Timbersmom

Yes, those are great pictures! Reminds me that I have to try the pumpkin on Timber again this year. Last year, he was terrified of it.

No, no, you went about it all wrong. You were supposed to stand on one foot, hold the roll in your claw and chew on the end to show Miss Gilbert how much fun it is! Just kidding, but the things I do (and eat) to gain Timber's cooperation have me laughing hysterically at myself sometimes. Seriously, what a pleasure it is to see her blossoming. I really enjoy reading your posts and am always watching for Miss Gilbert's latest progress

Hello and welcome Michelle. I don't have any advice to offer in choosing between TAG and CAG, having rehomed a TAG a year ago and not having had a CAG. Many of the forum members take their birds on day trips and outings with harnesses or in pack-o-birds. The classroom is another story. I'd say it depends a lot on your bird's individual personality and the way they are socialized. From what I've read and the other grey owner's I know, most grey's (TAG or CAG) aren't very comfortable in groups of people they don't know and unfamiliar situations. As Baileyspapa mentioned, people will just stick their hands right up to them not realizing they could draw back a bloody stub. I'd really be concerned that one of your students might get too close. Most greys aren't tolerant of people they don't know getting in their space and will bite, fast and hard, especially if frightened. Many of us work all day and our birds are fine at home with plenty of toys, forage items etc. Many of us also leave the radio or tv on for them (not sure how much that helps and Timber has never told me what he thinks of the tv As long as you have a routine (they know when you are leaving and coming home) and have adequate out of cage and interaction time when you are home all will be well. I've never seen anyone post anything about gender being a consideration with a grey. In fact, they are so similar in appearance and actions that they have to be sexed by dna. Outside of a bird laying an egg, you'd never know if you had a boy or a girl so I don't think that would be a factor in your decision. Good luck in your hunt and keep us posted

Beautiful pics, thank for sharing!

Sounds to me like you and Miss Gilbert have a new bedtime routine!

Sounds sweet to me actually! Timber wants to be in the room I am in, but he doesn't want to be on me all the time, so no advice here. What Talon recommended is certainly something I'd try though in your circumstances.

What an exciting day! I feel badly for her previous owner, but sometimes circumstances are beyond our control. It sounds like she is a well-adapted bird from a good home, which is a big help for you in establishing a bond. Good luck and God bless

Congratulations Smokey! Now, make sure you have your cut of the royalties in writing before he hits the big time

Well, I have to say if we pandered to all the people around us like we do our birds, we would probably have world peace!

That's a great concept and something I hadn't thought about.

LOL Jeff! Gracie is one spoiled bird. Wouldn't have it any other way though

It may be weeks or never with a new item. I have had a boing hanging by Timber's playtop for about 4 weeks now. He doesn't seem afraid of it and plays with the bell on the bottom. I have yet to see him set foot on it though. Actually, I put him on it after a cuddle session a few times. He hops on it and quickly makes his way down to the regular perch on the playtop. Hope springs eternal though!

Yes, I am relieved to hear Talon is OK.

I have to say, since I saw your post that "won't you come home Bill Bailey song just keeps running through my head!

Hello and welcome Bill and Bailey! Post a pic when you have a chance. We love baby pics

LOL to the neighbor! Hope you can work out your relationship with Cotay soon. Those bites hurt!

Here's where mine is hung for Timber. It isn't his favorite thing, but he does play with it sometimes.

I have no baby or amazon experience, so I have no clue! Glad to hear all his health issues have been resolved though

Thanks for the link Wingy. I buy stuff from Dr. F & S all the time and I hadn't seen they had a safflower based seed mix. I'll give this one a try next!

Wow, that would be a shock. I've actually hesitated to have Timber tested because at some level "he" will always be a boy to me. Maybe I'll just live in blissful ignorance. The hardest thing for me would be trying to say "her" instead of "him." In the end, what difference does it really make though? Very interesting theory about LuLu. Who knows? That could have been her name at one time. I hadn't thought about it, but some do rename the birds they rehome so it is certainly possible.

No, it is definitely Wednesday. I'll back you up!

Yikes what a day already!

Loved it! Emma sure has her menu all planned out

I wonder about the sodium content? Salt isn't good for them.

I try to give Timber as much variety as possible. He gets pellets, seed, spouted seed, and vegetables (some cooked, some not) every day. He also gets whatever we are eating that he can have, as well as pine nuts, almonds, and a peanut or cashew at bedtime. I remember reading somewhere, sometime on the forum to give 1/4 cup of seed a day.