otterpoplove Posted November 14, 2001 Share Posted November 14, 2001 I have a 2 year old Cameroon African Grey. We got him when he was about 8 weeks old. I hand fed him, and I was the one he eventually bonded with to the point that my wife and son could not handle him. Even when they put their hands in his cage to change water or food, he would bite them. Within the last 2 months, he won`t even come out of the cage for me anymore. I`ll try to get him to step up on my finger to take him out of the cage, but he will climb all over the interior of the cage to avoid coming out. He`s been making alot more noise, and at the same time, he`s now starting to bite me. He`s getting real close to getting put up for sale if the behavior doesn`t change...... Anyone have any ideas on where to start??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennark Posted November 14, 2001 Share Posted November 14, 2001 http://www.littletinywit.com/LostSchoolColumn1.html I sit in judgment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammuraiblade Posted November 15, 2001 Share Posted November 15, 2001 I have a few questions: How old is the bird? Did you change your looks (shave beard, mustache?) Are you sure the bird bonded to you? ...it might be that the bird saw you as a parent and now that it is a "teen" it needs to break away and find its place in the flock...and by nipping you and a short time the bird will return to be your buddy.. I suggest getting Get a copy of "my parrot my friend" as a start...itsa great book Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmperialTeal Posted November 15, 2001 Share Posted November 15, 2001 Hang in there, buddy! Things will improve over time, I promise you. Like people, parrots go through a period of adolescence which can be quite trying at times, but they do grow through it eventually and settle down within a few years. Unfortunately a lot of people who are unaware of this end up selling their birds when they begin to act up and start biting uncontrollably. They can be taught gradually to stop biting, as long as it is done in a patient and loving manner. Getting mad and angry at the bird when it does bite will only make the matter worse. Birds bite for a reason most of the time. If you can narrow down the reason for its biting then you can begin to fix the problem. They can be very territorial and do not appreciate your intrusion into their territory. It`s best to find a place to get the bird in a neutral place, like a play stand away from its cage, to do training. When it does bite you just let the bird know that it is hurts and that it shouldn`t bite, but don`t yell and scream when you do this. Just say it with a firm voice that is commanding yet not overpowering. I would try using a stick or a perch to pick up the bird to move it in order to prevent it from trying to bite you. Good luck and don`t give up on the little guy. He/She is testing you to see if they can trust you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BathtubGin024 Posted November 15, 2001 Share Posted November 15, 2001 be that noticable but to take the force of a bite, then handled a biting bird. After awhile, the bird saw that he was getting no result, and eventually stopped. That was with a macaw; however, I`m sure it would work on other species as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atopian Posted November 15, 2001 Share Posted November 15, 2001 What sort of owner will even consider getting rid of a pet who is going through a difficult phase? God help your son if he starts to misbehave or he will fiind himself in an orphanage quick smart. Have you spoken to vets, had a check up done to make sure there is no underlying problem?? Have to bought any books, done any training previously?? Have you spoken to any bird trainers?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brunsmanja Posted November 15, 2001 Share Posted November 15, 2001 first of all give it time its prob just a phase second of all that last sentence really got me mad its people like you that should not own an animal 1 week of a diffrent behavior and your already to throw a ad that poor bird maybe he would be better off with somone who wouldnt just throw him out i can just imagin how he is treated if you have no prob just selling him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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