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nikkirae

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Hello everyone!!! I am new to greys but not new to birds, I will be getting my first grey tomorrow she is a rehome from a friends dad that can no longer take care of her. I don't think she has spent much time out of the cage and is on a poor diet.

 

Her name is Gracie and she is 12 I am sure hoping the move is smooth and does not stress her to much. Any tips on moving a grey to it's new home?

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Hello and welcome to you and Gracie! :) I'm a relative newbie, but my advice would be to have everything ready, food, toys, etc. I assume you will be bringing her cage with her, which is good if it is in good shape. One familiar thing for her at least. Read up on the threads on grey body language. Give Gracie plenty of time to get used to you and her new environment. Let her set the pace with interaction. Remember that the first few days are known as the "honeymoon" period, so don't be upset if she seems to regress after that. It is normal as she adjusts.

 

I'm so excited for you! Post some pics when you get a chance and keep us posted on your progress :)

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Hi Nikki, and welcome! Gracie is a lucky girl to have found a new home with someone who is familiar with birds. Give Gracie a few days to settle in with no expectations on your part. Just go about your day relaxed and in a casual manner and chat with her as you go along. When approaching her cage move slowly (but no creepy slow haha) and use a relaxed, matter of fact voice as if her being there is the most natural thing in the world. Offer her fabulous tidbits and allow her to size you up and become used to you and your routine.

 

Here is a great forum link to body language.

 

Many people are so excited when a new bird arrives, that they rush things just a bit, and what we as humans think is nice/welcoming behavior to a bird who has been relocated can seem like weird and predatory behavior. If she is a relaxed and friendly bird, then just follow your instincts about your initial interactions. It can also be helpful to wear the same shirt for a couple days in a row so that you look the same. Not critical, but birds are very visual, and it's just one of those small things that can make a difference. :)

 

You'll get great advice here, and reading through older forum posts is invaluable. Can't wait to see photos and hear about your adventures with Gracie.

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Hello Nikkirae and welcome to our family.

Thanks so much for giving Gracie a new forever home, sorry it has been delayed but good things come to those who wait and it will be wonderful when it does happen. I would just let her settle in and she will let you know when she is ready for interaction, never try to force yourself on her, let her make the decisions about what she is ready for and you will eventually earn her trust, it could take lots of time and much patience on your part but it will all be worth it when she does. Tell her what you are doing for they understand more than what we give them credit for, sit by her cage and talk to her, open her door and let her come out when she decides to, offer her treats.

Be sure to read thru many of the threads here for you will find a wealth of information that will prove helpful to you in the coming weeks and months, remember someone else has already been thru what you are going thru with Gracie and don't hesitate to ask any questions you may have.

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