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Wfuller169
Egg
Joined: 10 Aug 2005
Posts: 8
Location: Upstate New York |
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Hi everyone - I'm so excited - I will be picking up my baby finally tonight. Can anyone give me some suggestions to help make her transitition more easy (on both of us)?
Wendy & Misty |
Friday September 2, 2005 2:55 pm |
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shirin
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Joined: 27 Apr 2005
Posts: 7405
Location: Canada, Toronto |
I would say for the first couple of weeks give her her space. They can be very shy and stand-offish the first few weeks, don't mistake this for aggressiveness or an unfriendly bird. She might not like being handled too much and will need time to adjust. These birds don't trust easily, and you need to earn their trust.
When I first brought my Grey home, I used to feel so rejected when he wouldn't come to me right away or let me pet him. But then I learned to just leave him alone and just let him come to me when he was ready, and he did  Now I couldn't ask for a more affectionate bird! |
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Friday September 2, 2005 3:25 pm |
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shirin
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Joined: 27 Apr 2005
Posts: 7405
Location: Canada, Toronto |
Oh I forgot to say, CONGRATULATIONS on bringing home your baby! |
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Friday September 2, 2005 3:26 pm |
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Cheeta
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Joined: 06 Apr 2005
Posts: 7972
Location: Australia |
Hey, I am not knowledgable on Grey's behaviour, so I won't try to give you any advice on it!! LOL... What Shirin said is great!
Just wanna say a big Congrats on your new baby homecoming! I bet you'll be having lots and lots and lots and lots of fun with him/her!! Just remember though, we want to see pics! LOL |
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Friday September 2, 2005 4:39 pm |
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Sue
Joined: 13 Jan 2005
Posts: 10102
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Hi Wendy!
I bet you're excited..
Do you have photos yet?
I'd let her get used to her own cage first, then start taking her on 'tours' around the house.. Explaining things to her.. |
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Saturday September 3, 2005 10:13 am |
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bird freak
Flutterer
Joined: 26 May 2005
Posts: 115
Location: OREGON |
congrats your house will never be the same and that i mean in a good way.  Shirin is dead on.When i got my gray he was very shy and stand offish(is that a word)any way don't push your self on him/her when he/she feels comfortable enough he/she will let ya know. |
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Monday September 5, 2005 4:18 am |
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Wfuller169
Egg
Joined: 10 Aug 2005
Posts: 8
Location: Upstate New York |
I'm finding out what you guys mean by being shy. Every since I brought her home all she does when I come into the room is growl at me. It really is enough to give you a complex. It's seems like she hates me but I know it's a big adjustment for both of us so I try not to let it bother me to much but I would be lying if I said it didn't. I keep telling myself - slow and steady. |
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Monday September 5, 2005 4:45 pm |
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Cheeta
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Joined: 06 Apr 2005
Posts: 7972
Location: Australia |
Hey
Don't let the growling worry you too much. I guess I don't have the experience of the grey, but I guess just let her settle down a bit and get used to all the happenings aorund the house and get used to you being there for her. I'm sure like you said, slow and steady, and she'll come around soon enough. Keep it up, and keep your chin up, don't let the growling get to you too much!! Let us know how you go with her and her progress in your home. |
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Tuesday September 6, 2005 5:03 pm |
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shirin
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Joined: 27 Apr 2005
Posts: 7405
Location: Canada, Toronto |
quote:
Originally posted by Wfuller169
I'm finding out what you guys mean by being shy. Every since I brought her home all she does when I come into the room is growl at me. It really is enough to give you a complex. It's seems like she hates me but I know it's a big adjustment for both of us so I try not to let it bother me to much but I would be lying if I said it didn't. I keep telling myself - slow and steady.
I know exactly how you feel, that's exactly how I felt when I first brought my Grey home... I felt so rejected, and I was like great! he hates me!  but you know what? when your Grey does come around and begins to trust you, it will be the most rewarding feeling, because you'll know that you have truly gained her trust and love which she wasn't willing to give to just anybody, and she'll have a bond with you that she won't have with anyone else, and that's pretty special So hang in there and just give her time, I promise it's worth it  |
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Tuesday September 6, 2005 6:15 pm |
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Wfuller169
Egg
Joined: 10 Aug 2005
Posts: 8
Location: Upstate New York |
Hi everyone - just wanted to let you know things are going better. Misty will eat out of my hand and let me scratch her on the head for a little while but we are still working on the up command. I do have pictures that I would love to share but I'm not sure how to go about posting them. Thanks again for all the help |
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Wednesday September 21, 2005 7:59 pm |
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dlzkostas
Just hatched
Joined: 23 Sep 2005
Posts: 38
Location: Athens, Greece |
Congrats for your new bird!!!
I'm glad to hear that things are getting better between you two.
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Friday September 30, 2005 1:02 pm |
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fi
Fledgeling
Joined: 23 Jul 2005
Posts: 288
Location: Ocean Grove, Australia |
Congrats on your new baby! I cant wait to see some pics im sure she is gorgeous |
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Monday October 3, 2005 1:06 am |
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Cheeta
Moderator
Joined: 06 Apr 2005
Posts: 7972
Location: Australia |
I'm glad to hear/read that Misty is doing better and is eating out of your hand. Good job mate.
if you want to, you can start up your own homepage, which isn't too hard, just have to sign up for your homepage... and or otherwise go to this link...
Posting pics
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Monday October 3, 2005 3:09 am |
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Chaquita's Mom
Experienced flier
Joined: 29 Jun 2005
Posts: 1028
Location: Pennsylvania, USA |
wfuller, do you have other members in your family? Just wondering, cuz greys are "typically" a one person bird, in other words, the bird will observe the other members in your family and maybe let them give treats and scratches. But if you want this bird to bond to you, make sure you are the primary handler OR your grey could potentially bond to someone else. Keep that in mind
I am very happy for you though! I've always wanted a grey and did as much research on them as any one person could. I aquired an amazon that I absolutely adore and would never replace her.
Just listen to what everyone has told you and take your time. Keep in mind that some things can take months, even stepping up. Be persistant and don't give up. Try not to be afraid of getting bitten. This is one thing that slows the training process.
Good luck and have fun |
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Monday October 3, 2005 1:25 pm |
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Tia
Fledgeling
Joined: 13 May 2005
Posts: 319
Location: Illinois |
Congrats on the new baby! Just be sure to keep things slow, it'll be worth the time. My grey is a rescue...was lept in a carpet store and was being tortured by the customers and their kids! You can only imagine well the owner got rid of him when he became too aggressive...gee wonder why?! the bird store that i buy my food from had him in the back of the store with a danger bites sign on his cage. He looked so sad..plucked a few feathers and was miserable. We bought him and have loved him alot! He is my baby for sure, as you have read greys do bond with one person in the family....I was the lucky one! Now when he wants his scritches or time with me he will follow me around the house.....he has the sweetest habit when I scratch his head and neck....he holds my finger with his foot and won't let go until he has had his fill of scritches.....like sweethearts holding hands! Enjoy everyday with your grey! Celebrate the lil steps! |
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