Bubba on Kauai

[bobbyvcp]

Hello my name is Bobby...

I had 2 cockatoos (Umbrella and Blue eyed Triton) growing up from about 12-35. Fast forward 17 years and decided to take the plunge once again. We adopted Bubba a Major Mitchel. I have 2 daughters ages 12 & 14 and he adores them especially my oldest. They can pretty much do anything they want with him and he is very affectionate with them. Me on the other hand he hates. He will come on my hand and is comfortable on my shoulder. But when I try to pet him or scratch his head he tries like hell to get as far away from me as he can. I thought it was the obvious thing that he only likes females. My nephew came to visit and he goes right to him with no issues.

I am very frustrated because I want some love too..

Any ideas on what can be done to get Bubba to trust me?

 

[thekarens]

I'm no expert, but I'd spend some time with him without the kids and bribe him with his favorite treats. Don't let the kids give him the treats. Let it come from you, and definitely reinforce any positive behavior. If he steps up for you give him a treat. If he comes to you of his own free will give him a treat etc.

He's a stunning too. IMO the prettiest of all the toos.

 

[Terry57]

Hello and welcome!
Karen gave you some great advice, so I just want to say how gorgeous Bubba is!
So glad you joined us and please post more pictures of your beautiful guy

 

[bobbyvcp]

Thanks for the tips...

Still trying to find his favorite food, seems like all he eats is sunflower seeds. I was really concerned because for the first week he barely ate anything. He does like to eat pasta and ramen noodles. He eats so little though, I am used to my old bird pigging out with me at meals.

He is without a doubt the prettiest bird I have ever seen.

Just have to take my time I guess....

 

[amjokai]

My Eclectus was born on Kauai. I am on Oahu. I love Hawaii.

 

[thekarens]

I agree, he's stunning!

 

[getwozzy]

Bubba is gorgeous!!!!

Karen gave you good advice, just keep trying different things to see what peaks his interest [emoji4]

 

[Maxwells]

Hello and welcome, we found the Woot crackers found in the baby food section are a great treat, Taco our BFA loves them.