Birds as pets???

Question

What is the best type of bird to have as a pet, that you can hold?

Answer 1

You can teach any bird to be hand tame, but I would verify with whomever you are buying the bird from if they were handfeed or handled when they were bred and if they are regularly handled.

Parrots are by far the smartest birds, with amazing personalities. We've owned budgies and cockatiels, and after getting our Lovebird, they seem like mindless little twitterers afterwards :)

I recommend a Lovebird. They're the smallest parrot, which can help for someone who is intimidated by those giant ones, and they really are very personable. However, they do require alot of interaction, so only commit to one as long as you know you can spend at least an hour a day with it, otherwise get two so they can interact, but don't expect to hand tame them that way.

Our lovebird has been in our family for almost two years now and my husband refers to him as our "dog with wings". He loves to play with my kids toys when they're playing on the ground, he snuggles up on my shoulder when we're watching tv, when i'm doing dishes, he's hopping around on my arms begging for a bath. And when we eat, you can forget about not sharing, as he'll climb onto your bowl or plate and help himself (mangos are by far his favorite).

Answer 2

Hi have you ever had a bird? I suggest reading up on them before hand so you have a good idea as to the cost and up keep of them.. As well as get to know the different species.. After you have armed yourself with some knowledge you should be able to decide what bird would best suit you and your life style.. Please keep in mind that some bird species live a very long life and could very well outlive you.. They need alot of attention and daily cage cleanings and fresh fruits veggies pasta rice and leafy greens.. If you think you can handle it then absolutely get a parrot... Birds can be terrific life long pets if you treat them with love and care.. For a first time bird owner who wants a parrot I would suggest an Eclectus.. They are beautiful to look at and they have alot of personality.. They talk and will provide endless hours of fun... They are medium sized and of all the parrots they are by far the gentlest and sweetest parrots out there ... They are just as intellegent as African Greys and Amazons.. They don't bond to just one person they love the whole family of coarse they might love 1 person a little more than the rest ... They are fairly easy to train and teach stuff to.. and they can be potty trained.. Keep in mind that parrots are not cheap an Eclectus will run you roughly 1500.00 give or take a few dollars.. Make sure you have an AVIAN vet available to you for well bird checkups... Just research alot first and maybe look into adoption there are alot of parrots sitting in rescues that need a good home... Good Luck

Answer 3

I would reccomend either a cockateil or perhaps a small conure to make a stretch. Though eve a green cheek conure will cost you 200 or a little more and then the cage and toys, so definatley make sure you read up ont eh species and its needs befor eyou decide. Teils are great beginner birds and can live over 20 years. Every bird has the possibility of being held, it's whether they like it or not.

Answer 4

For a good first bird it's hard to beat a handfed cockatiel. They are a nice size, not too small. Not intimidating or as needy as the larger parrots. Friendly and sweet natured. The larger parrots need a lot of time spent with them, and you need to anticipate behavior problems at times.

Go to www.cockatielcottage.net for great info!

Answer 5

I feed any sparkling seed and pellets left on the backside of the cage to the exterior birds. They like it while they arrive to a determination it is fit for human intake. The cardinals chow down on the fruit flavored Zupreme. It bowled over me as a results of fact at my final abode they does no longer touch it. in the adventure that your buddies feed birds they arrive on your feeding section to work out if the pickings are extra helpful. they do no longer look to be dependable and choose for the final chocolates. We additionally feed wild chook foodstuff from Agway . We feed the cornless mixture as a results of fact the corn has an inclination to get damp and break in our section. Starlings consume something. Blue jays and cardinals love sunflower and safflower seeds. cling a suet cake & watch the exciting.

Answer 6

Start with a little budgie (parakeet) they can be really fun and don't cost a bunch. Do yourself a favor and read up on it BEFORE you get the bird, for both your sakes!

Answer 7

If you want to hold it, you'll need a hand-fed bird of any breed. I have a cockatiel. She's a bit annoying. When she's in a good mood, she sits quietly on my shoulder.

I used to have a green-cheek conure. He was very sweet and super cuddly!

Answer 8

cockatiel.. dont know how to spell it.
but they are med. sized birds. just make sure you get one when they are young, otherwise they wont be used to being handled, and may get vicious.
but my mother had 4 of them, and she had them for a long time. and they are kinda noisy, but all birds are.
and watch out for bird claws!!

Answer 9

dove and Parrots are the best bird big enough that you can hold.

Answer 10

a cockatiel makes a great first bird. they are so sweet and affectionate