Post by mdgibbs on May 15, 2015 21:23:27 GMT -5
Hello! I am a new Quaker owner, by way of a rescue from a bad situation. He was malnourished, and looked very stressed when we picked him up from the lady that could no longer take care of him. We have had cockatiels previously and loved our birds for many years, however this little green boy has some traits that the cockatiels did not have, and I have a few questions. We have only had him 3 days!
He (Cuddles) is very loving, stretches out to get on your shoulder as you get close to his cage, wants to go ride in the car when we leave (even says "I wanna' go!). He is eating well, sleeping all night, and interacting with our entire family. He has this little thing he does after getting settled on your shoulder that I cannot find any information on. He opens and closes his beak quickly, like he is chewing something, as he licks the inside of his beak. It makes clicking noises and sometimes quiet grinding noises. He does this non stop after getting himself groomed and all tucked in cozy on our shoulders. Can anyone tell me if this is normal behavior or if it is something I should watch closer and possibly seek medical help for him? Thanks!
He (Cuddles) is very loving, stretches out to get on your shoulder as you get close to his cage, wants to go ride in the car when we leave (even says "I wanna' go!). He is eating well, sleeping all night, and interacting with our entire family. He has this little thing he does after getting settled on your shoulder that I cannot find any information on. He opens and closes his beak quickly, like he is chewing something, as he licks the inside of his beak. It makes clicking noises and sometimes quiet grinding noises. He does this non stop after getting himself groomed and all tucked in cozy on our shoulders. Can anyone tell me if this is normal behavior or if it is something I should watch closer and possibly seek medical help for him? Thanks!
. He is very lucky to have you!