He likes whistling to "always look on the bright side of life" and has a white patch on his head.

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Triple M Hobart

(Matt)

04/07/2024

Lulu the cockatoo came for a holiday stay while her parronts were off on their own adventure.

She had a fabulous time!

If you are going away, and need somewhere for your bird to stay, get in touch!

01/07/2024

It was so lovely to be a part of this "rescue" and its honestly one of the highlights of doing what we do.

While Buddy was easily identified by his deformities, many birds go missing and are found with no idea of who the owners are.

It is SO EASY to get your bird microchipped. It's done under sedation, there is minimal pain and it's also reasonably priced.

Mayfair Veterinary Clinic, who also helped in looking after Buddy, offer this service and I highly recommend them. Their care for birds is always exceptional.

Incredibly, Geeveston's Cassie Carver was reunited with her pet parrot - Buddy - 10 years after he escaped. Here's how the astounding reunion happened 👉 https://bit.ly/3RPaWBb

30/06/2024

Petra is a 1yo female sky cinnamon opaline budgie who has been with me for most of her life, and requires regular beak trimming to manage her underbite.

Underbites like this can have a variety of causes; genetics, inbreeding, poor feeding habits as a chick from the parents, and scaley mite.

It's hard to say whether genetics is the main cause of Petra's deformity, but I suspect she has other issues as this growth is only two weeks old.

Beaks don't normally grow this fast, so there's the possibility of something causing excess keratin production (hyperkeratosis) and possible liver issues. Fortunately her toenails don't need regular trimming as she has access to lots of eucalypt branches which keep them trim.

Petra is one of four budgies in the aviary that need regular beak maintenance. Two of those are deformities caused by scaley mite that wouldn't have happened if they had been treated when they developed symptoms - so it's a good idea to keep an eye on your flock and take precautions.

29/06/2024

Such a horrifying disease. Thanks to our moat we haven't had this spread to Tassie - yet. Please be vigilant!

What is Avian Influenza? Avian Influenza (commonly known as "Bird Flu") is a highly contagious viral infection in birds that is most commonly seen in poultry. Infections are considered either highly pathogenic (HPAI) or low pathogenic (LPAI). HPAI is serious and can be expected to cause up to a 100%...

27/06/2024

"Buddy" has been reunited! But what a story!

Buddy was lost about ten years ago in Kingston. His owners had given him up for dead :(

They were gobsmacked to see that the recently found bird matched their long lost pet, who was easily identifiable from a foot with missing toes. Buddy's owner was able to provide evidence that he was theirs and they have very happily taken him home.

The mystery remains though - who has looked after him for the past ten years? We would love to reach out to them to let them know Buddy is safe.

Also a great reminder that you can microchip birds! Its minimally invasive, cheap and a great way to ensure that if your bird gets found, they can be traced back to you.

26/06/2024

~☆ASSISTED REHOMING☆~

Francis the Turtledove
Southern Tas

Francis was found as a wild, injured fledgling and taken into care. Because of their introduced status, they are not allowed to be released and as such, she has been sharing an aviary with other doves.

However the OP is concerned that she doesn't have enough space and is scaring the diamond doves, which are about half the size, so we are looking into a potential rehoming.

If you can help, please get in touch!

11/06/2024

It's with great sadness that I announce that Nutmeg the cockatiel passed away today.

She arrived just over a month ago after being found in Clarendon Vale. She was badly injured, very underweight and had suspected liver disease.

Initially she was healing well, but somehow re-injured herself one night and never fully recovered. I suspect her possible advanced age, plus signs of liver disease and other issues, made healing hard and her poor body just wasn't able to cope.

I'm so sorry Nutmeg. You were spicy until the end.

She died warm, in my hands and with me telling her how much I loved her.

11/06/2024

This is appalling 😡 those poor birds!

STOLEN – MULTIPLE BIRDS – HOWRAH (CLARENCE CC REGION) 5/06/2024

UPDATE 11/6/2024: In a second reported theft - MULTIPLE BIRDS ARE HAVE NOW BEEN REPORTED AS STOLEN
Message from distressed owner: "We are in shock as the rest of our birds were stolen - our Kings, Barabands, Swift Parrots and 3 Galah cross Cockatoos."
The welfare of these stolen birds is of critical concern.

