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She even went as far as telling me that before she handles a bird (mine isn't very tame) she always warns the owner of a possible cardiac arrest.

I find this very unusual. Yes, it's a possibility. But birds go to the vet all the time, get handled, have stressful procedures...and don't go into cardiac arrest. I understand that it's more of a risk because of your bird's history, but there has to be a way to get her healthcare. Where are you located? Some states have mobile vets that will see birds at your house. If you tell us your general location, we might be able to help you locate something like this.

 

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These are not mobile, but they are recommended for birds: http://www.avianweb.com/recommendedvets.htm#Nevada

And here is a list of mobile vets: http://www.localvets.com/services/mobile-vets/nv/las-vegas/

The first and third are listed as seeing birds. Of course, internet listings can always be inaccurate, so you'll probably want to make a number of calls and see what you find out.

 

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Well, your other option might be to start acclimating your bird slowly to change like riding in the car. This is probably a good idea anyway, in case you ever needed to leave with her in an emergency.

 

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And if the urates and urine are a bit tinted too with this color? The urates is always white without the pellets but the urine morphs to a green tint as it dries. This wwas the main reason I contacted the vet, because of the tint after it dries.

They always dry slightly tinted. This used to freak me out too, but as long as the fresh ones are white, it should be fine.

 

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Also, about the dark ones... If they are tinted green and not rusty after I smear them, should it be fine? I heard that sometimes these have to do with the bird not eating enough?

She tends to not eat if me or my siblings aren't home, so maybe this could have been it too. Today, when I came from school, she ran immediately to her food dish and has been eating her broccoli non-stop. Do you guys' tiels not eat when you are away as well? I have a feeling all mine does is sleep and preen when I'm not home...

Some tiels do what is called social eating - they don't eat if they're alone. My bird Roo is like this, and she had all kinds of problems maintaining weight last semester. Since I've brought my parents' other tiel to live with me, the issue has gone away because she no longer depends on me to eat. So yes, the darker droppings could have to do with her not eating for long stretches while you're out. Pictures of them would help us determine that.

 

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Sounds like you're doing really well! It's also a good idea to give her treats as you acclimate her. That way she'll learn to associate positive things with change.

 

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It's hard to say since I don't know what is causing the smell. If you're worried, you can always run the car with the windows open for a few minutes before putting her in.

 

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Ok, I will do that!
Hopefully she learns that it's nothing scary really.
Also, how many times a week should I do this?

(sorry for so many questions)

I would let her guide you on how often to do it. If she's doing well, do it more often. If she starts looking stressed, back off until she seems comfortable again. It's not an exact science. I'm sure you'll do the right thing for your bird.