Timbersmom

Yes indeed, great problem solvers aren't they?

LOL! Funny

I think Aerial would be my pick on the list. I like the play on words with that one!

For those of you who have an interest in spycams to keep an eye on your bird when you are away, here is a video I took this morning with the cam. The quality on the video software is not as good as what I see on my Kindle or computer. However, it will give you an idea of what you have access to. Excuse Timber's mess on the cage floor, he had a foraging fest this morning (and every morning). There is a cat in the room in back of him, which is where he seems to be directing his efforts. Also, I just realized I forgot to lower his light when I put him in this morning. Happens about every two weeks... http://s1068.beta.photobucket.com/user/karent777/media/Timbercam_1.mp4.html

LOL! Outwitted by your bird again. Lowering thought isn't it? I love stories like this though

I'll bet you are so excited! Loved the pics, thanks. Good luck and God bless the homecoming

Ah, thanks!

oooo... I hadn't thought of that! Think I'll give Timber a shoe so I have an excuse to buy a new pair...

Enjoyed the pic, thanks! Timber loves to hang on his cage and flap. It seems to be just part of his daily routine. He has a "light" clip, and as Dan said, he can glide down but not achieve full flight. I've made so many mistakes since I rehomed him! Even our more experienced members still make mistakes and have the bite marks to prove it However, there isn't any point in kicking yourself. I just learn from the mistake and know not to repeat it (or try not to). What happened with you is what most of us do, try to go too fast too soon. It's like you have to adjust to "grey time" which moves much more slowly than ours! On the other hand, sometimes he will surprise you with rapid progress. Considering the situation Oscar came out of, I think you have made amazing progress

LOL Make it cheesecake and I'll bob for it!

Strange that they would all get up on the wrong side of the perch on the same day. Maybe it was the recent weather problems, or is it possible they pick up emotions from each other like they do us? Who knows!

Maybe one of the active members actually did make one. If so, they will probably post a pic for you

I haven't seen Darwinsmom around in a long time, so I'm not sure you will see a response to this. Just wanted to let you know!

What a pretty baby! Welcome to you and to Loki. I love the name by the way and I'll bet you will find it is apt. Isn't Loki the god of mischief? I'm looking forward to seeing more pics and hearing about your progress. The only grey I have experience with is my 5 year old rehomed TAG, so the baby stories fascinate me.

I'm glad you are going to give him some time. The thing is, you have no guarantee that a newly hatched baby would favor you over the others in the house either. Like people, they love who they love and it isn't always the one who loves them the most! I think with time and patience you will have a good relationship with Bogart. My rehomed TAG, Timber and I have a pretty good relationship now. Despite the fact that I am the one who spends time with him and cares for him, he prefers my 20 year old son, who is in college and rarely ever home. I will "do" if Dakota isn't around but if he is you can tell who Timber would rather be with. It is early days yet for you. It took us two or three months to get to a step up with any regularity and no blood-letting (on my part). Another thing I have seen several times on the forum is that birds can switch their allegiance from one household member to another at times. My advice would be "don't give up!"

Well, I can tell you that it isn't very effective with Timber. I still have to have his nails trimmed every six months or sooner. However, from what I've read here, it depends on the grey as do many things. Some of the member's birds trim their own nails for the most part and some have to be "helped." Like everything else, sometimes we just do what we can

Sounds like Bogart is a quick learner! Welcome and good luck

My vet recommended a concrete perch to help with nail care. I'm relatively new myself, so I don't know if that is standard or not. I have a short concrete perch at the highest position, and that is the one Timber chooses to sleep on. He is an adult though, not a baby. I'd be interested to hear what others think about this.

Thanks Dave! I live in a rural area. We don't have either of the stores you mentioned, only Kroger and Save-A-Lot (and the ubiquitous Walmart of course). I will make a point of checking that out next time I make a trip "to the city" though.

They quickly associate words with actions, so the baby will quickly learn what bed time means. As Jay said, if the door is open and someone is in the room, the baby won't be confused. I was listening to Timber "practicing" on the birdie cam the other day. He said "time to go night night" in a rather sing-song voice. It is lowering to hear how stupid I sound when he says it...

Interesting website there Myshelf. I can't find where they list what seeds are in their sprout mix though?

I see Timber doing this on his cage door at least once a day. I'd love to know what he is thinking too! He will swing the door, do the exorcist round and round thing with his head, and sometimes hang by one foot and do his stretch.

Good to hear from you and Claire. So glad to hear things are going well!

Great thanks! I'll check it out

I'm with you there Sterling! I rehomed my TAG when my youngest son moved on-campus. I know I had empty next syndrome, but I don't care. I needed it, Timber needed it, and it's all good!