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This was taken in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone at about six feet from the window of a Chevy Avaio (the buffalo was bigger than the car!!!

First off, thank you all for the great replies to my question about Boo. I was working all day today, so my wife got a chance to spend a day with Boo without me. It ended kinda funny, as by the end of the day he lowered his head for her to pet him and accepted treats from her hand as a result of your advice. When I came home, however, Boo immediately sought my attention and began striking at her again. (hee, hee) I am glad to be a part of your group and look foward to learning a great deal from you all. Thanks, Craig

My wife and I were given a gorgeous Congo Grey named Boo last night. We were given a large, luxurious cage as well. He came from what appears to have been a good home. The family was moving and didn't want to move the birds. He is five and was raised with a crested cockatoo for his entire childhood. He chatters and appears to be comfortable. My question is this: Boo immediately allowed me to pet him in the head in a preening manner, but lunges at my wife violently. He broke skin when she attempted to not pull away as all the books said to do. I know this happened on the first night, but is there a way that I can be proactive in handling this issue?