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Not hand breaded bird couple

Postby Frankjp » Sun Aug 17, 2014 6:00 pm

I own two half-moon 4 month old conures (romeo & Juliet) who weren't hand breaded and i believe thats why they don't like to step up in my arm or come out the cage , how can i train them to get close to people without them getting scared i wish they would get on my shoulders and play. :?
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Re: Not hand breaded bird couple

Postby Wolf » Mon Aug 18, 2014 1:54 am

Actually, the best way is just to spend time talking to them. They are young and in a new place so they are scared and need you to reassure them that it is all ok. Take several 10 to 15 minutes sets of time and talk to them, place a couple of fingers on the side of the cage and offer them each treats while talking to them. Keep these sessions short and do as many as you can, more short session and not longer ones will give faster results. When they will come to you to get the treats, then open the door and place your hand inside the cage and offer them treats directly from your hand, without the cage bars in the way. Relax and let them come to you and don't try to rush things as you have plenty of time and if you are going to have a good relationship with them you have to let them build up their trust in you.
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Re: Not hand breaded bird couple

Postby Pajarita » Mon Aug 18, 2014 9:28 am

They are babies and they are scared so just concentrate in feeding them well (two kinds of soft food fresh twice a day), getting them used to you (talking, singing, offering treats, etc) and to a routine (everyday the same action at the same time). They'll come around in time but I doubt they will perch on your shoulder and play, my dear. Especially if you do have a male/female pair.
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