Elvenking

Yes...I just caught it on video...but I have to run to the wildlife shelter right now...I am helping out today...I will upload when I get home. He also does part of his Andy Griffith Song too...so it's a two-for-one.

So it has been a while, lots of things coming up for me that keep me from sitting back and getting on the forums to make new posts for a while now. Anyway, my boy has been super funny. I noticed the other day that when ever I open up a cabinet or door....Isaac squeaks for it. It is super funny...cause he is sitting on my shoulder and I hear the squeak come in perfect time with me opening things. Here is a cool thing I started trying. I placed a bowl, a cup and a fork on the floor. I went back and forth with these items showing Issac each one and saying what they were. Then I was positioning them. So I would take the cup...and put it on its side and say 'the cup is down'. Then i would prop it up and say the 'cup is up'. Repeat a few times. So...I place the cup down and walk away...I look at him and sau, "Okay boy...pick the cup up". He pretty much just stares and hangs on my every word while I speak. I keep saying it. Then I turn away to do something else....the lil bugger picks the cup up and stands it up! Now....he walks around on the floor standing up all the cups he encounters...looking for my approval. I love him to death...what a sweetie. I am going to have to upload some video. He is on the floor asking me to look at him by saying, "Litah booooyyee....peek a booooo" so I am gonna go love him up. Bye for now.

Ohh how I love those blue and golds. Be-a-u-tiful Macaw! Congratulations on the new family member.

Isaac started going up instead of down at about 10-12 weeks.

I tend to believe that the more validated a trustful relationship is, the more a Grey will feel like they can drop their guard and be playful. A relaxed Grey can be the product of the bird not having to be looking out for possible harm, unpredictable environments and people, and a feeling that they and their desires are respected. That being said, a Grey cannot simply be called to play, they have to be in the mood. Even having said that, it really depends on what you mean by "play". Sometimes, you are the subject of a game that you did not initiate. LOL....you know when that happens. For example; Isaac knows that I do not want him near the tweeters of my bookshlef speakers. When he sees I am not paying enough attention to him, he will land right by them and swipe his face by them...as if to say, "I am gonna do it....look....I am gonna do it"...even mocking me by saying, "BOY!!" loud like I do when I am scolding him. Ohhh they love to play...just depends on what you consider a game.

I so identify with this.

Love, attention, care, scratches, and lots of smiles.

So I haven't heard back from the lady, but here is the last email she sent me when I asked if I could help. So that is all I really have. The lady does care about the bird though so I think that Lucy is in good hands. If I get anything more I will let the forum know. I think we can be thankful that so many want to insure Lucy's good care.

And yes...my....if you can let him out that would be best. I missed that part. Is there any problem with doing that?

If you are always doing something in response to the banging actions, he will continue to do them from the patterns I have seen. Isaac has picked up more than one bad habit whether it be a sound or an action. The best thing you can do is to either eliminate the capability of doing it, or ignore it when he does it. You'll notice that when he does this, he will look at you for a reaction. His life is a constant experiment with you...and he is having a good time with this one. Try not to feed into it.

The calls they hear when you are not around are probably him calling out for you, his friend. Those are contact calls. You are actually encouraging the contact call system birds have by responding to the noise with particular sounds yourself. It comforts him and lets him know that you are still there. It might be a slightly painful growth period to get him to stop constantly calling out for you. This is assuming that by bird noises, you mean a contact call. But my guess is to not encourage it by responding in any way. Maybe someone else can chime in.

Oh they are super cute. I was just watching the whole video with this huge smile on my face. Love those babies.

I am not sure yet. I will have to email the lady to check the status and get back to ya. When I did email her she said she would let me know if she needed help finding a new forever home for Lucy, so I was kind of taken off the case at that point. But I will check in on her and let you know what I hear.

Wow, concise response. Thanks for the oatmeal suggestion. Isaac is ga-ga over Cheddar.

Well...lets not run with that just yet. The lady said to stand by...she might have someone. She will let me know. So she is on hold for the time being.

I can inquire about any issues she might have. But this bird appears to be well taken care of by someone who simply does not have the bandwidth to properly care for the bird. Given that she says things like, "I love you" and "I love you more", I am guessing there hasn't been a lot of trauma. In addition, the appearance of her is wonderful. I have sent an email out to the lady and will get more complete information. However, if I didn't have Isaac, I would give the sweetie a home today myself.

Yes....such a beautiful bird! I hope I can help the little girl.

Hello all. I went down for my first interview at the Project Wildlife center here in san diego and found my first opportunity to do a good deed. A sweet Grey needs a forever home. This bird is gorgeous and seems to have no mental issues out of the ordinary. Here is the information. First.....the letter from the owner... "I am looking to find a good home for my parrot. She is an African Grey and is 14 years old. My daughter found her in a tree many years ago. She is pale grey with a red tail and is very talkative. She says; "I love you, I love you more, kiss, how's my girl?, bedtime" and more. She would sell for $1000 but I am not looking to sell her. I just want to find a home where someone would love her and give her attention. Preferably someone who has had a bird and understands their needs. If you know of anyone please let me know. Thank You, Shari" And the pictures of this sweet beauty. Beautiful bird who just needs a home. She doesn't want money, just a loving owner. If you can help at all, please PM me and we can work out details. I will have to get to know the prospective owner and speak with you on the phone. Feel free to contact with any questions.

I have been teaching Isaac the Andy Griffith Show theme....and he has a decent chunk of it down. My mom was cracking up hearing him whistle the tune.

People suck....it's no secret. We are not evolved enough as a people to handle the results of the things we do in life as a people. Our reach far exceeds our grasp. Until we self destruct. Coming soon. Quite honestly, the whole notion of keeping life as pets is a questionable when I really think about it. (And I know there are the few and the strange of us that treat our pets as well as we would our own children...so I am not addressing the forum population). You can't solve all the problems that stem from condoning it, so is it really a good thing?

LOL...love it!

Okay...thanks for making me cry at work again. LOL. I am serious, every scene with greys just pulls at my heart like nothing else in this world. It fills me with joy to know that people in Uganda are helping these beautiful creatures. I suppose it pulls at my heart because i know that each one of those little guys has emotions. They are so incredibly sweet....and it never fails to make me want to go home and give tons of love to my baby Isaac. "I'm coming home soon baby" There is nothing more beautiful than seeing a bunch of them no? Then when they all fly, I think my heart stops.

Totally love hearing Isaac mimic the downstairs dog that always barks when someone knocks on their door. He doesn't do it that often so he hasn't driven me crazy with it.

You mean I shouldn't cuddle and kiss my bird. WHAT? Blasphemy!

When Isaac fluffs up really big and slowly nods his head up and down, I think he is weary of something that is approaching him. I will usually notice what object is causing him to get skiddish and move it away. He will simply fly if it gets any closer. He usually combines this action with a little "Whhheeeww" which is a pure indicator that something is nearby that he does not like.