Greyfeathers14 Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 :unsure: ok im getting a parrot and have had experience with budgies and cockatiels and many other small birds but its my 15th birdthday this year and i wanted to get a timneh grey from a breeder. but the thing is im starting high school this year and my school is in another town so i will have to leave maybe 6 in the morning and get back aroung 3 or 4. i am definetly willing to do everything to make a grey happy but i just feel bad about leaving one alone for most of the day and i don't want him to become neurotic. i will definetly have maybe 4 or 5 hours after i get home from schoool to spend with it but would a grey be ok with this much attention a day. i am very dedicated to my animals and would be willing to do anything to make one ok. so can anyone give me advice should i go grey to go with a smaller parrot instead that is more suited to my needs. please reply. i NEED advice!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeatherStrella Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 There's another thing to consider. You're going into high school now...but in a few years, are you going to go away to college? And, if so, will you be able to take your bird with you?? If you were to get a Grey, many times they become one person birds. If you were to go away to college and you left your grey with your parents or something, it might stress your grey a lot. Just something to ponder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyfeathers14 Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 Actually the high school that im going to is a vet school that etaches students about animals and birds, ect. and also farming and mehanics. they allow people to bring animals in and the last wo years of high school count towards 2 years of college. i am also planning on going to cummings near where live. so i am planning on bring my bird to school with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 I think if this is what you really want and will be willing to give it all you can then go for it. I say this because you say you have experience with budgies and cockatiels so this is not your first bird. Greys need a little more attention than those other birds but not so much that you couldn't handle. Most of us here work outside the home, including me, and my grey is alone for 9 or more hours a day, and she is fine. I provide toys and such to occupy her time and get her out when I get home for personal time and time out of the cage. When you get one don't spend any more time with it to start off with than you plan on spending with it for the rest of your life. Now if you want to start off with a smaller parrot then a conure is a good one, I have a sun conure that is a little clown and a joy to have around. So think about it and let us know what you decide to do. Welocme to the forum and hope to hear from you soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyfeathers14 Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 thx very much and i already love this forum. the people here are so nice and they're greys are beautiful. i just wish i had one of my own. also i heard conure are very loud and i have ome what sensitive neighbors so i donot think conore are the best bet for me.:ohmy:<br><br>Post edited by: Greyfeathers14, at: 2007/07/14 23:41 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeatherStrella Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 It really sounds like you're very mature for someone turning 15!!! Kudos to you for doing all this research and asking questions before buying...you're going to make a great Grey mommy.<br><br>Post edited by: HeatherStrella, at: 2007/07/14 23:49 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyfeathers14 Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 oh...thx very much. my mom thinks im the 5 year old in the family and my sis(who is 5 i might add) is the teenager. what an attitude. i certainly think that u can be a kid for as long as u want as long as your a responsible one anyway thx for the complement. anyone else here haveany pointers for grey care or have any links. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyfeathers14 Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 ps i love KUDOS!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Greyfeathers14 wrote: i certainly think that u can be a kid for as long as u want as long as your a responsible one My sentiments exactly, I am 57 but I feel like a kid sometimes, but you seem mature from your posts, at least you are doing the research and asking questions before you barge in and get one. Kudos to you.<br><br>Post edited by: judygram, at: 2007/07/15 03:10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyfeathers14 Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 thx :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyfeathers14 Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 i feel all happy inside Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Greyfeathers14. First off, Welcome to our family. Glad you joined us. I have to tell you that or grey, Talon, was a x-mas present to my son who was 16 at the time. (he's 18 now) He had been researching and asking for one for about 2 years. I finally gave in. He loves Talon to death as we all do, but Talon was young when we got her, and not very happy about being in her cage alone while he was in school. So, I am now the mommy day care for her, and do all the continuous research and care for her. I love her, and will never be able to part with her when he moves out. I told him, he could go, but Talon stays!! I asked him about your question, and his advice to you was to wait until you were out of school. He enjoys coming home from school and being able to play video games, or his computer. He doesn't have to worry about Talon, because the rest of us love spending time with her. He does spend lots of time with her, but likes being able to do other things as well. I know he feels relieved to know that Talon's needs will always be met by the rest of us in the family. Now, every one is different and I'm not saying you're situation will be like ours. You seem to love animals, and seem to understand all that's involved in taking care of a grey. But it is an expense, a lifetime commitment, and you have to plan way ahead, and always keep your greys needs in mind. I'm not trying to discourage you against a grey, just wanted you to see it from the eyes of a 18 year old who's been in your shoes. Do you have the support of your family to care for your grey if you are unable to take it with you at any given time? That is something you may want to discuss with your family. We do have members here that are not much older than you, and have greys. It seems to work for them Maybe they will chime in here, and give you their advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyfeathers14 Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 wow....thats alot to take in. yes i understand the resposibilties and the sacrifices that come with owning a grey, but i am stuck now with ur advice and myself. i really and i do emphasize REALLY want a grey but now im not sure. my mom has a new work schedule which means she will be home 2 days out of everyweek not including weekends which she has off, so im thinking that maybe she cn chip in with care but all of this is a lot to take in. i think i will sleep on it.:ohmy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Well, there certainly is no hurry in deciding. I made my son wait, and we had lots of long talks about owning a grey. I felt he understood all that was involved, so we bought it for a xmas present. Just take your time, and I'm sure you will make the right decision. You'll know in your heart what's right, just give it time, and if your unsure, start out with a smaller less demanding bird. You can always add a grey later. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyfeathers14 Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 ok i have made my decision to start off with something a little less demanding. after eading and researhing maybe a grey is not the best for me right now and like u said b4 Talon " i can always add a grey later when im ready. i was actually researching other african species like senegals. i heard that they are very good birds and that they love to play and they are quiet(with regular vocalizations that i am prepared to deal with) anybody here have experience with senegals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 I think you made a good decision, I don't know much about the senegals, but they are an excellent choice for you until you can give a grey the attention it requires, plus it will give you more experience with the larger birds. Talon is right, you can add the grey anytime, you are so young you have plenty of time for that, so good luck to you and thanks for keeping us informed. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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