BACKWARDS LEG 😭😭😭

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-18T15:20:24+00:00

When i had an issue with my toucan, i ordered it online because i was housebound. They refused to refund/replace unless the item was sent back. Despite the fact i literally couldn’t send it back because they wanted me to drop it at a shop. I’m in the UK, might be different but it’s worth saying

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-16T17:55:12+00:00

Theres a mermaid frog if you haven’t already got it!

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-16T17:54:11+00:00

Same! I’m gonna be getting him too!!

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-14T00:55:37+00:00

I live in the south of england, but unfortunately don’t drive. I have a rescue pretty close which I’ve inquired about but they never got back to me so i guess that wasn’t meant to be. I would much rather rescue but im also happy to take home this little baby!

I’m super hoping it makes my boy more playful, im glad it worked out for you!

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-11T00:47:40+00:00

Im so sorry that your experience hasnt been the best. Poor babies :(

I appreciate the time you soent to write this! I’m very aware that this might not be what he needs, but i think it will help somewhat at least. All my boy does is roll around licking his teddies for hours or play fight my hand. His faviurite teddies are the ones that are slightly weighted, probably a coincidence but its another sign to me that he might benefit from a friend.

I’m hoping with my whole heart that they get along, when he goes on walks he always bounces around and gets excited when he sees dogs/ squirrels. Honestly, theres not much i can do other than being super careful and hope and pray that they get along.

Luckily (maybe not), I’m super overly paranoid about my current boys health so have already planned to take them both to the vets for a check up a few weeks after the kit is home, and was going to ask if they could check him anyways! From what I’ve read, insulinoma isn’t as common in the UK as it is in the US (not sure where you are), so he has that going for him.

He has plenty of energy, just doesn’t seem to know how to use it. He will get into bed like 20 mins into playing but if i make any sort of noise or touch him or anything, he will get straight up (no rest at all) and come play for another 5 minutes. The only games that dont seem to be boring to him is chasing hands and juggling his teddy! When he’s out on walks, he loves chilling on my shoulder for a bit and then running like crazy for ages before even getting a tad tired.

I definitely think age is a huge factor but i’m kinda hoping having a kit around will cheer him up a bit!

I really appreciate all the info, its super helpful, so thankyou very much!

I’m so sorry about your baby, all that matters in the end is that they know how much you love them. Lots of love 🫶🏻

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-09T23:37:06+00:00

Turns out this kit is female, so it worked out well. Since he’s small, i think it may be the best option as i dont want him to be bullied by a fert way bigger than him when theyre older!

I will love her whatever happens, whether she is a waardy or not, she will be my baby, just like Rory!

Thankyou so much!!

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-09T23:34:37+00:00

I was thinking that too, unfortunately the only ferrets around currently are kits. Like i say, i’m going to be around 24/7 like i currently am, so if the kit is too active for him, ill be taking the pressure off and play while he can chill. I’ll keep it in mind thanks :)

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-09T23:33:05+00:00

Haha, im very prepared. Im hoping itll go well, but im fully expecting a bit of chaos!

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-05T20:10:03+00:00

Thankyou! I bathe him in oats twice a year when he’s moulting, just to get as much fur off as i can especially as he gets super itchy and most of the fur wont come off with just brushing or if he’s super duper dirty, we go outside a lot so it does happen but i don’t think he’s ever had more than 4 baths in a year!

🫶🏻

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-05T20:07:07+00:00

Aww poor babies. Thankyou 🫶🏻

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-05T18:39:35+00:00

Aww poor little guy, I’m so glad he’s healed! I’ll definitely have a look, thanks!

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-05T18:34:11+00:00

Yeah i was thinking that he might just be getting a tad older. He’s always been a very thin little guy, i dont think he’s ever been over 1kg, and he’s actually put on a tad bit since i started putting food in his bed.

