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This is actaully a Sunny update...

Widget just had to be in the spotlight. 

This is actaully a Sunny update...

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I purchased a bag of milk thistle seeds out of curiosity. They are good for people too. I gave my pionus a few and he ate them readily. Maybe because he only gets limited amounts of seeds and nuts. Although he is the opposite of a picky bird and he likes strong flavors, even bitter. Not much of a litmus for other birds. Since he likes them I think I'll give him a pinch once a week or so. That's probably not enough to stave off liver disease but seems like it wouldn't hurt. So glad you caught Sunny's liver disease! He's is so lucky that you guys are caring for him until he finds his forever home.

Holden Kendrick

I personally find it easier to put the liquid into the morning food I give because it mixes so easily with it. It’s a bitter taste so I don’t think all birds would willingly eat the seeds and yeah I’m sure it’s harder to dose the seeds.

BirdTricks

I definitely worry about that side of things for him - these 2lb bags of pellets are $60 each 😐 if he has to be on them long term it will take someone financially able and committed to do it.

BirdTricks

I'm curious about why people don't give birds milk thistle seeds instead of the suppliment. It seems that birds would prefer having it as a seed and the whole food would be better. Maybe it's a dosage thing?

Holden Kendrick

Good to know! I’m a new caique owner and I’m trying to figure out all of his sounds! Lol!

Jessica Almquist

That long screech that Widget made at the start of your video is something we Caique owners call "The Dying Falcon".

Joan Brown

Poor, Sunny! I’m so glad your found out and are giving him the nutrition he needs ❤️ I hope he finds a home that can take care of his needs and lots of love 💕

Daphne Ardizzone-Lewis

Poor Sunny. He’s definitely been through it. Hopefully only “☀️” days for Sunny from here on out. A positive change in his liver may make a huge difference in other problem areas for him. 🤞

Sherry mathes

Widget is *so happy* with you now! She does have a tendency to put in her 2 bits when one is talking, but it's mostly to say "yup, that's right". This video makes me *so happy*!

Susan Hopkins

Glad you found out about his liver!!! Don't kick yourself for not finding it out sooner!! You are awesome at what you do and are taking care of it now!!! Love all you and Dave do for the birds!!!

Laura J Wilcox


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