PionusPete
Member since July 27, 2026
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Check out the pet section at Costco — they have exactly what you need and the prices are reasonable for the GTA.
Do you have other pets in the home? My green-cheek conure started acting differently when we got a cat.
Following up on my earlier comment — I tried what you suggested and it actually worked! My budgie is doing so much better. Thank you!
My advice would be putting the food bowl higher up — birds feel safer eating at height. Went through the same thing with my lovebird last year.
Interesting take! I see your point but I've had a completely different experience. My pionus actually...
My vet in downtown Toronto suggested target training first, then building up to step-up and I noticed a change within the first week. Highly recommend.
I'd suggest trying spending at minimum 2 hours of supervised out-of-cage time daily. My avian vet recommended it and it made a huge difference.
Okay but counterpoint — what about birds that are the complete opposite? My green-cheek conure breaks every rule lol.
Following up on my earlier comment — I tried what you suggested and it actually worked! My Pionus is doing so much better. Thank you!
My Lucky read this post over my shoulder and started nodding. I'm only slightly concerned.
I actually disagree with this. In my experience with my African grey, the opposite was true. But I know every bird is different.
Welcome! I remember being a new bird owner and this kind of community helped SO much. Excited to have you!
One thing that really helped was leaving the radio or TV on when I'm out — background noise helps. Give it a try — can't hurt!
Hey everyone! I'm from Etobicoke and I just brought home my first bird ever — an eclectus named Jade. I'm equal parts excited and terrified. Been reading everything I can find online but there's so much conflicting info. Any beginner tips from experienced owners would be amazing! Looking forward to being part of this community.
Just wanted to give a shoutout to Bird Sitting Toronto. Left my Quaker parrot with them for 10 days while we visited family and Basil came home happy and healthy. They sent daily photo updates. Honestly the best experience. Highly recommend for anyone in downtown Toronto!
Welcome!! Looking forward to hearing more about your feathered friend. Don't be shy about asking questions!
How long have you had them? Sometimes it takes a while for birds to settle into a new home.
Is this a new behavior or has it always been like this? Context might help figure it out.
Birds are basically tiny dinosaurs with attitude. My Raja has me completely trained at this point 😂
My macaw Kiwi here! Been on the forum for a few weeks now and loving it.