The vet explained that I have metabolic bone disease (low bone density) which likely contributed to the break. This is probably caused by a poor quality millet diet, which didn’t have enough nutrients. I get offered all sorts of seeds, pellets, veggies and fruit now. I find all this stuff quite strange and am not brave enough to try eating most of it yet. I also have calcium supplements in my water, to help make my bones stronger and my leg mend. My carer is really pleased because I am now able to bear a little weight on my poorly foot.

My first vet bill cost £ 320 and I will need at least one further appointments to check on my leg and remove the splint when I am all healed. As I am only in the temporary care of Birdline when I had my accident, I wasn’t insured by them, so if you could help Birdline with these expenses I’d really appreciate it. Thank you.