fig
Hatchling
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Post by fig on Nov 28, 2015 21:50:39 GMT -5
Skye's wings have grown in fully..I used to keep him clipped. He has discovered flight, and has become a talented accomplished flier. He gets so much pleasure from it, and will soar around with his buddy, Cloud the budgie. I've considered clipping him, but he's so happy and proud of himself. There is no danger here, no fans, no open windows,
What do you think?
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Post by aaron on Nov 28, 2015 22:22:15 GMT -5
We allow Cupcake to fly, and really wouldn't have it any other way. But this isn't always the best thing for every circumstance. Even in the best of circumstances, it poses more dangers... of course every person in the household needs to be completely trained on being aware of where the bird is at all times... and the environment must be bird-proofed, which it sounds like are factors you are keeping in mind. If you are up to the challenge and aware of the risks, I say go for it. I'm sure flight is highly beneficial for their health, and in our household it gives Cupcake a sense of autonomy that I think is very good for her mental health. She is remarkably cooperative when it comes to staying in the places she is supposed to stay (obviously not perfect... she IS a Quaker, after all  )... I'm definitely a proponent of keeping birds flighted when the circumstances permit. |
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Post by biteybird on Nov 29, 2015 3:23:55 GMT -5
Bonnie has never been clipped. But we don't have kids or other pets in the house, so it's just us two 'adults'  and her. We love watching her obvious enjoyment at 'flying around stupid' as we call it. We were thinking of clipping her as a last resort when she was biting hubby all the time, but she must have realized she was on thin ice and that's improved recently (touch wood). |
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Post by easttex on Nov 29, 2015 4:28:30 GMT -5
I don't clip, but neither of my birds want to fly a whole lot. Birds don't have a natural understanding of glass or mirrors, so I try to keep the blinds closed and mirrors covered where they might crash into them. They learn, but I don't like to take chances there.
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Post by bruce on Dec 3, 2015 18:16:55 GMT -5
I have decided about a year ago to not clip my QP's (Chucky - king of the stink birds) feathers any longer. He isn't quite able to gain altitude, however, he no longer crash lands with a sickening thud when he gets too adventuresome. I tend to leave the door to his house open when I am within earshot, and the other night heard his "come rescue me" cry. Much to my surprise, he had flown over to a dining room chair. So now I have to keep an even closer watch on him. The joy of flight they experience makes up for the added work in my opinion.
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Post by julianna on Dec 4, 2015 17:04:45 GMT -5
Oscar has the ability to fly but he does not know it. I personally have clipped his wings and I probably will again. There are some advantages of clipping such as keeping the mess in certain areas and him being reliant on me to transport him gives us an extra bond. He is out of his cage all day long and therefore, flying when I am not around is not a good idea.... and I really do not want to lock him in a cage.
He has never really flown but I do teach him to flap his wings on command by waving my hand high in the air... this gives him the exercise his wings need.
There is nothing more rewarding that being able to take him outside in the summer with him on my shoulder or hand... sitting on the patio... and watching him explore the world. He still is not too happy about trees however, we do laugh when he finally goes on a branch... and we say... "oh Oscar.. you are a real birdy now"... lol. I love to walk around with him and many times children will come up from the park and ask lots of questions about him and I give them the ... 1.2.3. education about how much fun he is. He will even go on their arm without hurting anyone as long as I am near by.
We all have our differences about flight or not... and if it works for you... go for it!
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)... I'm definitely a proponent of keeping birds flighted when the circumstances permit.
and her.
