Branden Cohen Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 We have two 14 week old CAGs. We've had them two weeks now in a large, 4 x 8 X 6(H) aviary in the living room. They are eating well and seem very happy. I was wondering, at this age, 3 1/2 months, are they ready for training? We bought several Good Bird videos but don't want to push before they are ready. Most of the birds they are training in the videos seem older. Also, they are not biting but like to explore our hands with their beaks, tongues, gently chewing, wanting to gently pry off our finger nails, with interest in our wedding rings,... nothing painful but is it OK to let them explore our hands or might this be developing bad behavior? Thanks for your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave007 Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 (edited) ................. Edited October 6, 2012 by Dave007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave007 Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 As long as they're fully weaned and independent of the parents, any training can begin. Exploring hands is a common behavior and doesn't have anything to do with future training Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branden Cohen Posted October 6, 2012 Author Share Posted October 6, 2012 Thank you Dave, appreciate the responses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 Welcome Branden! You are training them from the day you brought them home. Also, the breeder was training them as well in those first months. Birds minds are like sponges and they of course go from egg to flying and finding food with the flock in just 10 to 20 weeks. Learning is the key to survival from them. Parrots use their beaks and tongues for analyzing everything in the world. As you are interacting with them, give them real time feedback just as they receive from their parents and flock such as gentle sounds/words for things that are ok. Let them know you don't like the way they are beaking by simply removing your finger or hand and saying no, if they start applying too much pressure or are grabbing something like your ring that is perhaps off limits. This is the time to also introduce them to an abundance of chew toys, wood blocks, all types of various foods and also flight harnesses. Videos are ok, but if you are talking about videos from "Bird Tricks" they are older birds and most of us here find their methods and knowledge lacking. But, that is of course up to you to decide. We have many members here with a ton of experience that are always here to answer your questions and help you along this life long path with your Greys. Browse all the rooms we have, as you will find a wealth of knowledge and ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kins2321@yahoo.com Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 Training begins the day they walk into your home. Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branden Cohen Posted October 8, 2012 Author Share Posted October 8, 2012 Thanks danmcq for the thoughtful response. It makes a lot of sense and the video series we purchased was from Barbara Heidenreich, Good Bird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted October 8, 2012 Share Posted October 8, 2012 Oh, Barbara is great! Enjoy those baby greys and keep us updated. We love photos and videos as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted October 8, 2012 Share Posted October 8, 2012 They start your training the minute the wake up in the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdmjr1 Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Truly an ongoing process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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