Hi Dennis,
Seems that you and I have much the same approch; leave out the &&%%%!
You are a good and caring person who loves and understands birds.  I guess 
you could extend your neck and talk to the person one on one and "Suggust" 
that they might improve their relationship with the bird and improve his 
healt too.
Good luck my friend; I can understand the pain this causes you.
May gentle wings be you friend.
Regards, Reg and the feathered crew
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