Timbersmom
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He definitely sees them as flock members (my cats as well). When they leave the room, are out in the yard etc. he is always contact calling to them. He also interacts with them when they are in the room. It sounds like Toulouse has a similar relationship with your family. I had to take a lot of time and patience to get Timber's trust and to get him to step up and let me give him scratches. I was also bitten several times in the early days. I suspect my family could handle him, but you have to put the time and effort in and they just aren't willing to take the chance.
Great to hear from you!
Karen
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Hello! I rehomed Timber in June of of 2012, so we are coming up on two years. With a rehome it is difficult to be sure or age (I am at least his third caretaker) but he is supposed to be about six years old. Believe it or not, people lie
I haven't had a CAG, so don't really know what the differences might be. From what I've read on the forum, they are very similar, with most differences being a result of temperament and personality rather than CAG v TAG behavior. I am the one Timber has bonded with in the sense that he will sit on my arm and cuddle for a long time. My husband and my sons have relationships with him though, and get along fairly well. They have boundaries that don't apply to me. For instance, hubby has to be careful about sticking his hand in Timber's cage to change the forage ball etc., he WILL be bitten if Timber can get to him. When Timber is outside the cage, he isn't "bitey" with Gary or the boys. -
LOL That's a good idea! There is one at the bottom, which tempted his first contact with the boing.
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I'm no kind of expert, but from what I've read here on the forums, Cockey is still very young age-wise in the "talking" game. I also know that they continue to learn new words and improve on existing ones for their lifetime, or so it appears. Don't give up hope on Cockey's verbal abilities! It seems that I remember one of the members here who said their grey did very little talking until 4 or 5 years of age. That said, words may never be Cockey's preference for communication. Timber (my TAG) can say many words but seldom does so. He prefers whistles and other vocalizations when communicating with me. The only reason I know he has a fairly extensive vocabulary is because of my spy cam. Ha. He is a closet talker. I'm always saying "use your words, Timber" to no effect!
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I got this boing for Timber last August (2013). After 4 months of looking at it from a distance, he finally ventured onto the lower parts. Today, he made it to the top! I'm so proud of him. Some of you may not think this is a big deal, but some with rehomes, rescues, or just really timid greys will understand my excitement
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I would love to have an Amazon. Maybe some day! I'm retiring in May and the wheels are already grinding ;0
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Timber is totally uncouth. He lets it fly whenever and wherever the mood strikes him!
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Glad you are taking her to the vet. I have no experience with plucking, but my policy is always "better safe than sorry."
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Hello and welcome to you, Rascal and Charlie
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Stainless Steel toy for Parrots, The Square Dance!
Timbersmom replied to lovethatgrey's topic in Homemade Toys & Playstands
That does look like something a grey would love! -
What a pretty girl! Yes, time does fly by. That's a reminder to us to enjoy every minute
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The neighbor must be a "bird whisperer"
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Looks great! Good job
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This is something I've never thought about. As everyone else said, I would have a "love me, love my bird" attitude. Timber is like part of my family. If I were dating (I've been married forever), I would feel the same way about a guy that didn't want my parrot around as I would feel about one who didn't want one of my kids around. His loss! That said, I think the "guy" was wrong who told you birds would be a turnoff. There are probably a few who don't like birds (insert cats, dogs, ferrets, kids, etc. etc.). Those guys just aren't the one for you! Most visitors to my house are fascinated by Timber.
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The only difference I can tell in Timber's behavior is if he is in the cage or out of it. Height doesn't seem to affect his behavior. In other words, he will step up for me from high up on his boing (over my head) as easily as he will when he is lower. However, if he is in the cage he doesn't much like me reaching for him inside, though you will usually comply. Others may have different experiences. As with many things, I think that may be an individual bird temperament issue.
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Yes, I'll admit to it! We call each other by our actual names and by "mama and daddy" just like we did with the kids.
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Hello and welcome to you and Rio He's a good looking guy. I'm looking forward to hearing about your life with him as well
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LOL love the pic!
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Hello and welcome to you and your flock. You have a very good looking group there. I have no "baby" experience. I suspect that if your sweetie is going to be a cuddler, it will happen gradually as she comes to fully trust you. Many here on the forum have birds who do not like touching, though they are close to their humans in other ways. Good luck and God bless
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So sorry to hear this!
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Neat pics! Nothing makes Timber happier than a cardboard box. Except, perhaps, a dark blue plastic straw (yes, the color is critical) or a piece of extra-sharp cheddar
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What a neat pic!
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Enjoyed the video! I love watching other people's birds and hearing their vocalizations. Probably makes me weird, but we already knew that didn't we??
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Same here. Why even take the chance? What a horrible thing for your friend!
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I always take Timber to the vet for grooming as well. It is surprisingly inexpensive (to me anyway compared to other services) and gives me a chance to ask questions and have her give Timber a "look over."