Young Cockatiel hissing ?!

[malibu200786]

hello , we have had our cockatiel for 2 days , it was pulled from its nest at 6 weeks at the breeders house and we think it's between 14 - 17 weeks old .
at 6 weeks I don't think the breeder would have to hand wean the bird so I don't think it's the tamest of birds ,
he/she will step up from a parrot stand or anywhere and likes to nibble your hair , the bird only lets you stroke it while it's running up to your shoulder , how

can I get it to stay in one place while stroking?
also it hisses when in its cage and you approach it and hisses when you put your hand in although eventually you can get him out. how can I overcome this hissing and running away in the cage ? he doesn't bite .
I'm currently learning him to give paw like a dig which he's picking up , is it too much to early? thank you

[hnhobu]

Before 'fixing' your parrot you need to understand what he's going through; So Imagine being a 2 year old toddler placed in a brand new home with brand new people. It would be scarey, it would be sad, and it would take you a lot time to trust your new care takers. You wouldn't let them cuddle with you or brush your hair, much like he's not letting your scratch him or play with him.

Your cockatiel hisses and runs because he's afraid, and forcing him out of the cage isn't going to make him any less scared. Parrots are more often than not life-time pets, and it takes years to build the kind of bonds that both you and your pet deserve. I recommend leaving his cage open while you're at home and allowing him to come out on his own, and when he does come out give him a treat and some attention (nothing that he's not comfortable with, though!). This will build a base for your relationship and will lead to your parrot trusting you... and with time, you'll get to hare all of the sweet things like scritches and cuddling.

I also recommend talking to him as often as possible while he's in the cage... hide your hands behind your back and use your most nurturing, comforting tone. He's got to get used to you, and he's got to know that you won't hurt him.

With that said, I want to let you know that you seem like an awesome, caring owner. The fact that you came on here to ask this question shoes how much you care about your pet! Good job!