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Parrots, Choosing, Caring |Training Your Pet Parrot! |
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How To Care For Your Parrot Your parrot needs a safe, secure and happy
environment to feel comfortable. You must have the correct size
cage for your parrot. Large species such as Macaws, Cockatoos
and Amazons require large floor standing cages. Smaller parrots
(Cockatiels, Parakeets, and Conures) will do all right in a small tabletop cage. If you purchase your bird in a pet shop, your sales person can help you select a proper cage for your new
friend. Generally, your bird’s tail should not be sticking
out while being perched in the middle of the cage. Give your
parrot plenty of safe toys to play with. The location of the cage is equally important. You'll
want a location that's draft free and warm enough. Typically
70-72 degrees Fahrenheit is good for most parrots. Keep the temperature
consistent, these birds are tropical and can't tolerate sudden temperature changes. Parrots are very social and require interaction with you. Keep your parrot in a room where there is family activity. Avoid placing your bird's cage in high traffic vicinity, such as a busy hallway. Also avoid the kitchen, as fumes from over heated non-stick cookware can be fatal to your bird. Certain houseplants should be kept away
from your bird, as they can be poisonous if ingested. It's a
good idea to leave a radio or television on while you’re away, to keep the bird from becoming lonely. Make sure you provide plenty of light for your parrot, but don't leave him in direct
sunlight. Give your new parrot a few days to adjust to you and
its new home. Find a good avian vet to check
your new bird. If you
have other birds in the house, quarantine your new parrot for at least 30 days. Your bird will require 10-12 hours of sleep every day. Keep your parrot’s room dark and quiet at night. You must provide clean, fresh filtered or bottled water daily for your bird. A proper diet for your parrot should include fresh
vegetables, fruits, pellets, or seed mix. You can also give your
bird some treats such as, millet spray or nuts. A cuttlebone
or mineral block will contribute to a well-rounded diet. Be sure
to promptly remove all uneaten fruits and vegetables before they spoil. Never give your bird any Alcoholic Beverages, as they are extremely toxic to your pet. This article only touches the highlights of living with a parrot. For much more detailed information, pick up a copy of our new DVD "Parrots-The How-To's
Of Caring, Understanding, And Training" available here! If You Find This Article Helpful, Please Link To It! About The Author Manuel Rose has researched and owned parrots since childhood. He spent years reading several books and speaking to many avian veterinarians. Manuel currently owns 3 parrots, his favorite a 13-year-old Blue and Gold Macaw
named Samantha, which he weaned as a baby. How To Understand Your Parrot Understanding basic
parrot behavior will make it easier for you to interact with your bird. Here are some of the most common bird behaviors that I would like to share with you. Beak Cleaning. Just as you brush your teeth after every meal, your bird must clean its beak too. You'll see your parrot wiping its beak on the perch or bars of his cage after eating. Beak Grinding. Before your bird’s bedtime, you may hear strange grinding noises coming from
your parrot. This is the sound of a contented bird, and is nothing
to be alarmed about. Stretching. Just like us, your bird
needs to stretch from time to time. You may notice your bird
stretching its wings when you approach him. That's his way of
greeting you. Catnaps. It's normal for your parrot to take
a few naps during the day. Hissing Or Attacking. Birds are territorial
creatures and will defend their environment if they feel threatened. Sometimes
a change in your appearance will make the bird think that you are a stranger. Preening Each Other. This is a sign of affection. Birds will preen (groom)
each other or you. If your bird preens your hair or mustache,
consider it an honor. Screaming. If your parrot feels neglected,
she will scream loudly in an attempt to get your attention. Once
your bird starts screaming, it can be a hard habit to break. Night Frights. Some
birds are prone to night frights, (I know My Cockatiel Is). These
“night frights” occur when there is a loud noise in the middle of the night that will end up startling a bird
into a thrashing frenzy. If this happens to your bird, leave
a night light on near its cage. This article only
touches the highlights of living with a parrot. For much more
detailed information, pick up a copy of our new DVD "Parrots-The How-To's Of Caring, Understanding, And Training"
available here! If You Find This Article Helpful, Please Link To It! About The Author Manuel Rose has researched and owned parrots since childhood. He spent years reading several books and speaking to many avian veterinarians. Manuel currently owns 3 parrots, his favorite a 13-year-old Blue and Gold Macaw named Samantha,
which he weaned as a baby. How
To Train Your Parrot If you want to properly
interact with your parrot, you'll need to train it. We train
our dogs and cats so they don't become unruly; parrots are no exception. Of course, with parrots, we have an added bonus; they can talk. If your bird was hand fed by humans when you purchased him or her, training will be much easier than with a bird
that was raised by its parents. The first thing you need to do is to gain your bird’s trust. Once you get your bird’s trust, you must work hard to keep it. Never hit your parrot, even if he does something wrong. If your bird misbehaves, scold him by giving him the evil eye, and sternly telling him "NO". If your parrot starts screaming for no apparent reason, cover its cage for a while. The most important command you should teach your parrot is "UP" or "STEP
UP", it could save his life in an emergency. Slowly approach
the bird. Place your hand in its cage and keep it there for a
while. Your bird may run away, complain, or even attack you,
but keep doing this for a few days. Before long he will calm
down and accept you. If you still have
problems after a few days, try using a stick for a perch instead of your hand. This may take a few tries. Gently, but firmly
press your fingers under the bird’s belly. The bird will
instinctively hop on your fingers. As you are doing this, say,
"STEP UP" or "UP". Before you know it, your
parrot will associate the "STEP UP" command with what you want him to do. Once your bird is on your hand, you can teach him the down command. Simply tell your parrot "DOWN" as you put him down on his perch. Keep doing this every time you put your bird down. Maybe one of the reasons you purchased
your parrot in the first place was because of its ability to talk. Don't
be too disappointed if your parrot doesn't talk. Not all parrots
can talk. Most parrot species can mimic sounds they hear, like
whistles and doorbells. The best age to train your bird is between
4-6 months old. Start with a simple word like "Hello". Pronounce the word slowly and clearly. Use plenty of repetition. Make sure you're
in a quiet room with no distractions. Keep your training sessions
short and sweet. 10-15 minutes a day is plenty of time for your
parrot to learn. After every training session, give your parrot
time to relax or play. This article only touches the highlights of living with a parrot. For much more detailed information, pick up a copy of our new DVD "Parrots-The
How-To's Of Caring, Understanding, And Training" available here! If You Find This Article Helpful, Please Link
To It! About The Author Manuel Rose has researched and owned parrots since childhood. He spent years reading several books and speaking to many avian veterinarians. Manuel currently owns 3 parrots, his favorite a 13-year-old Blue and Gold Macaw
named Samantha, which he weaned as a baby.
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