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Posted 07 July 2014 - 10:48 AM
There's a parrotlet breeder near me and she posts photos of the babies from birth through going home so their new parronts can follow their progress. And so people like me can wish we had room for one more bird. LOL
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#6 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #6] msdani1981
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Posted 07 July 2014 - 11:27 AM
We DON'T really have room, but for a Parrotlet (the right Parrotlet, of course) I will MAKE room. I have such a fantastic hubby, he puts up with so much from me! LOL
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Dani and Zach
Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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#7 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #7] msdani1981
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Posted 07 July 2014 - 01:12 PM
Here's the ad:
Tame baby Parrotlet, Dilute blue male (Bellingham)
Very tame parrotlet, dilute blue male. Raised as an only baby and given hours of attention every day. He is already starting to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables so will not be a fussy eater. Rehoming fee of $150.
OMG, I can't wait to see him!!!!
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Dani and Zach
Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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#8 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #8] cnyguy
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Posted 07 July 2014 - 06:25 PM
Good luck Dani-- hope it works out for you. smile.png
Parrotlets are great little parrots-- very pretty and plenty of attitude, much like Quakers. And they're small so they don't take up a lot of space. biggrin.png
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#9 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #9] msdani1981
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Posted 07 July 2014 - 06:51 PM
Our conversation the other day went like this:
Zach: If we get another bird, where are we going to put it?
Me: I don't know, I'll figure something out!
Zach: Hmm...not a good answer.
LOL
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Dani and Zach
Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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#10 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #10] msdani1981
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Posted 07 July 2014 - 09:18 PM
Yippee!!!! We have an appointment at 3:00 tomorrow!!!!!
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Dani and Zach
Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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#11 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #11] Jan Cullen
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Posted 07 July 2014 - 10:30 PM
Good luck - how exciting smile.png
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#12 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #12] Siobhan
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Posted 08 July 2014 - 09:36 AM
My husband finally put his foot down and said we had enough pets. So I went and got a new betta after three of mine died. LOL Hey, that's still two fewer than we had before.
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#13 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #13] msdani1981
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Posted 08 July 2014 - 11:37 AM
Well, Zach is not very enthusiastic about the idea of bringing another bird home, but we'll see.
I was throwing out ideas about where to put another cage, and he said "Let's see if you even like the bird before we start making plans." I said "But if I like the bird we'll have to have the cage setup figured out." and he said "Well, either way we're not bringing him home today. We'll come home and talk about it."
I love my hubby.
I did point out that Parrotlets don't scream, and he just rolled his eyes. Taz and Chewy drive him crazy sometimes. LOL
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Dani and Zach
Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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#14 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #14] msdani1981
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Posted 08 July 2014 - 05:59 PM
The breeder is very nice and knowledgeable.
The baby Parrotlet doesn't step up, but that's okay...he's VERY sweet so it would be easy to train him. He loved burrowing under my hair. smile.png
So, here is the dilemma...this woman raises Parrotlets, Bourke's and Lineolated Parakeets. She is currently feeding a 3 week old Rosy Bourke's, and they are really sweet birds, make great pets and are more laid-back than Parrotlets.
That's the decision I have to make. Do I really want a Parrotlet or a more laid-back bird? I'm going to think about it tonight and decide tomorrow.
Any words of wisdom are much appreciated. smile.png
Edited by msdani1981, 08 July 2014 - 06:00 PM.
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Dani and Zach
Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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#15 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #15] msdani1981
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Posted 08 July 2014 - 06:52 PM
Well, Jan gave me some good advice on Facebook:
"No, no, no - stay focused. You have always wanted a parrolet so stick to the plan. He obviously liked you. Talk Zach into letting him come home and go and get him tomorrow. Dont be distracted by others."
Thanks, Jan!
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Dani and Zach
Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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#16 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #16] easttex
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Posted Yesterday, 06:55 AM
My first reaction is, well, is two more so much more than one more?
But, I understand spouses have to be considered. Mine would surely object to that. For me, once I held that little parrotlet, it would be all over. I commend you for being able to walk away and think about it rationally. What is it about a more laid-back bird that appeals to you? Is it easier to get hubby's buy-in? That is something I would have to consider, even if I didn't let it make the decision for me. Still, if I had always wanted a parrotlet, I'd get a parrotlet.
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#17 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #17] msdani1981
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Posted Yesterday, 12:18 PM
The decision is made - the Parrotlet is coming home! Now I just have to get a hold of the breeder.
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Dani and Zach
Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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#18 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #18] msdani1981
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Posted Yesterday, 01:23 PM
My new baby is coming home at 6:00 this evening!!! Yay!!!!!!
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Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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#19 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #19] Jan Cullen
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Posted Yesterday, 02:36 PM
Wow, I am so excited for you. The breeder must have liked you as well smile.png What's baby's name going to be? He is a gorgeous looking boy. Now listen carefully Dani - no more birds or horses - at least for the next 6 months - give Zach some time to recover biggrin.png
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#20 [Aaaand Mbs Strikes Once More: post #20] msdani1981
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Posted Yesterday, 05:34 PM
Zach says "Thank You!!!"
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Birds: Taz (Cockatiel) and Chewy (Quaker)
Dog: Bilbo Cat: Diablo Aquarium Friends: Mr. Newt, Fish,
Mantis Shrimp Horse: Camelia (Cami)
Rehomed: Mickey the pigeon, Gypsy the horse, and 4 of the Jackson 5 (Diamond Doves)
RIP Arnie, Sammy, Conan, Ms. Praying Mantis, Petey and Tito
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