Timbersmom

I agree that parrots are rehomed at an alarming rate. I'm shocked when I see how many are "available." I know there are real situations where people have no choice, but that number doesn't match the number of parrots available to rehome. So sad.

The skewer works every day for us. I put his fresh peas in the pod, broccoli and cauliflower on it. He will at least nibble on some of it. If I put them in a bowl they will be untouched all day.

Timber does 3 very distinctive meows, I'm assuming from homes he has lived in. When I'm in the other room or upstairs, he will run through his repertoire of all 3. The third sounds like a cat caught in a trap or something. It's actually pretty distressing! I have two cats and it gets my attention when I hear that one, until I remember it is Timber. His mimic ability on animal sounds is uncanny.

Glad the battle is over and Corky can relax as queen of her domain for another day I hold Timber up to the window so he can see the outside birds eating from the feeder or in the bird bath every morning. He looks at them with disdain then at me like why are you wasting my time. I'm convinced he doesn't know he's a bird...

Love the pictures Timber is definitely one of the family, and is convinced that he is the most important member too.

No I didn't know that! What an interesting topic. Is Illinois on the list?

I had to look at my profile, but I've been here 7 years! It is hard to believe.

LOL nothing replaces the spoon. I've had exactly the same experience. When trying a new food, I always start with me standing there holding the spoon, which is annoying, but he loves it for some reason. He will often eat things from a spoon I'm holding that he won't touch in the food bowl. As to the shiny bowl, been there done that too. I always have to set any new thing close to his cage for several days (sometimes stretching to a week or more) before he will tolerate it. I'm retired now, and sometimes I wonder when I found time to work!

Timber loves butter beans (the big lima type bean). Than again, beans are one food he will eat cooked, so I guess that is no surprise. He isn't as fond of limas, but will eat them once in awhile.

Timber eats foods with cheese, and loves a bit of sharp cheddar once in awhile as a treat. I honestly hadn't heard of anyone having the problem the bird talk editor had! Wow. I have to wonder how much cheese she feed the bird?

LNCAG, I like to think that our birds will bond with someone else when we are gone. I am Timber's third (at least) owner. It was a long road, but we bonded.

For the most part, Timber surprises me with his likes and dislikes. My youngest son is his favorite, and he has little interest in Timber. My husband, who messes with him all the time, is tolerated but also most likely to be bitten. I will say that my son's friend, that isn't a favorite of mine, is probably Timber's most disliked person. When he comes in, Timber will go to his seed bowl and start tossing seed on the floor. I only see this behavior when Josh is in the room.

Timber does the same when I wrap treats, but he loves boxes!

This forum probably saved Timber's life. I was such an "idiot" when I got him, with no clue as to how to handle him or what to do. I would sure hate to lose it. I have no idea why participation has slowed to a crawl or why new people don't stay. I know people come here when they panic, then leave when they have their answer. I don't post often because nothing has changed here at my house. However, I do check the forum almost daily to see if anyone has posted.

So sad...

Looks like my carrier. Nice stuff!

Wish I could read his mind, I know how frustrating this must be for you!

Glad things are going so well! Beautiful birds

I see those red tail feathers

I see him! But it did take a minute. Birdie version of where's Waldo

How exciting! Congratulations on you "new baby" and good luck! As a single bird owner, I have no advice.

Same here. My son is Timber's favorite, though he seldom gives him any attention. Guess you can't help who you love!

Thanks for updating us and prayers for your baby!

Yes, please keep us posted. I got up this morning wondering how Jambit was doing.

You aren't overreacting. Birds don't act sick until they are REALLY sick so you did the right thing. Prayers for a quick recovery!