Timbersmom

I haven't but I'm not a good example. I've been retired for a few years now, so Timber has adjusted to my frequent presence. I'll be watching what others say with interest. I do know that any schedule changes tend to upset Timber's routine, so it is unsurprising to me that Pookie is confused by your constant presence.

Gracie Mae seems oblivious to your suffering, but then I would expect nothing less! Seriously, did your wife take the hydroxychloriquine/z-pack duo? Are you taking it? Just curious.

I totally agree. I think we are seeing a overreaction fueled by panic to this one. I understand the need to take extra precautions if you are elderly (guess I may fall in that class) or compromised, but I suspect in the final tally the damage done to people due to economic repercussions may outweigh the effects of the virus. My time will come when it comes, meanwhile I will not live in fear. I am as careful as I can be, but I'm not going to live in a cocoon. I often wonder if all the resources should not be focused on protecting those at high risk instead of the general population... just my opinion.

I'm not a movie watcher, but thanks for the generous offer!

Hope all of my friends and your feathered friends are safe! There haven't been any posts in a few days, and I was wondering how you all are weathering the covid 19 pandemic. We are continuing much as usual, since my children are no longer school age. We are still babysitting the grandkids and going on much as normal. I must say, Timber doesn't seem concerned about the pandemic at all. He is, in his mind, invincible

Wow! so glad you were able to take Maxi out of purgatory. You've made a lot of progress.

We are all suckers. They count on it.

What beautiful birds! I often get the itch for another, but manage to talk myself out of it. Timber has seizures and has to be medicated twice a day, as well as being confined to a hospital type cage for his own protection in case of a fall. He takes up a lot of my time, and I can never quite convince myself that I would have the time needed for another bird. I'd love to though...

Yes! That's exactly what I thought. You should be at least partially trained with two Good luck and keep us posted! I'm a single bird owner, being to cowardly to try to serve more than one master.

Timber has been a biter since day one (rehomed). I've learned to read his body language a bit better, but he still takes me by surprise sometimes.

I'm sure he does know! Overdrive OCD with Timber. Any change is noticed immediately and treated with the proper disdain. They are too smart for their own good.

You are blessed indeed. I really wish Timber weren't such a "picky" eater.

Don't feel bad about venting. It's hard not to be upset when you spend so much time trying to make things as good as you can for one who seems totally unappreciative and even hostile. I've felt that way several times myself! That's what we are here for, to share the joys and perils of fids.

Perfect! Especially since they usually are "on a mission."

Sorry, but I'm laughing. Bullshit indeed to your gloves. Reminds me of the early days with Timber. Hubby was trying to do something in his cage and Timber was trying to mutilate him before he could. Hubby was muttering, Timber was growling, then out of the blue, though he'd hardly said anything at that point, he said "asshole" clear as a bell. We cracked up.

I'd get Timmy in to see the vet if you are concerned.

I think greys are capable of a lot of "nonsense." I don't think it's an exaggeration to say many of them are more than a bit neurotic. You have zeroed in on changes in the past year, which is a trigger for behavior changes (in my experience anyway). I don't have any answers, but I can understand how upsetting it is to do everything you can and be rewarded by biting and bad behavior. It's a blessing that your housemate has a relationship with Alfie. They do seem to switch allegiances over the course of time.

Timber said his name in my voice for the first time the other night. He says his name often (I may have mentioned that he's a bit of an egomaniac) but this was a first for my voice. He also said my name the other day, which was a first. For the most part he calls me "Jamie" (his previous owner) which I think he associates with the service industry, like he's summoning the waiter in the restaurant. When he hears me getting up, he will say a drawn out Jaaamie like he's impatiently waiting for the housekeeper to get busy.

I use facebook and twitter a lot, but not for parrot info. I've never found a group there that I thought was anywhere near as helpful as this one when I have an issue. As Breezy2013 said, I've seen bad information and too many irritating people on the facebook groups to make it worthwhile. I'm sure there are good people with good info there, but sometimes smaller groups are better. It's to time consuming to pick through the information there for a nugget of useful information, and the size doesn't promote relationships. That's why I come here.

Sounds like most married couples...

I'm partial to King's cages and don't have experience with the brand you listed. As Greytness said, you want to be sure it is powder coated. I've seen stuff about some cages from China having toxic materials in their powder coating, but hopefully that's been corrected. I tend to stick with brands I know.

Uh huh, not doing it. I can see him shaking his head! Ha.

Timber doesn't seem to have a male/female voice preference. He has picked up phrases and words from both. Funny about Alfie's new "choices." It is always so exciting when they come out with something new.

I have no idea. My first thought was that prior experiences with hands were bad. But, maybe he just doesn't want to be touched. When I brought Timber home he didn't like hands or feet. He is still a "foot attacker" if he's on the floor. I learned early on that he will step up on my forearm, but will bite my hand if offered. On the other hand, once he is on my arm and we are settled he is often receptive to face scratches with fingers. If I put my hand within strike range without offering food in other circumstances, it is an invitation for a bite. No help I know, just wish I knew what was going on in those birdie brains.

Same here, I check the forum for posts daily.