Timbersmom

I remember hearing one of the more experienced people on the forum saying no more than 2 small pieces of fruit a week. Timber doesn't like fruit so that's never been an issue with me, ha. I try to give Timber a variety of things. He likes some vegetables cooked, others raw. You have to experiment, and don't assume if your bird rejects something once it is a forever thing. You can offer Timber the same food three times in a week, once he will eat it the other two times he will pass. In addition to pellets, veggies, and a quality seed mix, they also sometimes enjoy boiled or scrambled egg. Timber is partial to meat, and I'm not sure how common that is. Meat is fine, just watch out for added salt or sauces that are unhealthy. They often enjoy a chicken wing bone, for instance. I just buy a pack of frozen wings and boil one for Timber occasionally. I strip off most of the meat and give him the bone. If he's in the mood, he'll strip every bit of marrow out. It's fascinating to watch. Look at the "stickies" on opening page of the forum for nutrition and diet info. There is a lot there. As Kasperhm mentioned, sprouted seeds are good for them, and usually well received. Many of the forum members make "chop" for their birds (also birdy bread) and there are recipes in the diet and nutrition area I just mentioned. Unfortunately for me, Timber doesn't like either one. However, he is extremely picky and naturally thin (according to the avian vet).

Hello and welcome to you and Tali! I'm a rehomer so haven't had baby experience, but she's beautiful

Hello and welome to the forum! Your birds are beautiful and what a great looking aviary!

Prayers for strength, peace and healing for you and Jayd. God bless.

Please keep us updated Maggie. Many of us care deeply and want to be in the loop. I am praying for you and Jayd.

So glad to see this post! Also glad your cancer was caught in the earliest stages. Prayers for a speedy and total recovery.

LOL, yes, what SR said. No worries about bonding there!

Hello and welcome to you and Ruby! She's a beauty, plucked or not. Looking forward to hearing more about you and your life with Ruby. I understand the gender issue. I have a "boy" who has never been sexed. Timber will always be Timber to me.

I am not offended. Prayers and love coming your way!

Excellent!

I agree totally with what SRSeedBurners said. My first thought when I was reading your post was "college dorm rooms and greys probably don't mix." As stated, in my experience an African Grey is similar in commitment level to a child. They are attention hounds. Cost is another thought, since greys are expensive to feed correctly and avian vets are like specialists for people, more costly than a regular vet. When I was a teen, I would not have had the time or the money for a grey. That said, not everyone is the same, and you have to make your own choices. Good luck!

Joe is worried about his 401K...

No, I've wondered myself.

Oh, poor kitty! I will definitely say a prayer for her quick recovery.

Wow, how fortunate that you happened to see him! Thank you for giving him a forever home

Beautiful!

Hello and welcome! Love their names

Regardless of the cause, I'm so sorry for your loss

How frustrating when companies don't stand behind their products.

Excellent news, keep us updated!

Hope that works out!

It is scary when they freak out, especially won't you don't initially know the cause. I haven't had that happen with Timber before.

This is the bulb I use: https://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-24975-Compact-Fluorescent/dp/B000KH9S88/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1539033229&sr=8-4&keywords=avian+sun+lamp I have this cheap floor lamp, which has lasted since 2013. It seems very cheap, but it has really held up well considering. https://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-AvianSun-Deluxe-Floor/dp/B006L49LHC/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1539033375&sr=8-15&keywords=zoomed+lamp The one SR posted above looks nice.

Sunlight isn't possible for us but I do the full spectrum avian light every day. It is important. Sure glad to hear she is better!

I tried taking Timber's boxes away (because some said that encouraged nesting and amorous behavior) and I didn't think it made any difference at all. He loves his boxes so much that I gave them back and never looked back on that one.