For almost one month I've had my six-month old male cockatiel. He's already comfortable with my hand and being on my arm, as he loves getting head scratches from me. The problem is, that only happens when I take him out and bring him far away from his cage. Otherwise, if he sees his cage nearby, he'll try to get inside and be comfortable there. Should I let him out of the cage more frequently than I do now?
2006-06-06 04:31:45 · 12 answers · asked by Neddie 1 in Pets ➔ Birds
the natural habitat of a bird is flying free. since he has been in captivity, this is now his natural habitat. yes, take him out more and let him explore your home so he is more comfortable.
2006-06-06 04:34:48 · answer #1 · answered by psychstudent 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a similar experience with my own cockatiel. I eventually got him over it, and feeling a little more secure away from the cage but leaving the door open all the time. I never had a problem with dropping outside of the cage, and he eventually mellowed out.
Perhaps, if you want to convince him to explore a little bit on his own, you can set out a treat somewhere not terribly close to his cage? A millet spray (over newspaper, they are kinda messy) would work, I think.
Good luck.
2006-06-06 13:47:53 · answer #2 · answered by redstreets 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK well he realizes that's his home. And as far as being able to love on him away from the cage, he is nervous. You may want to let him out of his cage more but not too much. If he is out alot then he will be expecting it, this will cause problems later.
2006-06-06 11:37:46 · answer #3 · answered by couriousinms 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Time and patience. My cockatiel did the same thing for a while. It is because he feels safe and secure in his cage. Try working with him out of the room as his cage. Eventually he will feel safe out his cage.
2006-06-06 17:45:32 · answer #4 · answered by Chelsea 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That cage is his home. Teach him that your home is his too, get him out as much as the two of you can stand, a month is not a long time for a bird, so be patient and give lots of love, you'll both be very happy and close friends.
2006-06-06 20:00:47 · answer #5 · answered by amazons 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always leave the cage door open. When my Bird wants attention She comes to me, which is often. When she hungry/sleepy she go to the cage. Remember, if you let a Bird fly loose, NO Ceiling Fans!!!! Watch for hazards; Open Toilet lids, Gas Flame Heaters etc.
2006-06-06 11:36:20 · answer #6 · answered by Snaglefritz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you live with no other pets, why can't you leave his cage door open and let him come and go as he pleases. maybe doing this will give him the comfort of both sides. my mother had one and he would love to fly around , just being able to stretch his wings made his day.
2006-06-06 11:37:40 · answer #7 · answered by momwith2suns 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes let him out more often. Have him watch TV with you. Teach him to talk. Mine loves to whistle the Andy Griffith song. When the dog barks he tells the dog to shut up and lay down.
2006-06-06 11:36:19 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you should I had a cockatel it went all over the room.
2006-06-06 11:36:51 · answer #9 · answered by Jeffrey N 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
play with him more, and maybe get him a buddy.
2006-06-06 11:35:02 · answer #10 · answered by norskfimbulvetr 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