Mistyparrot

Yes they are quite astonishingly smart animals. I am not sure I would want one on my shoulder though!:eek: Steve n Misty

Misty was two when I adopted him and I couldn't have made a better decision. That said I think you should go see the parrot in question and see if you click. Steve n Misty

If I do something that Misty disapproves of he calls me "Horrible boy!":) Steve n Misty

This article published on Discovery confirms what we already know. Irene Pepperberg is one of the signatories. It's good to know that some scientists at least have come to accept the blindingly obvious. Parrots are people too! ANIMALS ARE AS WITH IT AS HUMANS, SCIENTISTS SAY A prominent group of scientists signs a document stating that animals are just as "conscious and aware" as humans are. This is a big deal. http://news.discovery.com/animals/animals-consciousness-mammals-birds-octopus-120824.html Steve n Misty

I think every parrot should be allowed to say "No" and "Stop". Because we have to restrict them to living in a human environment they must be allowed to express dissent. We owe them that at least. I would rather a "No!" or a "Stop!" than a bite! Steve n Misty

My niece lost one of her Senegals that way. If they fall in they have no way to grip to climb out and no room to spread their wings to fly out. No one should ever leave or allow their fid into the bathroom unaccompanied. Steve n Misty

Well. That's it. He has nothing left to learn now except perhaps put the lid down and flush Steve n Misty

I understand that but you could have given her a couple of minutes and then say "Now it's bed time come on" That is what I did with Misty. I admit it can backfire because now it is usually Misty saying "It's bed time now!" to me! Although he does usually wait until the film I am watching has finished . Steve n Misty

Thanks for the heads-up JeffNOK. Steve n Misty

You have a smart little girl there! I would comment that when she learns to use a word in context it pays to reinforce her understanding. So when she says "stop" you stop! It is much easier for a Grey to learn the right meaning than to unlearn a wrong one. Steve n Misty

Misty has his main meal when I have mine. I share my food with him by putting it on his own plate, a little pasta, or fish, potatoes, maybe green beans, broccoli together with apple slices, orange and a little low salt malt bread with unsalted peanut butter. I bring our plates in together and he flies direct to his feeding station in anticipation. Then we tuck in. He never comes over to steal from my plate but as I usually finish well before he does. What he will do is pick up an apple slice or broccoli frond and fly over to me so he can eat it sitting on my knee! Unless I am in a mood to get covered in ice cream or custard I avoid sharing my desert although that can lead to arguments! Steve n Misty

I agree with Chezron. Thank goodness for people like Brian who are both prepared and able to re-home "difficult" parrots. Does anyone know if the behaviour Brian described is gender specific? Could it be used as a way to sex Greys? Steve N Misty.

Have you tried winding with sisal cord? You can get it in various diameters. Just wind it along the T bar and it will give good grip. Steve n Misty

Misty was like that seven years ago. Horrible clip and clumsy attempts to fly but now he is a beautiful confident fully feathered flyer and I am so proud of him. You will be amazed at how well they can negotiate tight turns and pinpoint landings. Well done for letting Rosie get her wings back. That said it is good she seems to understand about windows. Just to make sure take her around and let her tap on the window panes. There is a myth that Greys are clumsy. They are not at all unless they have the misfortune to be clipped. Steve n Misty

Amazing but calling a parrot "Kitty"?? Steve n Misty

I would give Misty time out in his cage as soon as he nipped my ears. Just a few minutes and he got the message. As he is out when I am home which is most of the time he soon learned his boundaries. No shouting, just "no biting" and in he went. Steve n Misty

Thanks for your report Luvparrots. You have confirmed my fears about this device. Please tell Anna Grey we are all very grateful to her for her trouble. Steve n Misty

It is quite normal for Greys to nap. A lot depends on how much sleep time they get but don't expect them to be playing all the time. Remember also that her gage is also her refuge so it would be best placed so she can see the activity but also be able to chill out undisturbed. She dosen't want to just observe the action but also join in. Playing with her people is much more fun than any toy. Misty naps during the day in between playing or getting on my case but he also goes to bed later than most. He is out of his cage most of the time. As he is about nine his nap times may not be typical of a younger bird.

I am a bit worried that we are heading for a "Birdy Poo Of The Week" competition!!:eek: Steve n Misty

I found this yesterday. Could be a good bird-safe idea using backing soda. Steve n Misty http://www.stylelist.com/2012/08/10/how-to-deodorize-your-carpet_n_1765894.html

Ahh yes. Reminds me of the film Barbarella. There is a scene where the villainess played by Anita Pallenberg and her cohorts have an angel in the chamber of a giant hubble bubble so they can inhale his heavenly essence. Not that I wan't to give you any ideas you understand! Steve n Misty

I don't notice any smell from Misty's dipping food but is mostly fruit and nuts. He has his main meal with me and shares some of my menu. I don't eat meat but he does enjoy a little fish. His droppings are not left any longer than it takes to clean them up but he mostly goes in the bathroom when I take him. I suppose with a bird that lives most of its day in a cage, the cage is going to have droppings hanging around although I think on a pong rating from 1 to10 Greys are about 2 and dogs and cats are between 8 and 11 . Misty won't go in his cage if he can possibly help it so I don't have that problem. On the other hand I can smell his last meal on his breath. If I have truffel flavoured omelette, that smell is on him most of the next day although he only has a little! Otherwise there is a slight scent from his feathers that I actually like. Steve n Misty

Misty is like Jake. He does not like to go in his cage. He saves it up for when he comes out. Every morning I take him to the bathroom . I let him perch over the bath then I can wash it away instantly with the shower hose. I suspect that not pooping in their home is normal for a wild parrot as they nest in holes in trees where they rear their young. As Misty is out all day he also has poop trays under his play gym otherwise I watch out for him and know when he wants to go so I can make sure he is in the right place. He rarely makes a mistake. I do not find the smell of parrot poop offensive unlike cat or dog "gifts" Steve n Misty

Go to "Go advanced" then click on the film icon. Put in the url of your video . I use Youtube. Steve n Misty

Looking at the comments on the Youtube video for this ( ) the consensus seems to be that parrots legs do not have the strength or musculature to cope safely with this device. I don't think I would risk Misty's legs with this. :eek: Steve n Misty