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Hi Everyone, Just thought I would update you with a few pics of my baby boy Alfie. He is doing really well and starting to talk. Thanks Emma

Thanks. I have called them, quoted £20 per month for full cover, and he needs to be 12 weeks old as a minimum age. Emma

Thanks I have called them they have advised Exotic Direct as that is the only company that they no of.

Hi, I have just picked up my little boy, Alfie. He is a 12 weeks old Afircan Grey Congo. I am looking to get pet insurance for him but wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction to a good company in the UK. I have all my other pets, (dog and horse) insured with Pet Plan but found out this morning when I called them that they don't cover parrots. Any advice would be appreciated Thanks Emma

Hi Devi, Thanks for your message, I have found this site very helpful. I wish you many years of happiness with your bird Thanks Emma

Hi All, Thanks for you kind messages, I have brought Alfie home last night, supprised how well he has settled in, he was playing with toys last night. Brought hm out this morning and all he wants is to be close ith me. Love him. I will put some more pics up soon. Can anyone recommend the best company for insurance for him. I am based in the UK Thanks Emma

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Hi Thanks for your message, I made a typo error, Its meant to read the breeder is not sure of the sex. M x

Hi, I have chosen my Bird, he is 10weeks old at the min, so picking up in about 2 weeks. Got his cage and everything ready plenty of toys. Very excited about getting him home. I am trying to put a pic on here but can't figure out how to do this. Thanks for all your replies M x

Hi Thanks for your messages. I have been researching and learning for about the last 6 months, and been wanting an African Grey for the last 5-6 years. The only thing I am not sure is how to spot a good bird as a baby. I have arranged to go and see a baby tomorrow night, its a bit of a drive away just over 2hrs. I have been told to make sure the bird is plump and not skinny, shows signs of affection and will come on to my hand without biting and not shy away. Make sure there eyes are black as this will indicate they are babies. I have been told that they are 9 weeks old and will be ready in 3 weeks time. They are closed rung and come with hatch certificates. The breeder is not sure of the breed. Is this something they should be? If any one has any advice it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Emma

Hi, My name is Emma and I have never owned a parrot before. I currently own a canary but have always wanted to have my own African Grey. I have brought a new cage toys and bit and bobs but not yet found the right bird for me. Obviousley I am being picky as this is a life long commitment. Does anyone know a good breeder? I am looking for a baby male Congo. I am based in Nottingham. Any advice or help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks