Talon

Jane, I'm very sorry you are upset with the members here. I know no one meant any harm. Everyone is just feeling concerned for that grey. I didn't see any posts actually accusing this family of abusing that bird. Some of the members felt badly for the bird, and wanted to see it have a stable home with the extra care & attention it needs to help overcome the abuse it suffered prior to that family acquiring him. This family is unable to do that because of all the traveling they do. At least that is my take on the posts here. I believe that once plucking has started due to stress, or abuse, and is allowed to continue, it becomes a habit. (I'm sure someone here will correct me if I'm wrong.) I hate to see you leave here over misunderstandings. I think if you reread these posts, you will find that perhaps you interpreted them differently than they were intended. I'm sorry your grey does pluck it's feathers. You seem like you've done everything possible to find out the cause & help him. I commend you for that. I understand there can be other reasons for plucking as well, and sometimes not. Best wishes, Penny

This is an interesting thread with very different opinions. I guess you do what works best for you. I too, handle Talon like CD does with Ceasar. Although she doesn't go to the stores with me, (her wings are not clipped). She does go for car rides, and is encouraged to step up on any visitors we have. She is very friendly and willing to go onto a strangers hand. She won't stay for too long, but she will visit with them for a bit. (we never force her to go with anyone she doesn't want to.) We have a home business and many people in & out through out the day. She does not fear anyone, and will stay and sometimes even talk around strangers. I think it has helped her to be more outgoing.

Nice job, Talonsis! Beautiful pictures! But of course you've had a great teacher & mentor. :cheer:

Hello & Welcome! How old are your greys? We'd enjoy hearing more. Do you have any photo's you could post?

Hi Connie, and Welcome to our family. Your birds are beautiful! Sounds like things are progressing. It takes time, but you obviously love them and have the patience.

Great ideas Connie. Thanks for the suggestions! I, too would love to see some photo's of the different toys you've made. Perhaps it will spark the creative side in all of us!:silly:

Hi Christina, Welcome. There is a lot of good information here based on experience from many members. If you have the time, read as much here as you can. You'll learn a lot that you won't find in books! I;m glad you joined our family. Looking forward to seeing photo's if you have any. :cheer:

Glad to hear she's doing so well. I look forward to seeing your pictures!:cheer:

Talon is on my shoulder as much as she wants. Always has been. I wouldn't want it any other way.:cheer:

Wow! I'm glad you're back, and had a fairly good time. Those pictures are great! Thanks for sharing them. I'd love to see more if you have them. Too bad you didn't have a video of that...he looks so cute!:cheer: :cheer:

Josh, those are great pictures! What a happy bird you have. Thanks for sharing them with us!:cheer:

That's good to hear. Welcome here to our family. I look forward to seeing and hearing more!:cheer:

Talon likes to use the plastic medicine cups that comes with Children's medicine to drink juice out of.

Hi Chelsea! Welcome to our family. I very much enjoyed reading your intro. You really have a nice variety of birds. We're glad you're here. Feel free to join in on any topic. Looking forward to seeing photo's & hearing more about your birds. :)

Oops, I missed that, I was thinking 62 inches. I think you're right Dan, bigger is better. They need to have the space to flap their wings.

Tari, I love that you put your birds before your guests! And Bless you poor niece for being as sweet as could be when your amazon had her in her beak! :evil:

Dan, I believe the oldest cat was 32 or 34 years old. I actually had to have my cat put down, she had problems, and suffered longer that she should of, I just couldn't let her go, but I finally realized she was not happy or comfortable any longer. It took a while to finally make that dreaded phone call, but in the end, she went peacefully here at home.

Beccy, I think it's a very nice cage. I've never seen one that will fit in a corner. The size seems good. :)

Yikes! That must have startled you at first. Glad you remembered about the beets! She liked them I take it. :silly:

Okay, Dan. Looks like we need an oldest cat thread! I had a cat that was 24.

Tari is right. A well check up and blood work to rule out any medical condition is a definite must. Talon used to chew her nails so they were as sharp as needles. I found she did this as she was bored. We couldn't even pick her up it hurt so much! When ever I saw her start to chew on them, I would distract her by giving her a toy, sometimes a treat, or taking her elsewhere, or talking to her. She soon forgot about the behavior, and has since stopped. Good luck and keep us posted!

I'm happy for you Tari. 16 years old is amazing for a dog. As I've said before, our dog died tragically last year. He was 14 1/2. This is sad for me, but even though he isn't the oldest dog, I'd like to post a photo of him. I hope no one minds. <br><br>Post edited by: Talon, at: 2007/07/25 15:13

Wow! Great idea Judy! :cheer: My kids friends are always going over to Talon and putting their fingers right up to her. Sometimes I forget to remind them that she will bite! But she never broke the skin, she doesn't bite that hard yet.....although Melissa may think differently. Looking forward to reading more stories.....who's next??? {Feel-bad-00020080}:cheer:

Wow Tari, they are so cute & tiny. Every 2 hours? Gotta hand it to you, that's dedication!! {Feel-good-00020114}

Tari, Talon hates the shower. I bought a bird mister and use that on her, which she hates also, but she'll at least sit there and sulk while I get her wet! :angry: