My new javas...

beccafigs · Post by **beccafigs** » Wed Mar 19, 2008 10:09 pm

I just wanted to post some pictures of what kind of shape they are in. There are a couple who are worse off than others. I'm very concerned about the one with one eye (Hannibal, I ended up taking him away from the rest, he and Stubbs just were fighting non-stop). You'll see...

This is Stubbs (he's only got one complete toe on his right foot).

The rest of the group, the healthier looking birds are in the black cage.

Now since I'm so new to Javas there may be things I'm not noticing so if anyone has any input I'd be very happy to hear it. I'm just going to do the best I can for them.

Post by **Sally** » Wed Mar 19, 2008 11:25 pm

I've never had Javas, but they sure look like the result of fighting in an overcrowding situation, with the weaker ones getting the worst of it. Keeping them separated, as you are doing, till they can get in better shape, and then giving them the good diet and care you will be providing them, they should come around. Hannibal and Stubbs will be handicapped, but they should be fine. They may have to be watched in the future, if you ever put them in with the rest of the birds, just to make sure they can take care of themselves. They are striking birds, aren't they?

Geordie · Post by **Geordie** » Thu Mar 20, 2008 7:58 am

Well I just want to say that I think that it is great that you took them both in.

When I got my first Java it was also in similar condition but with good care he pulled through. Got 2 more of them now and they are indeed a joy.

Here is my first Java after he recovered, he was maltreated by his previous owner.

When I got him I kept him on mixed seed and egg food before slowly starting to introduce veggies into his diet, I put vitamin supplements in with his water very morning but I would change the water about 5 times a day, I would only use mineral water at first. It wasn't long before he started looking better.

Any idea how old they are?

FeatherHarp · Post by **FeatherHarp** » Thu Mar 20, 2008 8:37 am

The Javas are very beautiful. But I feel sorry for the beat up ones. I bet they will come around with your good care!

beccafigs · Post by **beccafigs** » Thu Mar 20, 2008 10:18 am

Thanks for the comments Sally and Featherharp. They are striking birds, Sally. I'm really enjoying them already.

Geordie-- I was told they are two years old. I'm also giving them a good seed mix and egg food. I bought some Vitalize but I think I will return it today for some Hearty Bird instead so I have a regular vitamin to provide them.

The 4 birds that were in the best shape are already active and singing like crazy this morning. I'm just looking forward to the others improving more.

Laura · Post by **Laura** » Thu Mar 20, 2008 9:06 pm

They are lovely lil' birds! And like FH said, under good care.

Fancie Flight · Post by **Fancie Flight** » Fri Mar 21, 2008 1:04 am

Awww how sad, I didnt see the original post i guess about HOW ya ended up with the poor things but Im sure glad ya did, Poor little things Im sure they will thrive now in your care, I have a Handicapped cage with the birds who are missing stuff, lol
They can live VERY happy healthy lives,

I look forward to seeing them as they recover and KUDOS to you for taking them ,,,