FrightyDog

Dear Lord what a response. Thank you thank you thanks. Unlike my aquarium forums (advice is only good from mods on there t-.-t), I feel I got a plethora of good advice. I read all of them and took it into consideration. I understand they like (for the most part) a certain rhythm and I pretty much have one, but it can change randomly and that's what scares me. I understand there are many adoptables out there (I am trying my best to organize a foster group for pets). I never considered one because I really hate the plucking of feathers, but if it really likes me when I meet it, I could consider it. That is something that I can not resist. But as all of you made very clear, I WILL wait (until the time is right). It won't be for a while, probably next summer at soonest. The money is quite a problem, but I will save Is there any other birds you suggest (like pigeon or parakeet)? Also when it comes to girlfriends, I will wait like i do the birds x) so if they don't like my animals I don't like them haha x). Once more to summarize what I got out of it is; Make sure I have time, make sure I choose the right one (not just get one), and make sure I can afford it x) I say I will wait until next year at soonest is because I still live at home. Next year I move far far away (11 hour drive) and I have a very overbearing mama bear so I don't know how I will react to freedom. If I go crazy with the freedom(which who knows could happen) I know not to get one. So yeah thanks everyone I am very happy with these responses!

I have found when asking advice, you get more negative responses so shoot. Why shouldn't I get an CAG? Some background information... Age: 18 (going on 19) School: College for a degree in zoology Location: California Working? : Yes Lifestyle : I've never been to a party. I've never drank or smoked weed (very popular in Socal btw). I don't have many friends and don't go out very often. At one point (not too long ago) I still made time for my current pets. Of I were to get one tomorrow (trust me I won't ) I would play with it mornings (6:45-8:45 roughly) and/or nights (6-9 roughly). The rest of the day I either work or have school. I'd plan to leave a TV or radio on for him/her. My schedule for work is random so those hours may change (for example this Sunday I could play with it all morning but not night and Friday I would only play with it from around 11:30am-2 for the entire day). I'm a somewhat busy guy but I can make room for an animal. Interests : animals, hence my major. I currently have 3 aquariums, a newly bought ball python, a crested gecko, and a husky (which is more a family dog than mine). Disclaimer : I believe many of you may tell me not to get one because I am young and I should live my life. I will. Don't get me wrong, I like to have fun and I will, but that is a rare occurrence for me. If it happens more when I move (next year) it will not be enough to stop me from playing with the bird at least 2 hours a day. I'm an early bird and I sleep fairly late (midnight). I'm sure there are cons (as to anything) and you are more than welcomed to tell me . Just ask if you have any other questions. I do not have a gf atm, but when I did she didn't stop me from playing with my gecko. This bird would be bought in a year also so I can save money. Thanks and try not to tear me apart. Also if you have alternative birds you'd suggest, I'm open to it