LiamWings

I'd suggest trying positive reinforcement with their favorite treat every time they do the right thing. My avian vet recommended it and it made a huge difference.

My advice would be target training first, then building up to step-up. Went through the same thing with my umbrella cockatoo last year.

I have a similar story. My parrotlet used to do the exact same thing. I remember being SO frustrated until one day it just clicked. Patience is truly the key with birds.

Interesting take! I see your point but I've had a completely different experience. My budgie actually...

My Tweety went through a phase like this around 8 months. I was terrified but it passed. Birds are weird sometimes lol.

So I had this exact problem about a year ago. Let me share what I learned. The key thing is target training first, then building up to step-up. A lot of people also recommend setting up a webcam so I could check on them during the day. My avian vet in Brampton also suggested checking for hormonal season — spring is brutal which can sometimes be an underlying factor. Good luck — feel free to DM me if you have questions!

I got mine from Global Pet Foods in Brampton. Great selection and the staff actually knows about birds.

My Basil went through a phase like this around 18 months. I was terrified but it passed. Birds are weird sometimes lol.

I know Harrison's is the gold standard that everyone recommends but at $40+ a bag and with my caique barely tolerating the taste, I switched to Goldenfeast and my bird is happier AND healthier at their last checkup. Anyone else feel like brand loyalty has overtaken actual nutrition science?

Hmm, I'm on the fence about this one. Part of me agrees but then I think about my experience with Rio and it doesn't quite line up.

Is this a new behavior or has it always been like this? Context might help figure it out.

What worked for me was leaving the radio or TV on when I'm out — background noise helps. Took about a week but my lineolated parakeet responded really well to it.

Sitting here with Tango on my shoulder in Markham. It's quiet, the bird is preening, and I'm curious — who else is hanging out with their feathered friend right now? Drop your bird's name, species, and what they're up to!

I switched to Harrison's pellets last year and haven't looked back. My pionus's feathers have never looked better.

This is so true. Had the exact same experience with Ruby.

I work from home so my lineolated parakeet gets tons of attention, but I still feel guilty during meetings. Would getting a second bird be good for Lucky or would it backfire? I've heard horror stories AND success stories. What's YOUR experience?

Update: took everyone's advice and things are improving. Captain is slowly coming around. This forum is the best.

Hi! I'm new here but definitely not new to birds. My zebra finch Luna has been my companion for 7 years and I honestly can't imagine life without them. Just moved to Mississauga recently and looking to connect with other bird owners in the area. Happy to be here!

My blue and gold macaw absolutely LOVES my partner but hisses and lunges at me, and I'm the one who feeds and cleans! Anyone else deal with this? How did you build a relationship with a one-person bird?

Dealt with this for months. What finally worked was changing the type of water dish and just being really patient. They come around eventually.