Mel

Darn, my speaker is out.

I'm so sorry about your pet. It might be good to have the autopsy to make sure it's not something that could affect the other bird. Do you have a dog? I know someone who's friendly dog was just too rough on a smaller pet and it's neck broke.

I have used coolaid as well.

Thanks,Mel;)

You are so imaginative. Nice stuff. I like the PVC perch. It looks so easy to put in a corner or along the wall maybe even shower. How long has it been in use. I am wondering about landing and wing flapping. Thanks, Mel

Good progress! When you touch his beak try to scratch it to show him the motion of your fingers scratch. He may realize he likes it and eventually you can move to his face, neck and head. My bird loves these scratches. Good luck!

My dad gave me 14 lbs of it. Is it a blend I can mix with my other foods for TBird? Thanks, Mel

Making your own can save money and allow you to be creative and design a really interesting one. Search on this site. Some have made some nice ones. I have my wood but I need to make time to put one together. http://www.greyforums.net/forums/the-nursery/84583-my-toys-and-perches.html#85187<br><br>Post edited by: Mel, at: 2008/08/05 20:17

I am making hot wings tonight for supper. I cut off the wing tips. I left the kitchen and caught TBird nibbling at a raw one when I came back. Is this something he can have? I could cook them. I don't give any kind of chicken bones to my dogs though. Not sure about this with birds. And still maybe these are too small even if allowed. Dunno.

If you already have a playstand just buy a new screw. Take one of the others to a hardware store if you need to makle sure to identify it.

Keep the cage open for a period of time. He may realize it is his choice and want to come out and explore. Set a timer if you're afraid you will forget before you have to leave.

I agree with Dan. It sounds like you are doing a great job!

Does the tray slide out? I have the dowel type because I already had it. However if I were to buy one I would try to find one that the perches were of different diameters to better exercise the feet. Sometimes they pick a favorite perch and then it is the same diameter. Just a thought before you buy.<br><br>Post edited by: Mel, at: 2008/08/05 19:47

Is he fully weaned? I needed to continue to feed ours for about 3 weeks so I suppose he relied on human contact. I am NOT experienced with birds being nervous upon arrival. I suppose we were lucky about it. I am wondering if you hold your hand still with a treat if he will calm and move in to check it out. Maybe even pretend to eat and enjoy it first while being only slightly higher than him rather than hovering over with too tall a frame. If that makes since.

Dan, DOES your bird say those? :whistle: :laugh: "badabadabadbaddddd" That's cute! How old is your bird?