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Is your African Grey a 'cuddley' affectionate bird?

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Hi Everyone!
I'm still thinking and researching and thinking and looking... *sigh*
I started looking into Galahs, they seem very outgoing and affectionate and not quite (??!) as noisy as other toos... and I'm also looking at tiels which I love but really want a slightly bigger bird.
I also rather fell for the GCC in my research. They seem such fun and very cuddly, and perhaps a great companion for when working from home. Perhaps this could be the perfect compromise if a CAG or too might not be ideal. I even made contact with a conure breeder but appears to be a scam so that's a reminder to me to not get carried away!
Any GCC lovers here?
Or, do I stop looking, register with some more rescues and see who finds me?
And of course I still dream of a Grey... The more I look into them, it seems that they are adorable babies and then turn into a nightmare for a few years as maturing and then come out the other side - if you work through it. Is that why so many end up for sale at a few years old?
Do fledgling parrots have a set learning period where they can be introduced to new things and situations with less fear? Could anyone recommend any reading on this subject?
Thanks again for reading my ramblings - well done for making it to the end!!:applaudit:
 
BeeBee said:
[colour=#660066]Hi Everyone!
I'm still thinking and researching and thinking and looking... *sigh*
I started looking into Galahs, they seem very outgoing and affectionate and not quite (??!) as noisy as other toos... and I'm also looking at tiels which I love but really want a slightly bigger bird.
I also rather fell for the GCC in my research. They seem such fun and very cuddly, and perhaps a great companion for when working from home. Perhaps this could be the perfect compromise if a CAG or too might not be ideal. I even made contact with a conure breeder but appears to be a scam so that's a reminder to me to not get carried away!
Any GCC lovers here?
Or, do I stop looking, register with some more rescues and see who finds me?
And of course I still dream of a Grey... The more I look into them, it seems that they are adorable babies and then turn into a nightmare for a few years as maturing and then come out the other side - if you work through it. Is that why so many end up for sale at a few years old?
Do fledgling parrots have a set learning period where they can be introduced to new things and situations with less fear? Could anyone recommend any reading on this subject?
Thanks again for reading my ramblings - well done for making it to the end!!:applaudit:
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I've got 2 ... I'm a great believer in socialising greys certainly in my own experience, change is generally just taken. I think the biggest problem is they're not shy of training us. Social interaction can be just as rewarding.

As has been said they know there own mind it's not forcing them but building a relationship of trust. Yet trying to stay the right side of wrong. Overbonding is probably a large cause of problems.

I joke yet in all seriousness say who'd want toddlers with wings for 40+ years. The training never stops its constantly a relationship. Me and Hickory have an agreement I don't push she don't bite. I'm not favoured so she don't want to get up just means no treat in my world. It's a 2 way relationship you socialise them introduce them to change they'll accept it. They never forget they are flock prey birds we try to keep just celibate.. it won't be straightforward.

I'm a great believer with greys what you put in you can/will get back. Way better to train them to do what you want vs forcing them. If not favoured you work twice as hard for half the rewards but you can certainly be accepted as a tickling slave. Just takes time patience and trust.

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FeatherMonkey said:
I've got 2 ... I'm a great believer in socialising greys certainly in my own experience, change is generally just taken. I think the biggest problem is they're not shy of training us. Social interaction can be just as rewarding.

As has been said they know there own mind it's not forcing them but building a relationship of trust. Yet trying to stay the right side of wrong. Overbonding is probably a large cause of problems.

I joke yet in all seriousness say who'd want toddlers with wings for 40+ years. The training never stops its constantly a relationship. Me and Hickory have an agreement I don't push she don't bite. I'm not favoured so she don't want to get up just means no treat in my world. It's a 2 way relationship you socialise them introduce them to change they'll accept it. They never forget they are flock prey birds we try to keep just celibate.. it won't be straightforward.

I'm a great believer with greys what you put in you can/will get back. Way better to train them to do what you want vs forcing them. If not favoured you work twice as hard for half the rewards but you can certainly be accepted as a tickling slave. Just takes time patience and trust.

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Agree there always on a greys terms force them and it goes wrong
 
Yep, I agree with the grey thing. It's a two way thing I think. We have a mutual understanding based on what keeps us both happy.
 
There are six what are known as mini macaws the largest is the Severus that is about 46cm also known as a chestnut-fronted to the smallest the hahns or red shouldered that is 30cm
 
Hi All,
Thanks again for the replies ...and fab picture! For some reason I had Caiques down as a no-no in my mind. Do they tend to be aggressive with other birds? Of course any new bird will be separately housed from the budgies, but I didn't want to have a bird known to often dislike other birds as it would be nice not to have actual murderous intentions all the time. I will do some more research on these guys -in all of the YouTube vids of them they appear to be wrestling or dancing!! :tmnt:
I have a cage ready now suitable for Cockatiel upwards...
I have also been looking around at some pet stores etc at different birds (blimey there are some awful ones and some very nice ones) and I really liked the cockatiels and conures and a saw some very handsome eclectus and amazons. But my heart skipped a beat for the greys and the budgies!! :thinking:
 
Hello, a little update from me...
So I thought I'd decided on a GC Conure...but was taken in by a con artist ...not too badly luckily, but I don't believe there ever was a bird...
Anyway, after this I found a lovely young Cockatiel who I've had for a few weeks now and he's lovely! He's sweet but grumpy if tired like a kid, loves head and beak massages and is happy to do his own thing or sit with me. . I'm beginning to think this may not be the last new member of the family. I would love to foster or adopt for a rescue in the future I think.
Thanks again for all the input everyone gave me
 
We want photo's I am pleased you have company now its not nice seeing birds being used in a con. I never have had one bird on its own but the bird bug did get the better of me a have a few tiels so I am glad that you are enjoying your new friend.
 
It's funny how things turn out, BeeBee, but sorry you were taken in by a con artist. Your new Cockatiel sounds lovely, and like Michael said, pics please! :) He sounds like a wonderful companion, what's his name?
 
Thank you for the update BeeBee, sorry you came across a con artist there are many of them about.
Your cockatiel sounds wonderful as has been said we would love a photo please :thumbsup: @BeeBee
 
"Stinkie, post: 3299, member: 3788"]A cockatiel!! :aaaaa:[/QUOTE] Photps
:photos to follow from.. PC my phone not playing ball lol..
 
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Hello Everyone
My apologies for the delay. I was probably putting off trying to upload photos lol!! And also indeed having trouble...I will try harder...
We do indeed have a lovely tiel now called Sunny. He is super sweet and cuddly and gets along with the budgies. Spends most of his time on my head or shoulder. :emoji_smiley:
Watch this space...hopefully.... x
 
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