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New baby
Oct 30, 2017 2:25:41 GMT -5
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Post by jayne on Oct 30, 2017 2:25:41 GMT -5
Hi, I'm new here. Getting my new friend this weekend getting cage set up today. My Quaker is 6 months old and semi tame, will I be able to tame him/her as if it had been hand reared or is it too late ? When I get him/her home is it best to leave in cage and just talk to Quaker. I'm used to birds I have always had cockatiels and canaries but my first parrot , I'm very nervous now about it.
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Post by biteybird on Oct 30, 2017 4:03:44 GMT -5
Welcome Jayne and new quaker friend!  It's NEVER too late to train, if you are committed in terms of time and motivation. You are correct in that, initially, just talking to him/her would be best. Don't force your hand on/near the bird, or you could irreparably damage the bond you're trying to establish. When you think QP is looking reasonably comfortable you could open the door of the cage and perhaps position a perch in front of the open door. That way your QP can come to you when he/she is ready. Nervousness is natural, but you'll do fine! |
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Post by easttex on Oct 30, 2017 9:36:46 GMT -5
I second biteybird. "Semi-tame" can cover a broad range. It will be harder for you to build a bond if he was parent raised, but not impossible. Personal opinion here, but, all other things being equal, your parrot should be less likely to develop neurosis than one who is hand raised, particularly by a non-expert. |
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Post by julianna on Oct 30, 2017 13:25:53 GMT -5
Welcome to the forum. If there is a great place to learn about Quakers ... this has to be it. The folks on here helped me so much when I got my little guy. Be ready for the Quaker to be calling for you every time you leave the room. They are flock birds and just want to be sure you are okay. You can perhaps use the same phrase like "I'll be right back" or whistle to him/her.
My Oscar used to scream so much when I was out of sight that I finally started calling back and boy what a difference. He is much calmer now. They are very curious little creatures so once he is settled I am sure he will want out to see the rest of the world.
Best wishes.
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Post by cnyguy on Oct 30, 2017 19:53:54 GMT -5
Welcome! It is a good idea to give a parrot the chance to survey his/her new surroundings and get used to everything before expecting the parrot to be handled or even to come out of the cage to explore. Sitting calmly near the parrot's cage and talking softly to him/her helps to make the bird feel welcome and to get used to you and the sound of your voice. A parrot that is "semi-tame" may require a little extra time and patience, but there is certainly a good chance of helping the parrot become more fully tame and more interested in interacting with you. Take everything at whatever pace your new QP is comfortable with and you'll likely get the results you'd like.
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