Recent content by Crookesy

Thanks all ! There has been no blood so all should be good.

Hi all Rio is coming on a treat and becoming a really nice social bird . When we got him he was looking a little disheveled in the feather department and I think this was just down to stress and the fact he was only young . In the 3-4 weeks we have had him he’s looking a little better but today...

As the title . Does or has anyone potty trained their feathered friends when out of the cage ?? Feels like I’m asking a stupid question but stranger things have happened ! :nut:

Hi . I’m looking at buying a new cage for Rio and wanted peoples thoughts on this, does anyone use the same . Will house my 7 month old alexandrine https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283540138384

To be honest I don’t really like them , they are what came with the cage so will get rid ! Got a few goodies coming for him soon .

This guy is coming on a treat .

Another productive day today ! I left his door open so he could familiarise himself with his new home , I returned home to quite a few bird droppings around the room so he’s definitely been exploring . He likes his new play perch too! just need to add some wrapping around the copper pipe as it’s...

No mastic or silicone this is just on my bench at work

This is wrapped tight and stuck .

Was hoping to wrap the copper perch in it?

Next question!!!! Nylon rope?? yay or nay

Also made a large floor standing perch too .

Decided to make a perch for the counter top opposite his cage for when he eventually has the courage to come out . I have some artificial grass that I was going to line the bottom with but not sure if this is safe .

I’ve left his door open and and he’s really thinking about stepping out !

So it’s been 24 hours since bringing Rio (not sure if this will be his name yet ) home and after a day of settling in I’ve just made him some fresh veggies and it seems he really likes green peas , I slowly approached his cage on my knees and offered it through the bars and after a short...