Mistyparrot

The access to this forum got very flaky a while back so I have been away. But It now it all seems to be hunky dory 🙂

ATTENTION ALL! My Google Chrome Browser has detected Phishing URLs on this forum. Be very careful following any links published here! Steve n Mistyparrot

Misty mostly ignores the tv unless my favorite soap come on and he whistles along with the signature tune. He also likes music programs and loves to join in with any laughter. Steve n Mistyparrot

Does anyone know about this gell? It might be a useful medication to keep in the pet first aid box. https://cresilon.com/index.php/vetigel/ Steve n Mistyparrot.

A very happy 2017 to all the friends of Grey parrots here and everywhere. Steve N MistyParrot.

Misty is very happy to let me give a beak rub any time. Usually, I can only give neck rubs and scritches when he asks with "Tickle tickle" but then he will often bury his whole head in my hand. Steve n Misty

Misty used to add extra ventilation to my shirts and tee shirts but he seems to have moved on from that habit. Thank goodness. So there is hope for all you sufferers out there Steve n Misty

Another "quirk" that Misty has learned by example is to apologize! When he sends something crashing down he will fly back to his tree perch saying "Sorry Babe" He has also said it after a nip when I want to scratch my neck and caught him by surprise on the back of my chair! A while back I tripped while carrying him and sent him tumbling to the floor! As I gathered him up I said "Sorry Babe". When he learn to say "Thank you" it will make my day :-) Steve n Mistyparrot

Misty will go for any unattended cup or tumbler if it has liquid in it. Luckily it is usually water. He will land on it and balance perfectly. The problem is when he takes off. If I try to rescue the tumbler he will get quite snappy. It is one of the few occasions when i may get a nip! Steve n Mistyparrot

What a wonderful journey you have begun together. It is so moving to read your story. Thank you for sharing. Steve n Misty

My problem is quite the opposite from those here. It is Misty who decides when it is bed time!I will be watching a film on TV and Misty will decide "It's bed time" I will say "Not yet I am still watching the film" He will patiently wait for a few minutes but then "It's bed time!" . Me " not yet! ". After another while. Misty, " It's bedtime now!" . Finally, he loses patience. I get "It's bed time, now! OK!!" At that point, I give in. We go to our appropriate sleeping places. Steve n Misty

What can be done about this? http://www.birdlife.org/africa/news/ghana%E2%80%99s-grey-parrot-population-may-soon-cease-exist Steve n Misty

Happy New Year to all. I wish peace, health and happiness to all who read this message. To all those who don't read this, well you had your chance To all who love and give happy homes to animals a very special thanks for caring. whether you read this or not.

Was it the smoke alarms that panicked your birds or you? If it was the alarms perhaps you can get the birds habituated to it. In my apartment we have regular alarm tests every week and the occasional false alarm. It is hard to ignore as it should be! The test is only for about ten seconds and Misty no longer takes any notice. Even on longer false alarms.That may just be Misty's reaction. He was bothered the first few times although that was years ago. I tend not to flap myself so he may also take his cue from me. Steve n Misty n Parrot

The first thing Misty taught when I adopted him was his contact call. That was more than eleven years ago. My learning it was the key to our bonding. We too play the whistle game. It can go on for a while. We also both enjoy it hugely. I shall record his call and post it here. Perhaps we can make an audio library of our Greys contact calls. Steve n Misty

Why would you want to spray it on noodles? I prefer tomato sauce or soy sauce. It is fine for your Grey though. Steve n Misty

That is not good! Has your son recovered any? Steve n Misty

. .....Serious cleaning w/vinegar & a good steamer should help keep dander, dust mites & mold spores down around the house..... I doubt Misty would appreciate me steaming him! ( Sorry I could not resist it :cool:) Steve n Misty

As I said in my original post Nancy, the reaction I have does not involve rhinitis or affect my breathing. It is unpleasant though. I can get a headache. Fortunately, it is not constant but it is more noticeable when Misty preens near me. I don't have asthma, but I do have COPD. Misty has never presented a problem previously. I was tested a couple of months ago for parrot related allergies and they were negative. The mould has definitely affected my immune response making me sensitive to all kinds of dust and some perfumes and cigarette smoke. The Air Cleanse works in a similar way to an ionizer causing the airborne particles to precipitate out of the air. But the problem with ionizers is they can produce ozone and that is not good for a parrots lungs. Air Cleanse is claimed to be bird safe. I am also using HEPA air filters. Steve n Misty

Thank you, Dave. I am well aware of the need to see an allergist. This is a very recent problem and I have an appointment booked, but in the short term I need to find a way that enables me to tolerate Misty in some comfort. These products arrived today and they definitely seem to help to alleviate the symptoms. As you know allergic reactions can be very difficult to cure. Steve n Misty

Does anyone here have any experience of PetalCleanse feather cleanser or AirCleanse made by Bio-Life in the UK? After 13 years, I have suddenly become sensitised to Misty"s dander. I have tried these products today and they seem to be effective. One is a spray containing Aloe vera and other plant extracts for spraying on Misty's feathers and the other is an air cleaning spray containing Eucalyptus and other ingredients. My sensitization seems to be due to me inhaling mould spores whilst cleaning out some old damp magazines from storage. Since then I seem to be allergic to all kinds of dust. With Misty, I get a strange slightly oily taste in my mouth and sensation on my face as well as a tight feeling at the back of my neck. It does not affect my breathing. It is just a bit worrying! Steve n Misty

Is it that important to you? Personally I would rather have a two to three-year-old Grey than a six-month-old. I got Misty at two and he has been my best pal for the last eleven or so years. Steve n Misty

Misty just told me I am not to read your posts anymore! Sorry Dave. Misty n Steve

I would beware! Isaac has the laugh of a maniac! :eek: Steve n Misty