Talon

I usually weigh in the afternoon. Talon won't stay still in the am and I can't get an accurate weight at that time.

They are all different. We got Talon at 9 weeks old. And she was fully weaned. They are all different, but at 4 weeks, I'd definately get as much info as possible and definately get advice asap from an avian vet. You have to be careful not to get too much food in their crop.

Congratulations! Wow, 4 weeks is young. Have you ever hand fed before? did the breeder give you any advice? And do you have a thermometer to test the temp. of the food. You have to be very careful so it's not too hot.

I rarely see Talon drink from her water bowl either. Since she is out most the day, I offer her little drinks of water or watered down juice. She also learned about 6 months ago to say "Thirsty Bird "when she is thirsty. Si that helps if I forget to offer her a drink when she's hanging out with me in my office.

She's still a cute baby!!! Wait till she starts flying and lands on your head!!!! Talk about wanting to clip nails.:side:

here are the latest http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s98/talon1013/IMG_2822.jpg http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s98/talon1013/IMG_2824.jpg http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s98/talon1013/IMG_2826.jpg http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s98/talon1013/IMG_2819.jpg yay!! Now I can take pictures without flash...:laugh: Thank you!!! Melissa

She started out at 268 around 3 months. She has steadily gained weight. 300 is the most she has weighed so far. Sounds like your grey is doing well!

Ha HA HA! I suppose you could just insult me so I'll leave..... (you know I'm kidding!)

ah, that makes more sense! I'll go try that now. Thanks! HeatherStrella, what kind of camera do you have? Melissa

I may have asked before, how old is Zoe?

alright, well I figured I will post the latest ones here... I had tried to use the partial metering mode, but do you use it with flash? This is what happened without flash: http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s98/talon1013/IMG_2786.jpg http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s98/talon1013/IMG_2785.jpg and I used flash on this one, but she wasnt really near the window as much. http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s98/talon1013/IMG_2790.jpg and here's an another from the other day. I like the look of it, how theres really a small area which is in focus http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s98/talon1013/IMG_2718.jpg Melissa<br><br>Post edited by: Talon, at: 2007/05/12 19:10

Sounds pretty easy. B)

Thaks, it's nice to hear that so far most feel it's ok not to clip their wings as long as it's safe. Elsewhere I've been told they should stay clipped. I appreciate the quick replies. Thanks so much!! I've really been uncomfortable with feeling like I have to clip them, when I know Talon prefers to fly if needed. So far she hasn't abused the freedom.

Thanks, Yes I read that ionizers are bad for birds as well. Do you have much maintenance?

They are great! It is a free standing unit that you can put under the cage on the floor. Weekly maintenance consists of rinsing a small filter out. It filters out dander/dust and many bird & human ailments. It is warranted for life. You do have another filter to change about every 4 months, so there is a cost in upkeep for that. I bought 6 as we have a big house. I have one asthmatic son, so I bought one for his room. Talon also has a sleep cage and has one it that room as well. my house is alt less dustier!! I love them, the air just smells so much cleaner as I have alot of dust where I live. Check out this website. If you call them with questions, the owner is the one to talk to you (not some operator). He will spend alot of time talking to you and answering your questions. See the link below: http://www.aircleanersforbirds.com/

What kind of air filters systems does everyone here have? I bought the JWR germicidial air systems. I have found that they work great! Just curious if anyone here has them as well.

The more you spend time with him, the less time it will take. But all good advice above. Take it slow and really make it sound fun & exciting when you introduce new things. Good luck and keep us posted!!

Talon now weighs 300 grams. She is 19 months and a timneh. Just curious what the average weight is on greys here.

Thanks, I do add it to her daily pellets & seeds. She only will eat the fine as well. I would just like to see her eat MORE!!! I haven't given up, we've been working on this for a couple of months now. I do have a scale and she actually has gained weight. I weigh weekly.

How about Nachos? Talon loves them. I know they are very salty, but she loves to eat around them in a circle. She never finishes one, but does love them!!

Caffeine is very bad for them!! :sick:

Sometimes if you pretend to eat the food and especially not share....that will work. They love the frobidden food!!! It usually will spark Talon's appetite into trying something new. :cheer:

Thanks, I kind of agree. Talon seems to love to fly if she wants to go from one play perch in one room to another. She doesn't seem to fly unless necessary, but I like that she has the freedom to do so. I only take her outside in an adventure pack. I'll put a picture up below of my daughter and Talon on her first trip in her adventure pak. We have all the harness made out there, and she wants no part of them!!:angry:

That's all good advice. If he says it, ignore it, or leave the room. They tend to forget the things they don't hear as time goes on, such as merry x-mas, happy birthday, etc. Talon stopped saying those things after she didn't hear it anymore.<br><br>Post edited by: Talon, at: 2007/05/12 15:24

I'm sure this is posted here elswhere,it's just I'm new here and still trying to learn to navigate. Talon had her wings clipped in Feb. She now can fly all over the house if she wants, which isnb't too often, maybe 2 times a day. If I get her clipped now, how will she take it? She loves to fly and then when you put your hand up, she'll land on it. That's kind of fun to do. Any advice??:huh: