Rescuing animals often comes with its own set of challenges, and Emily\u2019s experience with her Cockatiel, Nippy, was no exception.<\/p>\n
Known for being standoffish, the 35-year-old bird had rarely shown affection in his long life.<\/p>\n
But in a poignant turn of events, Nippy allowed Emily to pet him for the first time\u2014just before he passed away.<\/p>\n
Emily shared the touching moment online, writing, \u201cWhat\u2019s the hardest thing about rescuing? Losing them.<\/p>\n
When your meanest rescue lets you say goodbye before passing. When Nippy let me pet him, I knew it was his time.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n@feathered.family<\/a>What\u2019s the hardest thing about rescuing? Losing them. When your meanest rescue lets you say goodbye before passing. When Nippy let me pet him, I knew it was his time. 7-18-23 🫶🏼 I will never forget those I rescued and loved.\u266c intro x chorus the night we met – ourfeelings🪐<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n