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Post by Janl on Mar 15, 2019 6:12:52 GMT -5
I will be getting my new blue quaker baby in a few weeks and would like to know about food and treats.
The breeder is feeding him Roudy Bush Nibles and cockatiel seed mixed 50/50.
Wondering about the 50/50 mix because i have read that seed is not good because it is too fatty.
On the same idea, when training its probably not a good idea to use seeds so im thinking possibly frozen peas, carrots and small pieces of fruit. Would this be good?
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Post by cnyguy on Mar 15, 2019 22:30:10 GMT -5
In the beginning, it's probably best to stick with the mix the parrot is used to. Then you can gradually reduce the amount of seed being offered. Start introducing new foods-- a variety of fruits and vegetables can be offered and should become a part of your parrot's basic diet. Experiment a bit to find out what your new QP likes for a treat and whatever he enjoys can be used as a training reward. Lots of people use pumpkin seeds, some use Cheerios cereal. Plain popcorn is a good treat too (made without oil, butter or salt; I use an air popper).
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Post by biteybird on Mar 19, 2019 4:52:30 GMT -5
Welcome!  Our Bonnie likes pumpkin seeds (her absolute favourite), also capsicum seeds. I think capsicums are called peppers in the US (I'm in Australia). She also likes raw cashew nuts (I just give her one per day) and the dark, inner part of mushrooms, cucumber pieces, raw carrot, potato (raw and cooked), peas and corn - I buy it frozen and microwave it - white rice, apple, watermelon, rockmelon (canteloupe), iceberg lettuce and rocket lettuce. Oh, and egg/omelette and cooked chicken or lamb. If we are eating something in front of her she always wants to steal some, as it's far more attractive to her if she thinks she's stealing it. She's so naughty. |
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