Imme Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 Hi Everyone, I am excited so I just had to share the news with you. I put a deposit on a CAG today. He's just a baby yet (9 weeks old) so I won't be getting him until early April. That gives me about 6 short weeks to learn even more about him (picked up an additional two books today to go with my collection) and get ready for him. I did take pictures but it's late and I'm tired so I will post the pics on here tomorrow. I just had to share.:woohoo: And thanks for all the wonderful tips on this site. I've been reading it non-stop for the past couple of weeks. Any tips on things I should do to prepare for him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaFawkes Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 Congrats on your new baby! I cant wait to see the pictures! I don't really have any tips excepts get ready to have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemyGreys Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 Congratulations Imme, boy are you going to be excited for the next few weeks If there is any thing you cant find the answer to on the site just ask away,im sure with your book collection & us on the forum we can cover most things Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toni Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 I remember that feeling. Congrats.Be sure you go visit your baby alot so it can get to know you,I done the research thing alot during this stage of getting Alcazar. The excitement starts now.The anticipation,ughhhhhhhhh...The day its home, you will be in awww.Enjoy . This is the time to take those baby pics too.Oh and dont forget to post,we love seeong pics here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 Congratulations on getting your new baby Grey on hold Imme!! I'll bet your REALLY excited. :-) We are to for you!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 Congrats Imme on the purchase of your new grey baby, and you will not be able to contain yourself until April when you can finally bring it home. Just continue to do what you are doing, read all you can and ask questions you may have, we will be here to help you every step of the way. I look forward to seeing some pics of the new baby so get them up as soon as possible, we are excited for you, can't you tell:lol: :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaM Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 That's awesome Imme! Can't wait to see the pictures. Do you have a name picked out yet? This is an amazing forum. I bought several books prior to becoming a "parront". To be honest though, I haven't cracked even one open since finding this site! The great thing about here is that books are written as though they are the expert and some of them just aren't. Also, they don't account for the fact that birds are such individuals and what works for some doesn't necessarily work for others. The books are great for basics though. This site is great for getting real-life feedback and varying opinions (which there are a few of here! :-)) and ideas. I like a variety of sources of info. I do still get Parrot Talk and Good Bird, Inc. monthly magazines and Companion Parrot Quarterly. Two decent all-parrot books are Companion Parrot Handbook and The Beak Book - both by Sally Blanchard. There is a thread in one of the forums here that lists peoples' recommended books on African Grey's in particular. Again, Congratulations! I hope the 6 weeks goes by quickly for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imme Posted February 18, 2008 Author Share Posted February 18, 2008 Ok, Here is some pics of the new flock member!! LisaM, no, I haven't named him/her yet. I think I'll be picking one out for each as I will get the DNA testing done (would be nice to know). My nephew had a good name I thought that could be used if it was a male, Smokie "...because it looks like his tail is the fire and then his body is the smoke." Yes, I am very excited. And I managed to talk them down in price (see my question last week in topic "price")(I always know how to get people to come down in prices). The Raisers said I could come visit during these six weeks and will send me online updates w/ pictures as to how the Grey is doing. Also, they said they can get me a great deal on a cage as their daughter works at a pet shop so I've picked a nice one too. It measures out 24"x36" (not sure about the height anymore, but was fairly tall). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imme Posted February 18, 2008 Author Share Posted February 18, 2008 Let me try the picture attachment again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imme Posted February 18, 2008 Author Share Posted February 18, 2008 And one more...cuz one picture doesn't do these birds justice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 Awwww, he/she is so cute, I just adore the babies and I know you can't wait to bring it home, thanks Imme for sharing these pics with us.:kiss: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 Oh how cute Imme! That is a great looking CAG you have there. It also looks like it is very comfortable with you and those settings. Congratulations!! :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannah_Rae Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 Congrats Imme What an exciting time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaM Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 Smokie is a cute name...and would actually work for either a male or female. He/she is very cute. I'll bet you're just so excited you can hardly sleep! I know I would be! Keep the pictures coming as you get them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raposa Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 What a beautiful baby!!! I am in EXACTLY the same boat! I have a baby CAG coming to live with me in mid-April, and I'm not sure how I will stand the wait! It is a girl, and her name is Jenna, and she is gorgeous, too! Isn't this fun??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imme Posted February 19, 2008 Author Share Posted February 19, 2008 Thanks everyone. I am very excited. Raposa, sounds like we'll be getting the birds at almost the same time. I'll be getting him/her at the beginning of April. It will be exciting. I am sure I'll be having questions before the arrival and even more after the arival . I'll post the pictures as I get them each week too so everyone can watch him grow with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 I look forward to seeing those pictures as you get them, you and Raposa will hardly be able to contain yourselves until April!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imme Posted February 28, 2008 Author Share Posted February 28, 2008 While, I got a cage for him/her yesterday. It is a used cage but the price was great and in very good condition. Just needs lots of cleaning (no rust, etc). The size is 36" x 24", that is big enough, right? I got some new pics this week so I'll try to post them up soon. Plus, I hope to go visit him this weekend. How is the getting ready going for you, Raposa? Still no idea for names yet. I was leaning towards Smokie; however, I am afraid the "mo" part may come across as a "no" to him at times. Trying to avoid anything that may sound like it (bad enough my name is Joe :blink: ). Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Well I am sure a name will come to you in time, maybe after he comes home something will trigger a name. I hope you do get to visit this weekend and take pics, we want to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nevjoe Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Imme, Best of luck to you both. Great looking Grey. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemyGreys Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Cage size is fine imme, look forward to more pictures, he/she sure is cute Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronda477 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Imme that is great! Your little girl/guy is very pretty/handsome! Can't wait till you bring your baby home and share with us! Look forward to seeing more pics. And the cage size is just fine! Especially if you can let your Grey out as much as possible than it doesn't matter a whole lot for just a sleeping cage. Of course no little canary cages lol. But that cage seems just fine either way. Good Luck and hope to hear more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imme Posted February 28, 2008 Author Share Posted February 28, 2008 Thanks everyone. I did want to get a large cage as I live alone and work during the day so enough room for him to move around, play, etc. until I get home and let him out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raposa Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Imme, I am right there with you! My new baby CAG comes home around April 18th or so. I can hardly wait!!! Congrats, I know how excited you are! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raposa Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 What a beautiful baby bird!!! Thanks for posting pictures Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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