advice

[marky1314]

Hi all,

 

I'm thinking about buying an african grey just needed some advice first.

 

I live alone, have a 9-5 job, I would have the evenings and weekends to spend with the AG.

 

Would it be ok to leave it at home during the day?

 

Thanks

[Qweevox]

It would be fine. You just have to make sure you spend time every day. Greys are intelligent creatures of routine and will be fine by themselves if they have enough stimulation to keep them from getting bored...toys, TV, or radio. Be careful though they pick up sounds so choose your TV and radio wisely there is nothing like hearing your Grey repeatedly mimicking your least favorite jiggle...over...and over...and over...again.

 

Also, ask yourself if you are going to have the energy or desire to spend time each day with your Grey. Like a gym membership your commitment level might wane. One skipped day turns into two…three…then before you know it the only contact you have had with your friend is making sure he has food and water. Then the biting gets worse, and you have less and less to do with him until one day you decide to give him away, or worse he dies early of boredom.

 

Greys have the intelligence of a five year old child…they need interaction, and stimulation. If you even doubt your commitment a little…don’t do it.

[Guest]

Wouldn't having 2 be better if one isn't at home every day for that many hours? So they can keep each-other company, Qweevox?