I just got this Parrot and he curses me out and says I'm going to get you". I didn't teach him any of this. He also tried to gauge my eyeballs out with his hook beak, luckily I have fast reflexes and he just managed to gauge the side of my cheek, I have a scar now thanks to him, what do I do with the bird?
2006-07-02 13:19:06 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Birds
This kind of behavior is not terribly unusual for parrots in new surroundings. Give him some time to settle in before you try to handle him again. Always keep him below your eye level when interacting with him. That puts you in the position of control. Psychology is everything when dealing with parrots.
When he says things you don't want him to repeat, try not to react. Any kind of emotional reaction acts as reinforcement to the bird.
Try talking in a calm, sweet voice to the bird. It sounds silly, but it often calms them down, or at least confuses them. Offer treats when he's good, and be sure to praise him.
Try finding a good avian vet in your area for more advice.
Please, don't give up too quickly! Most people who get parrots as pets don't keep them, and being shuffled from one home to another is very distressing for the bird and just creates further behavior problems. These birds are very intelligent, and need lots of attention, and a great deal of patience.
2006-07-02 13:54:06 · answer #1 · answered by Spooky Wan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Parrots often imitate their owner's actions, right down to their voices, and actions. I would have to think that whomever had this bird before you taught them this behavior or the bird was neglected, and that is why he is lashing out. I have a friend with a yellow front amazon that can mimick their daughter's voice. They also have a blue/gold macaw who can be a little fiesty at times. What people fail to realize is that the bird is dependent on you for many things, and will learn just like a child does. So I would be contacting whomever you got the bird from, and see if there is a way to get a refund. If not, just try to recondition the birds actions. This will be tough if it is an older bird, as for they are set in their ways. A water bottle with sprayer is a good deterrent, and I would see about if there are any bird adoption centers around you that may help in your breaking this bird of its behavior.
2006-07-02 20:32:48 · answer #2 · answered by iiboogeymanii 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think if you really want to keep him you could try and tame him with patience it might work.My friend brought a crazy lovebird from someone who didn't want it and she bites and attacks everyone that puts a finger near her.It's CuZ her previous owners were rough with her so shes always out to defend herself.But with time she now loves my friends mom and kisses her goodnight and never bites her but she still bites other ppl.I recommend that you look it up on the Internet.Never hurt the bird that will make the situation worse.
2006-07-03 00:49:32 · answer #3 · answered by Rabbit 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the poor little thing has just been snatched from his home and thrown into a strange environment. what do you expect. give him plenty of love, patience and understanding. train him properly and he can learn not to display this negative behavior. parrots are very intelligent, they are ready and willing to learn proper behavior with the right training. subscribe to birdtalk magazine, they can help, and i'm sure there are numerous web sites on parrot behavior also. if you don't have the love, patience, or time to do this. sell or give the poor thing to someone who does. i have 3 parrots that i have raised from babies and they are happy, well behaved, well adjusted birds. it can be done
2006-07-03 14:06:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get some holy water, then put on oven mitts and a ski mask. Approach the bird from behind. Throw the holy water on it and repeat "The power of Christ compells u". Then throw yourself out a window. It worked in the Exorcist, it should work for u. Good luck. :)
2006-07-02 20:26:49 · answer #5 · answered by cheekeeteeta 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Offer it up for adoption but warn the new owner.
You can put it in the paper for free most likely. Our paper has a free "under 100" section.
Too bad it can't be released to live a normal life.
2006-07-02 20:24:43 · answer #6 · answered by mrscmmckim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scars? Ha! That's nothing! I had reconstructive plastic surgery. I'm not complaining. I wanted a parrot now I have to deal with her.
2006-07-02 20:26:21 · answer #7 · answered by mar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a devil bird to me lol. Id get red of that danm thing before it bights one of ur figures off or somthing.
2006-07-02 20:24:18 · answer #8 · answered by mermaid 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get yourself some earplugs, and keep your face out of his cage! Or just wait for the next sucker to come along and unload him for whatever you can get.
2006-07-02 20:26:42 · answer #9 · answered by Zombie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take him back to where you got him and get after the previous owner, that person is the one responsible, I bet.
2006-07-02 20:22:42 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