Basic Trainging

[Barrettbird]

I just got my bird 3 days ago on Thursday and wondering what I should do to start the basic training. I want him to be able to trust me and not fly away or bite me. I don't know what to do.


Thanks in advance

 

[roxynoodle]

Is this a hand raised baby bird? Is it stepping up onto your hand for you?

To start bonding, talk and sing to it. Feed it treats from your hand. Hide under a blanket and play peek a boo. Imitate it's vocalizations if you can (desirable vocalizations, not screaming or fearful screeches).

When they show happiness behaviors I compliment them. If they stretch I always say, "I'm glad to see you, too!" When they wag their tails I say, "Pretty waggy!" Any funny thing they do to show off for me I compliment as well.

 

[Barrettbird]

Not hand raised and he won't step onto my hand

 

[lene1949]

I would start with target training, which you can do, while your bird is still in the cage... After he has got the targeting down pat, you can target him onto your hand or a stick, or anywhere else you'd like him to go...

 

[antoinette]

[FONT=&quot]Congrats with your new feathered friend

Your bird must have time to settle down and adjust. Just imagine how many new things the bird has encountered, in these three days. So many new faces and voices, it must be so scary.
To gain your trust could take days, weeks, months even years. Each and every bird is so different.
Sit near the cage, talking and singing to the bird. Let him become familiar with your voice. Leaving the cage door open, offer him treats through the bars at first. When he willingly accepts them, try placing a treat near the open door. Eventually he will starts taking the treats from the door, make no attempt to touch him. When he does come out, he will probably climb around on the cage. Let him explore in his own time. To get him back in, place a treat inside the cage, making sure it's visible.
Take your time, the bird will decide when he is ready for the next step.



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