Instructions for amateur parrot owner

[tomraj]

Hi everyone,

I owned a cockateil by yesterday which the shop owner told me that it is 4 months old.

I named as RICHIE

Richie was so active when I notice in the shop which attracted me a lot.

After he entered into my home, he was so shivering, not eat a bit even a drop of water.

Could anyone advise me how to take care of him.

Thanks in advance...

 

[Flboy]

Welcome, very sweet little guy!
No direct advice, will let others help.
Nice kegerator!

 

[chris.carr11.cc]

Hi everyone,

I owned a cockateil by yesterday which the shop owner told me that it is 4 months old.

I named as RICHIE

Richie was so active when I notice in the shop which attracted me a lot.

After he entered into my home, he was so shivering, not eat a bit even a drop of water.

Could anyone advise me how to take care of him.

Thanks in advance...

I just got my Amazon, Speck, about 2-3 weeks ago and the first day or two mine was like that too. He is just adapting and taking in the smells. After about 2 says he started to come out of his shell.

Is he hand trained? If so you can try treats and stuff if it doesn't shake him up too much. I found just sitting by the cage and talking to him throughout the first 2 days or so helped (not sure if it helped Speck or Me more, but at least it passed time). Mine was wild and had 0 training or interaction with people when I first got him so I couldn't really do anything except wait for him to start to come around.

Once he gets settled in you could try giving different foods/treats in his bowl to see if there is something that will help with the transition.

Good luck, and hope all goes well for you

 

[Anansi]

Hello, and welcome to the Parrot Forums family!

Richie is likely just very nervous. His entire world has just shifted completely and he really just needs time to adjust to his new surroundings. Just take it easy with him and don't push too far too quickly.

As previously suggested, sit by his cage for the first few days. Read him stories and such so that he can get used to you. But only get as close to his cage as his comfort level allows. Sitting right next to his cage does no good if he is terrified by your proximity.

Once he has calmed a bit, you can try coaxing him out with treats. Bribery can work wonders. If he's already hand tame, you can try coaxing him on to your hand. If he isn't, you can work on target training him around the cage itself for treats.

The main thing is not to push him farther than he's ready to go.

 

[GaleriaGila]

Welcome, Tomraj. I love cockatiels, and he is adorable! I don't think male cockatiels get their full markings until 6 months or so, so he may be a little older. Cockatiel folks, am I right? Are lutinos different?
My advice, in addition to all the great ideas above... take any issue or topic which interests you, use the Search Tab and then read about it. I do that a lot, still. The people here are an amazing source of information, advice, and support. I'm glad you found this place!

 

[tomraj]

Thanks for all your replies

 

[Lotusflower]

How is Richie settling in?

I have found that the move to a new home can be a scary event for most birds. Putting them in a quiet room or area of the home is a good idea and not over flooding their cage with to many toys to begin with and slowly introduce more as the bird becomes more settled. Approach the cage multiple times a day with a slow speed and speak to him in a soft voice. Allow him to get used to your presence. Offer him a variety of food and in no time he will be settled into his new home!