Hello, we had our aviaries broken into last night and our pair of red tailed Black Cockatoos and 2 blue and gold Macaws were stolen.

Anyone with information about the theft, suspicious activity in the area during the period or has been offered for sale these birds is asked to contact Bellerive Police Station, on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers at crimestopperstas.com.au or 1800 333 000. Information can be provided anonymously. Quote report number 3010 606 2024.

PHONE: Bellerive Police Station on 131 444

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Triple M Hobart

(Debbie)

11/06/2024

MISSING – BIRD – NICHOLLS RIVULET (HUON VALLEY CC REGION) 11/06/2024

**UNRESOLVED** (26/6/2024)

My cockatiel flew away late this morning from Underwoods Road in Nicholls Rivulet. Young female (presumed) cockatiel, very friendly, will be very tired. No leg band, name is Terrafractyl. Grey and white.

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Triple M Hobart

(Anne)

05/06/2024

Pending adoption!

01/06/2024

ADOPTED!

Still looking for that forever home! Surely someone would like an additional conure in their aviary?

Adopted!

POGO is still looking for his forever home!

~☆ASSISTED ADOPTION☆~

POGO the CONURE
Southern Tas

Pogo is a 6yo male conure who lost his mate not long ago and his parront is concerned he is lonely, and has decided to try and find him a new home with other conures in an aviary.

Pogo is not hand tame and would best suit an aviary. If you think you can provide a forever home, please get in touch!

31/05/2024

Happy World Parrot Day!

30/05/2024

PARRONT FOUND! The wonders of the internet!

This little one still hasn't been reunited! She (?) Is so sweet and definitely handreared, SOMEONE must be missing her! Please share!

This beautiful baby - yes, just a baby! Is now under my care here at Featherheads. Please get in touch if you think you know whose bird it is, or if it's yours!

***REUNITED***

FOUND – BIRD – SANDY BAY (HOBART CC REGION) 29/5/2024

*Owner located*

UPDATE: 30/05/2024. Now in the care of "Featherheads Bird Rescue."

Anyone lost a beautiful green parrot?
In Sandy Bay - near Waimea Heights Primary School

PHONE: 0483 382 228

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Triple M Hobart

(Gayle)

13/05/2024

This beautiful pigeon came in over the weekend when a member of public found her on the footpath in Glenorchy and took her to the Lenah Valley Community Vet.

She had a nasty puncture wound on her back and chest which we think may have been caused by a hawk or falcon, and the vet asked me to take her on for the weekend while they were shut.

Luckily, she had several leg bands and was easily identified and her owner found, who came the next morning to pick her up. She recognised him and was much calmer in his presence, and he was very grateful to have her back.

It's so nice when a bird can be reunited with their person! If you haven't already, please consider microchipping your bird - it doesn't cost much, and it's a very quick procedure.

08/05/2024

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06/05/2024

Adopted!

POGO is still looking for his forever home!

~☆ASSISTED ADOPTION☆~

POGO the CONURE
Southern Tas

Pogo is a 6yo male conure who lost his mate not long ago and his parront is concerned he is lonely, and has decided to try and find him a new home with other conures in an aviary.

Pogo is not hand tame and would best suit an aviary. If you think you can provide a forever home, please get in touch!

05/05/2024

Nutmeg the cockatiel is thriving! I am so pleased to report that her wound has healed beautifully and she is as sassy and spicy as her name suggests.

I suspect she may be an older bird but it is impossible to tell. I have little doubt that she has some fatty liver disease, as her feathers are slightly greasy looking and they are yellower than her mutation should be.

But with the right diet and some probiotics (thanks Vetafarm for the synbiotic formula!) She should be looking a lot better.

Suzy the budgie is also looking great - her eye has completely healed, and the scaley mite has almost disappeared.

Their respective parronts haven't come forward to claim them, sadly.

Sometimes birds get let out, with people thinking they would be happier to be "free"; but they rarely survive.

I'm not saying that's what happened here - I would love to find out if their owners want them back though.

I am happy to say I have great homes lined up for them otherwise.