Greytness

Fantastic! It always takes time and a lot of patience, as you do everything in 'grey time'. Sounds like she's coming along quite nicely!

Oh, yes she has. While I love my current home, having remodeled it to our tastes, we've never been able to completely relax here. I am constantly closing windows and doors whenever my birds get too loud so as not to set her off. My 4 new neighbors all have animals: horses, chickens, dogs, etc. It will be amazing to not be chastized for our birds animal vocalizations.

After living in our home for 34 years, we've decided to move to the country! We purchased a nice home on 2.2 acres of land. What I'm most excited about is no longer having to worry about neighbors being disturbed by the sounds from my birds and parrots, especially my macaws. Our aviary has rarely been used on account of our neighbor's intense sensitivity to sound, called misophonia. Unfortunately my birds' vocalizations is one of the sounds that will throw her into feelings of hate, anger and rage. But that is about to change, as I plan on moving the aviary with us for my birds to enjoy! Can't wait!

Alfie's great adventures! What a great outing for you both!

That's how I give to my fids: 1 to 2 drops daily. @timbersmom, I use Nutiva Organic RPO, which you can find on Amazon. What I like is that they grow their own and don't cultivate it by destroying the natural habitat.

Please keep us posted as to how both you and Snickers are doing. I'm sure that he's all settled in by now. We humans have a much more difficult time letting go.

I'm switched.

We want to see more Greycie videos!

I can't bring myself to click and read. Too upsetting for me.

Any updates on how Snickers is doing? And how are you doing??

You've been sidelined!

Such a thoughtful Mother's Day gift! He couldn't wait to help me open the card.

You'd likely have the best chance of it working with her being so young than to wait. But there's no guarantee. Just have a Plan B in place in case they don't accept each other. Of my 11 birds, only 2 have bonded. Those are of the same breed and were introduced at a young age. Two of my other birds like to play bratty games. They tolerate each other, but would prefer not to have the other around. The rest of my birds have to come out individually. Would love to see a picture of your baby!

Great idea! I'm in!

This is SO cool!

I can't even imagine what you're going through. One day it will be my reality as well, and just thinking about that puts my emotions into a huge tail spin. I'm comforted to hear he's acclimating so quickly, which is quite amazing for a CAG. It's also comforting to know you can visit him if you'd like. Their sanctuary looks like such a wonderful place for parrots to live out their lives.

How are you doing? And how is Snickers settling in over at the Sanctuary?

Hi Joea, I'm so sorry to hear you are still struggling to interact with Azimuth. I haven't heard of video chat for birds, and did not see a link for it in your post. Would love to read the article. Hopefully someone will come along with some help for you here.

Partially parent raised. At least they were when we got Maalik. Fynn came to us as a rehomed CAG, but had been purchased by his previous owner from Paul.

Yes they are. His birds are top notch!

Hello and welcome! Unfortunately that's the going rate for CAGS these days. I got 2 of my CAGS from rainforest aviaries in San Diego. They have 2 babys ready to go to their new homes as we speak. He ships. He's a great breeder and is also the head avian zookeeper at the San Diego Zoo. Check him out and give Paul a call.

I feel such a deep sadness for you, Ellen. Such a huge adjustment for both you and Snickers. I'm so very sorry you had to make this agonizing decision, but understand why you had to. Thinking of you and sending you a comforting hug.

Such a pretty girl! Happy Hatch Day, Nilah! May you enjoy many special treats on this very special day.

I wondered about what they do for the birds whenever it gets super hot or cold there. The aviaries didn't appear to have any places where they could find shade or warmth as needed.

Many of us have been agonizing over the same thing. I brought home my first bird at the age of 54. At first I wasn't going to, knowing they'd outlive me. But then my friend said it doesn't matter how long they spend with you. It matters what kind of life you are able to provide them for as long as you are able. <3