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Quaker Parrot with a broken leg

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Question
Ashley is about 2 yrs.She was stepped on totally by accident i feel horible.I Have called vets.They need to be paid when we bring her in.Im a single mother of 3 and have little income.I feel so bad what can i do?Is there a lowincome vet?I have her in her cage with her bed down and perches down.She doesn't seem in pain.She cant walk on it,she picks it up by the band and bites it.How can i help her

Answer
Hi, Betsey,

I found your question(s) in the question pool this morning.  Evidently, the person you sent your question(s) to originally could not answer for some reason.

If your Quaker has a broken leg, the bird needs to be seen by a certified avian vet.  Most vets will allow you to make payment arrangements.  Otherwise, I can't help you.  The leg needs to be repaired/set if possible, however, it may be too late.  You'd have to ask a bird vet.  I seriously doubt there are "low income vets."  Bird vets go to specialized school, etc., and need to be paid for their expertise.  www.aav.org may help you locate other bird vets in your area.  

Chrys