Please help save my friend, Buddy

My name is Buddy. I am a 24 year old, Yellow-Naped Amazon parrot. I have been sick for over a year. 
Even though we have been to various vets and specialists they cannot figure out how to heal me without more extensive testing (which gets really expensive). I am still very much alive!

This is me singing
(one of my most favorite things to do):

My mom can’t afford anymore testing or treatments.  She has already spent way beyond her means. My life will most likely be cut short if I don't get in to see an Avian specialist to have tests done quick.  


Currently we are seeking help for stage one diagnostics to see what is causing all the secondary problems and symptoms.
Suspected culprits are Papilloma Virus and Obstructions in my Gizzard though we are not completely sure. More testing is needed to find out as we have gone as far as we can go with my current vet.  

Here is an itemized list of where your valuable contributions will go:

* Avian Specialist Visits ($120 each)
* New X-Rays ($450)
* Biopsy of Vent Growth ($350 lab fee)
* Removal of Vent Growth ($200 anethesia, $100   general surgery)
* Scope for Papilloma ($500)
* Barium Series of X-rays (dependent on results from new x-rays – $1,200)
* Care Credit Bills ($5,000+)
* Medication & Supplements

A little bit about Buddy

My mom got me when I was eight years old.  My owner at the time was diagnosed with a terminal illness and he wife and I didn't get along.  I used to live in an office all day and I was all alone after they would leave at 3pm. 

I was so happy the day my mom picked me up.  I liked my previous owners, but I was really lonely.  I know my mom didn't plan on me, but now we are best of friends.. especially after this difficult year.  We have really become quite close.  We both LOVE music and I am really happy. 



You can read more about my story, my illness, and view more pictures on my website:

www.AGirlAndHerBird.com

Thank you in advance for your donations!  All contributions, no matter how small, are so very appreciated.

Blessings,
Buddy (and Mandy)