JohnNJ

lovethatgrey wrote: Again, same question. Throw out the pellets after 24 hours or 3 days - why, if they are dry and look OK. Is there some guideline from the manufacturers or from vets? Thanks, JohnNJ

danmcq wrote: I understand that fresh foods must be thrown out quickly but why seed mixes and pellets after 24 hours? Thanks, JohnNJ

danmcq: I see from your profile that you're in SoCal. Do you even have a winter? I'm presuming you're not heating the house to 76 during the day. I'd need a second mortgage to make that happen in NJ. :ohmy: JohnNJ

Jilly: If you have the cage completely covered how does the bird get fresh air? Wouldn't it get stagnant which may be worse than the cold. JohnNJ

Just wondering how cool I can make my house at night over the winter and not cause my CAG too much discomfort. I have seen others post that they drop their temps down to 64 on winter nights. What's the lowest they can handle? Can I provide something like a fleece tent to keep him comfortable? Just looking for some feedback. Thanks, JohnNJ

I had a BFA when I was younger and he never slowed down. I now have a CAG baby that's always in motion. He only slows down at bedtime when he yawns and fluffs up. That's his cuddle time. I did find a 7+ year old CAG (reunited with owner) and had him for a few days. He was pretty mellow and only had a few really active periods during the day. I'm interested to hear what long time owners say. JohnNJ

Gorndt wrote: The breeder suggested that I place the bird on the food bowl when I put him in the cage. That worked well. I did the same for the water bowl but I had to play in the water with my fingers and drip some in to his mouth to let him "see" there was something in the bowl. JohnNJ<br><br>Post edited by: JohnNJ, at: 2009/08/04 22:20

I tried it once using normal (soft) wood. It worked well and the parrot loved it. Unfortunately, he found he could break off chunks of wood easily and destroyed the whole thing. He had lots of fun doing it, too. I tried saving money by doing it myself but it cost me more overall. I eventually purchased one made of stainless steel.