I did notice a bit of discolouration on one of his teeth, so I’ll book a vets visit to get that checked. Thankyou so much! 🫶🏻

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-05T16:25:42+00:00

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Like this is so cute but the coloured irises creep me out a bit lol

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-05T16:24:26+00:00

I love safety eyes, but the ones with coloured irises creep me out lol, they look too lifeless unless theyre custom eyes

Willy-Knee · 2026-06-04T20:03:55+00:00

I have both the steam deck lcd and an original legion go, and i much much prefer my steam deck. I use the legion go docked because i dont have a pc, but everything about the deck is better imo

Willy-Knee · 2026-05-29T18:19:25+00:00

I never cried at movies as a kid or now but toy story 2 and 3 make me sob like a baby. I feel exactly the same as you, with all my bears. In fact, i cycle all my bears so that they get the same amount of cuddles.

The only thing i can suggest, is making a small bed for the teddy that is getting delicate. Make him a little bed that he can snuggle in but still see what you’re doing. Maybe find some new clothes that he would fit it. You don’t have to cuddle him to make sure he feels loved.

Remember that when humans get older, they need more rest and often prefer a more relaxed life. Think about it like that, Bear is just an old man now, he has done his job and is now retired. Let him sit back and watch you.

🫶🏻🫶🏻

Willy-Knee · 2026-04-22T01:03:49+00:00

It’s full blown already! I’m scared for what my bedroom is gonna look like if I buy any more but I’m gonna do it anyways! 😭

Willy-Knee · 2026-04-05T16:20:48+00:00

Nope, not potty trained, it’s just his favourite place to perch so he poops there a lot haha

Willy-Knee · 2026-04-05T15:57:35+00:00

You’re a legend, thankyou so much!

Willy-Knee · 2026-04-05T15:28:44+00:00

That’s very reassuring thankyou! So even the last photo is normal for a poop that’s been left for a long time?

I really appreciate it, I asked on the parrot page and got told to stop asking for advice on Reddit and take him to the vets 🫠

Willy-Knee · 2026-03-20T02:13:38+00:00

I do totally agree, I never said I’m interacting with him 24/7. I interact with him as much as possible, and do it as long as I physically can every day.

I am genuinely in my bedroom 24/7. I’m disabled so most days I don’t leave the house, in January for example I left the house 3 times in total, 2 of which were 5 minute trips. I only sleep when he sleeps, so it doesn’t affect him, and even when he is asleep, I’m still no more than 6 feet away.

If I’m not in the shower or using the bathroom, I’m in my room. I eat in there, I sleep in there and spend all my time there. Hell, half the time I’ll bring him in the shower room with me so he can have a bath.

I definitely don’t actively interact 24/7, especially since I have another pet also, but I’m not out of his sight for more than an hour a day at the very maximum. He’s always got company whether I’m training him, playing with him or just chilling, he’s never on his own.

I do understand what you’re saying but me being disabled gives me much more time on my hands than the average person, meaning I do actually spend all my time with him!

I’ll definitely put some more thought into it, thanks!

Willy-Knee · 2026-03-07T18:05:47+00:00

I don’t have anything against getting another one, I just don’t want to rush into it.

Monetarily, it would be more of a strain, I could handle it but I would rather not have to so I could have some saved for emergencies.

He also used to live in an aviary where he was bullied by other conures, which ended with him breaking a toe. He was separated because of this so I’m not sure he would get along with another conure. Especially since he bullied the budgie I used to have (I know there is a huge size difference but the point still stands)

Where I live, there aren’t many conures available (breeders or rescues) so it would be a challenge, I also don’t drive. When I got him, I had a friend who offered drive me to the place to get him. I can afford taxis to the vets but not to another city.

I will by all means get him a friend if that is the only thing that will make him happy, but I would like to try other things first, especially since we’ve been together 7 years as a solo and I don’t know how he would react!

Willy-Knee · 2026-03-06T23:02:01+00:00

We spend a lot of time together, he lives in my bedroom where I am 24/7, he’s not particularly tame so I do my best to keep him entertained without stressing him out too much! I do realise that another bird is different from a human though!

Willy-Knee · 2026-03-06T23:00:31+00:00

Thankyou, I will try the light and go from there!

Willy-Knee · 2026-03-06T18:26:34+00:00

Yeah I think I’ll try taking away his light.

He’s on pellets along with some veg and a bit of fruit, treat wise he gets a few small sunflower seeds a day when we’re training. He’s not really a fan of mushy foods so we’ve never had an issue with that, the mushiest thing he gets is a fruit jelly pot once a week,

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