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- Опубликовано: 22 авг 2021
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Is it possible that an African Grey parrot can make a good pet? Of course! Why wouldn't it be? Sure thing!
Well, mine aren't... They aren't loving, affectionate or too kind. Often if they put their head down, you might think that they are being endearing and want to be pet, but no. You have to be careful that they don't pull their 'bait and switch' trick in which they flip their head up quickly and bite!
In all fairness, our four African Grey Congo parrots were adopted as adults, 3 are pluckers. This means that they had already been re-homed at least once and who knows what happened in their past.
People who have been working in the parrot world and know parrots well often say that African Greys aren't the greatest pets. But why?
I may have had a very different experience with my African Greys if I'd had them as babies. As adults it is harder to bond and connect with them. I think this has to do with the species itself.
On the one hand, African Grey parrots are simply not as loving and affectionate as Green-cheek Conures -- although there are always exceptions. African Grey parrots aren't even terribly affection with each other, especially compared to conures who tend to be right next to each other.
I think this has to do with their nature -- they are more independent parrots -- and their intelligence. Because they are as smart as they are, they need a challenging, exciting life which most homes can be pressed to offer. They need room to fly, wood to chew (or trees) and things to explore. African Greys are parrots that like to scrounge on the ground. This tells us that they like to explore; it tells me that my kitchen cabinets will continue to be chewed and destroyed if I let my African Greys roam the kitchen!
African Grey parrots also seem more sensitive to smoke in the air that most other parrots -- not that anyone should ever smoke around parrots. These birds are made to fly up high where the air is always clean; a home that uses aerosols, scented candles or cigarette smoke can stress any parrot out, particularly causing African Grey parrots to pluck their feathers.
So even though they are highly intelligent, they are also highly particular. Their needs are challenging to meet, which means it can be easy to have a pet African Grey that doesn't really want pets, that bites and doesn't let go and that is easily made unhappy in it's home.
As such, an African Grey parrot is an alluring pet, especially since they are such great talkers (or can be) but not necessarily a loving pet or one that you will easily bond with.
If you can provide your African Grey with tons of space, clean air, a great diet and toys/a play area to stimulate their mind and beak, then I think this could be a fantastic, independent parrot that you can share your life with!
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I rescued 2 african grays with no parrot experience I gave one to a breeder and she gave me pick of the clutch I hand fed his and raised him he talked said everything , was lovable he was in love with our dog and the dog loced him our dog passed away the gray would feed him nuts and kiss he nose after he died two weeks later my gray died and I think it was of a broken heart I cant get over the lose
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Yes, I understand, it can be hard to get over the loss of a pet. Try another parrot. Or an AG, they are just expensive these days. Conures can be louder, but you may love the attention, love and affection they offer.
I love African Grey parrots but I wouldn’t own one. They need soooo much attention and mental stimulation. Even if you do everything right they can still pluck and barber. I don’t think they’re cuddle bugs. I also have spoken to a lot of owners that have said they can be sneaky biters. Many years ago I rescued a much older Timneh. Andy was a plucker. I don’t know if he was male or female. Andy, did talk when he wanted to. He was very reserved but he liked to be out with us. I agree they need a lot more than most people are willing to give. I think you hit on many excellent points. 👏👏👏👏👏❤️
Thanks Jan - You know, I think that to some extent, these parrots require more than people have the energy and time to understand let alone give. I think ours are happy, since they do not escalate their plucking. I think it's because we let them be themselves and be a flock. I just don't let Adonis be mean! And yes, they do that biting!
I love your videos Kalyn. This one was good showing the greys and their different moods and personalities. Also enjoy seeing them poke around in the mud.
Thanks for saying so, Hug! Yeah, I love Greys, they are amazing!
Good Set up.
Do give them something stimulating to keep them away from being a plucker. Stimulation can be a piece of paper or a twig or some old toys to chew. They talk when you keep repeating the same word daily. Try talking to them before giving food. Have a look at my channel also.
That is so sweet of you! Yes, I've done videos on enrichment and I just did one on toys that I got at an expo for them. I just focus on parrots, I absolutely love them and love learning about them. I'm looking forward to checking out your channel! I'm happy to meet you!
It’s so sad that people bring these beautiful birds to their home and than surrender them to a rescue. What are your thoughts on why birds pluck and how to help them? Are you for using medications?
parrotbliss.com/why-do-african-grey-parrots-pluck-their-feathers/
Here's a blog I wrote on AGs plucking - I'll plan to do a video too.
I use the CBD oil that we developed for our Green-cheeked Conure that had nerve damage. The oil also works well for plucking, especially if you catch the plucking right away. Do you have a plucker?
@@ParrotBliss Sadly my Cape Parrot Luna started plucking in her second year. It’s mostly under her wings. She starts in February and stops mid summer. Talking with her avian vet it could be hormonal. Her health is great. She eats a lot of vegetables and gets pellets in the evening. I give my birds fruit once a week. I give her nuts for training and foraging. She’s out of her cage all day. She has several play-stands throughout our home. Another problem with her is bathing. Maybe once a month she will use her water dish which will only get her head wet. I spoke to the first avian vet that I had and her suggestion was put her in the sink and spray her down whether she likes it or not. I did it two times. Luna screamed like I have never heard her scream. I felt horrible. I never went back to that vet again. I don’t think that’s right. I have tried everything. I do take her into the bathroom with me when I shower so a least she gets some humidity. I wish I could figure out how to help her. I should mention that she does regurgitate on me during plucking months.
Is it fine to get an African Grey in an apartment? Heard some people have. Do they ruin things?
Yes, I would get an AG in a -not too small- of an apartment. Yes, they can ruin things. They chew on wood as 'normal' behavior. Great pets. If you get 2, they entertain each other more too.
Make sure you have enough room in the apartment for their cage.
I had a cuddling african grey, but i got her when she was still in nursery. I was feeding her and cuddling her and she was very cuddly. Sadly my ex husband thought i was cleaning her toys and perch with bleach and he killed her. I used white distilled vinegar mixed with water all throught the house. I only use bleach to mop the floors and to do laundry and ny dishes
Oh, I’m so sorry to hear that- that must have been so hard for you 😮💨
do you feel the timneh is stand offish also ?
I wish I knew. I understand them to be more congenial than Congo's, and I would have picked him this if they had been an option. Unfortunately, I've never gotten to engage with one.
Do you know anything about mitred conures or cherry headed conures?
😢 No, only that they are loud, so I don't have them in my house.
@@ParrotBliss Do you know if there is a way to get them to be more quiet or is that just part of their nature?
@@bandawhat33 They are known for being loud, it is their nature.
And she won't ever come to you for affection? Sadly not a very cuddly one. What about the Timnehs???
No, she won't come to me for affection. But she can be affectionate with her best-feathered-friend, Venus. Venus and Zeus will seek affection from my husband, or bite! Typical African Grey behavior.
Timnehs - wish I knew. Unfortunately, I've never gotten to experience one.
@@ParrotBliss Thank you. I have 2 new Parrotlets, very young. Always afraid of me. How can I get them to bond with me?