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Post by hurley1791 on Sept 19, 2018 13:59:16 GMT -5
Hey everyone! I just rescued a quaker parrot that showed up on my brother's front porch (yes, they did attempt to find the owner). He's been with me for 3 days now, and for the most part he's doing great. He's used to being handled and is eating and drinking (awesome!). However, every time I leave the room, he screams until I come back. Also, more importantly, he sometimes flies around the room in a panic when I take him out of his cage. I'm afraid he's going to hurt himself. But at the same time I know he needs room to exercise. I know he's only been here a few days, so I want to know if this behavior is normal and if it will pass, or if there's some things I can do to help him become more comfortable. Any advice is appreciated! Thanks!
Note: He's in my office where I spend most of the day. He's temporarily in a carrier cage until his 61" arrives this week, but he has food, water, a branch perch, toy, and a cuddle bone.
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Post by cnyguy on Sept 19, 2018 20:06:54 GMT -5
Welcome! The screaming when you leave the room is common-- it's flock calling. Parrots need to know where the rest of their flock is and if everybody is safe. In this case, you're part of the flock.  You can try to change the scream to another sound-- you might whistle or say a word or phrase like "I'm here." My QP Ralph likes to make a clicking sound for his flock call. It's best to let a parrot choose when he/she wants to come out of the cage by simply leaving the caged oor open and letting the parrot decide if/when he's ready to come out. It helps to attach a hanging perch just below the cage door on the outside of the cage. That way, the parrot has a comfortable place to stand when it's time to come out. The parrot might just want to sit on that perch and look around. That's especially true for a new parrot still adjusting to a new home as yours is doing. After a while, your parrot may decide not to fly around the room when he's let out. I'm sure some other Forum members will be along soon to welcome you and offer more suggestions. |
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Post by biteybird on Sept 20, 2018 4:33:02 GMT -5
Welcome! I agree with Cnyguy, the screaming/calling is completely normal. Cnyguy has given you great advice about letting your quaker come out when he decides to, rather than taking him out of the cage. Make sure the room he flies around is "bird-proofed" for safety - e.g., no ceiling fans on, no access to toxic foods like avocado, nowhere he can get stuck. It's early days yet and if you are patient I'm sure he will settle and be a great companion. Feel free to ask more questions as you need to and I hope you enjoy reading through the wealth of information on this Forum. |
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Post by graciesmom on Sept 23, 2018 8:44:41 GMT -5
Hello! I'm relatively new myself and learning fast. Gracie came home the day after she was weaned. Totally new to my commitment to her, I began researching and this is the only place where I come for tips, advice, and giggles! This is a great forum and has helped me tremendously! There's a lot of really good information and insight packed into the threads! My 4 mo old little girl calls out to me when I leave the room as well. I took forum suggestions and call back to her,"It's ok, I'm right here". It doesn't stop the calling out, but I know she's checking on me. It seems to pacify her a bit until I get back within her eyesight. Twice she has called out "What are you doing?" Cute, eh? Wish she'd do that again, but she hasn't ☹ Occasionally she will do the loud ear-splitting screeching that I will not respond to. When she realizes that's not getting a response she stops. Hope this helps!
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You can try to change the scream to another sound-- you might whistle or say a word or phrase like "I'm here." My QP Ralph likes to make a clicking sound for his flock call. 
