Asking for baby parrot advice blue front amazon?
Jerkwithhotsauce asked:
I’d like some advice from experienced parrot “parents” regarding behaviour/training. I am hand feeding a blue front and have never had one before. Feeding, etc. is fine. I have horses, and have for years. I always end up with well behaved horses and know there are plenty of things I have learned throughout the years that work well. I’m sure it is the same with parrots!. What should I know about raising as polite of a parrot as possible? What type of negative/positive reinforcement is most appropriate, and when? I am doing my best to socialize him/her already and handle the chick frequently. I know this is a long term commitment and I want to do a good job. Thanks.
I’d like some advice from experienced parrot “parents” regarding behaviour/training. I am hand feeding a blue front and have never had one before. Feeding, etc. is fine. I have horses, and have for years. I always end up with well behaved horses and know there are plenty of things I have learned throughout the years that work well. I’m sure it is the same with parrots!. What should I know about raising as polite of a parrot as possible? What type of negative/positive reinforcement is most appropriate, and when? I am doing my best to socialize him/her already and handle the chick frequently. I know this is a long term commitment and I want to do a good job. Thanks.
Provide lots of “play time” as your parrot grows he’s going to need to stimulate not only his body but his mind. Make sure hes socialized around people of all ages and all sexes, (Nobody wants to visit a house where the birds gunna attack)
There are lots of parrot groups online to provide you with plenty of information on raising a healthy bird. Im just passing information on I’ve picked up from my mother… a.k.a the crazy parrot lady (sorry mom).
To save myself a load of typing, I suggest that you just go out and buy the “Guide to a Well Behaved Parrot”. It has been a lifesaver and they cover everrryything from training babies to problem behaviour. You will be so glad you bought it.
I used to have conure parrots. If it starts it scream at you and not stop, never scream back at them. It makes them think its a game and they will just learn to scream over you. This can drive you insane! Hence, I used to have them.
i think u should spend alot of time with the parrot and train it, if u notice very non active activity in the parrot call an animal hospitol
Lots of sites on line, also Birdtalk magazine has great articles,just a question but why would you buy a bird without a lot of research beforehand. Parrots live a long time don’t give up, very important to socialize your bird so it isn’t a one person bird. You didn’t mention how old your bird is, carrots work well for rewards, if old enough. Hang in there and good luck !!