judygram

I think the new addition to be used as a bird room is an excellent idea, much better than a car purchase and will give you much enjoyment for many years to come, and as long as it makes you happy then grandma can't fault you for that, she would be very proud of you for spending that money wisely. Of course you know you have to show us some pictures when you have some progress made and I can't wait to see the final results, you will have some very lucky birdies.

If she continues to lay eggs she could deplete her calcium levels, let her tend to her eggs for a couple of weeks until she tires of them then remove the eggs and the nest, when the hormones subside then the laying will cease until nature tells her to do it again. I have a female who is over 11 years old and she has yet to lay her first egg, hoping she won't.

You can cut down some on that powder by giving Sukei a shower from time to time, it really helps. On another note its nice to hear that his feathers are coming back in nicely and flight is again possible.

First, congrats on your new grey, so now the journey begins and life will never be the same. Yes at 4 months he is still just a baby so give him time to settle into his new home, things move slow in grey time so being patient is very important. Greys are very smart but you have to give him some time, let him grow up some before trying to teach him tricks, as you live with him you will be amazed at what he will learn. Second, he is still a baby and needs reassurance, after all he is a flock animal and you are part of his flock, he wants to know you are still there even though he can't see you, maybe when he calls to you give him a call back to let him know you are still around. You may have to alter your perception of having a well mannered and trained grey for it is usually the other way around, they control us and have us trained to their every whim, you know what is theirs is theirs and what is ours is theirs too, the longer you spend with a grey the more you will see that this is very true. If I were you I would locate his cage where the family spends most of their time, like we have ours in the family room and keep him in it some during the day when you have things to do then let him out for the remainder of the day to be with his flock. For the time being enjoy the cuddles and keep reassuring him until he gets more confident in his surroundings.

I agree with Marguerite, our birds have never known anything but living with humans and if we provide them with what they want and need then they will be here for a long long time. I hate what has happened to the wild greys, being captured to be sold as pets with many of them dying before they even have a chance to be sold but sadly their native habitat is being destroyed and the only greys remaining some day may be the ones we kept as companions. So many species have died out because of our intrusion into their world.

Kevin, I think it depends on the number of posts you make when you move up from fledgling so post away.

All appears good now, thanks Penny for taking care of the situation.

Stay safe there in Texas and thanks for the good advice for anyone facing an emergency situation.

She is stunning and yes ekkies have the softest feathers, what a delight she must be.

I'm glad things have worked out for you two. Now about that side note, I am sick to death of all the political correctness going on, what happened to plain ole common sense.

Nothing changed, still having problems.

I can't get into my mail or profile, admin help!

What is that saying, "Don't say anything you wouldn't want the preacher to hear" comes to mind, they are masters of what they can repeat.

Just what I wanted to hear, Olive is home safe and sound.

Josey has eaten Harrisons fine since the day I brought her home, I find there is less mess with the fine than the course and she readily eats them.

She sure does love that ice water, she is a brave girl.

I'm sorry your fid escaped but you did the right thing to put her cage outside where she could see it and maybe come to it looking for food and water, posters up all over the neighborhood alerts everyone that you are missing a beloved companion. I would suggest you go outside and call for her saying things you know she is familiar with in the hopes she answers back which will give you an idea of where she might be. If she stays in the trees she will likely evade the predators, I hope you get her back safe and sound.

Stranger things have happened and who knows maybe he will recover fully but you know we all are praying for exactly that.

She is just so adorable I can hardly stand it.

Any time a bird stops eating it is a cause for concern, at least a call into an avian vet, something is amiss.

I'm glad you love posting videos of her doing some of the best moments in the life of living with greys, she is just precious.

I keep hoping you will post that Timber is getting better, I do have my fingers crossed and keep praying for you both. I can't stand waiting to hear back about test results as all sorts of things go thru your mind but hang in there Karen, it will all work out.

I can relate that stink eye look whenever Josey is on her favorite person and I get near, she puffs up and looks at me like keep your distance woman.

I will keep you and Timber in my thoughts and prayers that he pulls thru this ordeal.

Josey has never had a problem with me sticking my hand inside her cage, I often reach inside to pick her up, add food to a bowl, move or add a toy but it sounds like good advice for those who do have a cage aggression issue.