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RosenZahra
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Joined: 04 Dec 2007
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Location: Fresno CA. |
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I still didnt get the macaw because i was about to leave to copenhagen for a year so i decided to wait untill im back, but i never left anyways (because my husband didnt want me to leave in last minute), i just talked to the breeder about getting the greenwinged macaw but i have a concern wether or not i should get one since we live in an apartment im afraid that my Husband/neighbours will complain about the noice and force me to give the parrot up.
Anyone here that have a macaw and live in an apartment ? or someone with experience with parrots ?
Its very hard to resist getting a macaw  , they make wonderful pets and i can afford it and the breeder is closeby.. |
Saturday June 28, 2008 8:04 am |
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RosenZahra
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Joined: 04 Dec 2007
Posts: 26
Location: Fresno CA. |
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Subject In dilemma
Question I'm very interested in getting a (green-winged) Macaw, i already talked to a breeder closeby about buying one from her, but i live in an apartment and very concerned that my neighbors/husband will complain about the loud noise and will force me to give it away.
I feel I'm in dilemma, between my commitment to this wonderful pet and the thought of losing it..
Macaws only house owners pets?
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Answer You're right to be concerned. A macaw scream can be heard up to eight ( miles away! Eeek! Most companion macaws don't feel the need to give this loud of a scream, but I know for sure that a single call by my blue and gold, in play, is heard two blocks away. At least.
These really aren't apartment birds.
I know you really want one, but consider that they also live to be about 65 years old. You will never be able to take a vacation without a 'bird sitter' who really knows birds.
You must keep regular hours both in sleep and at work - macaws need to be out of cage no less than 4 hours, preferably longer, every day. Ours are out for 7 or 8.
Don't forget the twice a year vet visits for check ups and grooming. These birds are like having a child, but it never grows up and moves out.
Once a bird bonds to you it would be emotionally stressful at the very least to suddenly give it up or give it away.
That's when they usually start being handed around, sold and re sold until they have some serious behavior problems and end up cage bound, unhandleable, biters and problem screamers.
They could be just a couple years old or many years old and end up forever doomed to being unloved and mistreated (the lucky ones come to me) - some end up even worse.
So, the truth (which is what I believe you really want to hear) is that you should probably hold off until you have a private home and know you're as secure as can be for the rest of your life.
You'll need to know of a doctor first (like you wouldn't bring home a new baby human without having a pediatrician lined up) and where does the bird go after you're life is done?
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homebird
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Joined: 09 Apr 2006
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Location: Toronto, Canada |
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I totally agree that they are wrong for an apartment. I know many who have them & they have huge cages for them - both for sleeping & for daytime. They are great birds but I don't think they are for a beginner.
I am on a few Bird broads - check out Parotchatter.com - they have some great Macaw owners & very experienced as well - once you read their stories I think you will either move or try another bird.
I looked at many types of birds for about 6 years before getting one. Don't laugh - my birds are Budgies! They really suit our life style + they are small enough to be able to be free-flighted in our apartment. They are gentle & loving - well they don't like to be cuddled but that often leads to problems anyways with big birds - they get all confused. Budgies make you laugh - they don't let you be sad or angry - unless you hate the sound of happy birds.
Conures [are a bit like a puppy - they require lots of attention& are not shy about asking], Quakers & Tiels are all good birds for a beginner but they all are quite loud on occasion & some scream a lot. If your husband isn't keen - it could ruin your marriage. I worked on my husband for years- taking him to bird shows was a good start.
With so many birds in rescues - you should look at them too - not only to offer them a 2nd chance but to see the type of bird that often finds itself in this situation. There are many 2nd hand birds out there wanting a 2nd chance. My 1st Budgie came from a Shelter & he's the best. |
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Thursday July 3, 2008 8:08 pm |
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RosenZahra
Just hatched
Joined: 04 Dec 2007
Posts: 26
Location: Fresno CA. |
Yes i also changed my mind about getting a macaw its not recommended at all for apartment people,
Im still figuring out what kind of parrot i want i will look around and see ..
Thank you very much for sharing your budgie-experience im glad you enjoy them..
Wish you the best! |
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Sunday July 6, 2008 9:49 am |
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