Cats can never be trusted round birds,you just dont know when instinct will take over.Your new grey will need time to get aquainted with a new home and people.You have been given some great advise.<br><br>Post edited by: she, at: 2009/10/30 22:52
One thing is for sure, it takes much much longer to rehabilitate a cage bound phobic grey than it does to create one.I believe it is very important to handle and interact with greys daily .
It really sounds like you have found your perfect grey. I am so happy for you.Please keep us informed about his home coming and maybe that of his sibling.
I agree, talking to an avian vet is a must before you make any decision.A vet can tell you what the bird will need regarding any special needs and treatment.I am curious as to why the beak is split,accident or birth defect?
congratulations on getting the new grey. The flopping on to his back is a very extreme fear response you are really going to need to be very slow with him. Dont try and handle him yet just do what he feels happy with.I would love to see pictures but only when he is ready.He is a very scared little man at the moment.I know you will do all you can to win him over,good luck.
Most flock birds do.Just in other ways. Ever noticed how flocks of starlings will all come down at once and take off as one,this is all flock communication.<br><br>Post edited by: she, at: 2009/10/25 22:57
In the wild greys and all parrots have a flock,they communicate with the flock by using the sounds of their flock,each sound would represent an action or alarm or contact call.In our homes we are the birds flock so it is us they communicate with and mimic.<br><br>Post edited by: she, at: 2009/10/25 22:01