Edo

That is beautiful advice JeffNOK, I never considered it from that point of view. Her needs seem to be met , so for me to want to push her into social situations is truly selfish on my part. Great advice. Thanks so much

Thank you all for the great advice. I'm still very new to Greys and this forum really helps me out. She is not flighted right now, but I don't plan on clipping her once her wings grow back in. Hopefully that will help with her confidence she's very close to getting her harness completely on, so I can see good times ahead for us

Hello all, I have had my girl Edo for exactly one year today. In my opinion it has been a wonderful year of learning for both of us. I have a few concerns I am starting to wonder if this is normal or not. As some background on her personality and early life: Raised by a very sweet lady who did not have many visitors or activity in the house. Raised with clutchmates. Slightly fearful of men and new people. Does not like to step up or coperate with anyone really but myself (Although while growling she will let a few people move her from point A to B) She has come everywhere with me since day 1. (Car, Planes, outside, visiting people etc..) but sticks to me like glue. She is very sweet and cuddly with me and is content to sit on my lap and cuddle all night like a dog! if I stop scratching or petting her she will push herself under my hand! I work full time so she has plenty of time alone and really has no bad habits to speak of... yet.. lol I am very dedicated with my hands on training with her/clicker/harness positive reinforcement etc. Friends and guests always gently offer her treats and speak to her calmly. but she loves to run away and usually will not accept food from anyone but me and few others. My question is... why is she so socially phobic and scared to let anyone else near her? Is this something she will ever outgrow? Today for example, she was on my shoulder at the table while we had new visitors in the house who she never met before and she was getting out of hand (restless, growling, slight nipping when she was on my hand and constantly trying to climb to my shoulder and hide) she was on the back of a chair and even a slight hand gesture from a guest sent her flapping to the ground.(She has always been clipped after learning to fly) Sorry to go on so long, I don't have any bird people in my life to discuss with! lol Just wondering if this is normal... am I doing something wrong... ideas? Thank you!! Lisa & Edo

Her name is Edo ... (Original user name, I know !) I have added a few photos to my profile. I am pretty excited because I don't think my co-workers can handle one more bird photo/story... Lol.

:)Hi there, have been reading posts on this page for quite awhile and decided to join today. Parrots have always been, and are my true love! I admit I never wanted an African grey. I was always drawn to macaws, toos and amazons. I would always pass by the greys to give my attention to the outgoing amazons or affectionate toos. I would stop to talk to a shy grey to have my attention stole by an amazon who would captivate me with his outgoing playful personality. My husband is the one who talked me into getting a grey and he was convinced she would be the perfect bird for us. He drove me 6 hours to meet my little baby and it was love at first sight. I have had her for a year now and she is truly my best friend. I can't imagine life without her and look forward to the years ahead of us. Glad I came across this page, the information and advice are priceless !