Ilse

I am a new owner (actually, he belongs to my son) of a really adorable seven week old baby. He seems to adapt well to his environment: he is lively, and clearly intrigued by our slightly older cockatiel baby. They interact well, they ''kiss'' and it seems as if the cockatiel teases him. He seems to thrive, although he has not gained more than about 20g over the past week. The pet shop owner told me to feed the baby twice a day on Avi-plus, a cereal-like product. I let the baby guide me regarding the amount, which ranges between 70 ml and 90 ml per feed, but I don't feed him in the mornings until his crop has emptied. I use a syringe with a tube. Even though he seems to flourish, I am concerned that he might not get enough nutrients. When do I introduce fruit, and do the babies have any preference? I shall be most grateful for some guidance. Thank you. Ilse Opperman