Just bought a 2 year old blue front amazon

[Keebler25]

So yesterday I purchased an amazon and found out the same day
It can talk and loves to be petted inside the cage, so I decided maybe
I should try and pet him inside the cage because he is very friendly. Well he bite me which I’m not really that surprise. So my question is how should I train him to go on my arm or does it sound like he’s trained and just needs time to get used to me.

 

[Owlet]

He needs time to get use to you first and foremost hes only known you for less than 24 hours. let him settle in and adjust to his environment first

 

[Keebler25]

He really nice as if he was trained before. I’m not sure the steps because he was obviously trained before me.

 

[Keebler25]

so he must know how to step up and stuff if he knows how to talk and loves to be petted. Yeah I’m gonna give him time. I just wasn’t sure just because of the fact he’s acting so friendly in the cage

 

[Keebler25]

 

[Keebler25]

https://ibb.co/XZz8cr7

 

[Laurasea]

Welcine to the forum im lad you found us. Lodt of Amazon owners here.
It takes trust, paying attention to body language, ect.
Some parrots are more protective of their cage and do better out of the cage.

At the top of the Amazon forum are threads in blue stickies that's good to read all those.

This is a well rounded introduction to general behavior
https://lafeber.com/pet-birds/bird-behavior/

 

[noodles123]

Yeah, you are rushing your relationship...hand-raised or not....

 

[saxguy64]

First off, welcome, and congratulations on your new amazon! So glad you found us. There's lots of knowledgeable folks here, always happy to help!

Now, even under the best circumstances, you need to slow down. Your amazon has just been torn from everything he knows, and it takes time to learn what's what, and understand his new world. Here's a link with some helpful info on building trust and bonding:
http://www.parrotforums.com/general-parrot-information/49144-tips-bonding-building-trust.html

Also, some very helpful reading for everyone owned by an amazon:
http://www.parrotforums.com/amazons/54250-amazon-body-language.html
http://www.parrotforums.com/amazons/65119-i-love-amazons-going-journey.html

These are a great place to start, hope they help!

 

[Keebler25]

Thank you guys I appreciate it! I just wasn’t sure because I didn’t expect him to be so friendly right off the bat. I was expecting to be nervous and scared so I gave it a try and now I know just bought him a few big carrots as a nibbling treat he loves it!

 

[Laurasea]

It sounds like you found a good natured parrot who is interested in you and wants to be friends that's such a great start.
Congratulations
Have you had parrots before? We lije to make sure you know tge risks if household toxins, like zinc, non stick cookware ect.
When I first joined I found so much information on the different forums, and I've learned so much from all the members here.
We have threads on food, on making your own toys, teaching foraging...
I hope you will enjoy shari g your journey with parrots with us

Parrits like routines, and knowing what go expect from us. It helps to always say the same tbi g when you walk up go the Cage, to explain thi gs to them as you go along. I hsve a li k go s great article about stress in parrots, tgst might be the title but it just covers so much grwat stuff. I will get and link it. I hooe you read it, its great. I share it all the time
https://lafeber.com/pet-birds/stress-reduction-for-parrot-companions/

 

[Keebler25]

Thank you I’ve only had parakeets. I’ve always wanted one I have a lot to learn but So far so good he currently singing with my wife! I’ve done a bunch of research before I’ve deciding to buy one. But I love hearing from other owners and appreciate the links to help further my understanding with these wonderful parrots.

 

[Keebler25]

 

[Keebler25]

https://ibb.co/37chw7s


Currently loving his neck scratch

 

[saxguy64]

Awwww! Happy guy

 

[Laurasea]

Awesome!!!!!! Awww I swear I see a smile!! Thanks for sharing!! I'm sure your heart is bursting !! Seems pretty great for a new friend!

 

[Laurasea]

I see you are going g to be a great parront! Just be sure to add some different perch types , and some that are larger than when you make the ok symbol and spread thumb and pointer about 2 inches apart. That size will offer good foot support and really lets them relax the foot. It serms there are few perches that are sold large enough for medium a d large parrots. So keep your eyes out for them. It pays off to hsve at least one really large , helps prevent arthritis. Sorry its a bit of a soapbox, as I have e a hard time finding large enough ones for my quakers! Heck even my budgies choose my log size perches most often

 

[Cycletim]

Welcome ! Seems like he's happy. Maybe try getting more bumpy perches or ropes? Dowels are not the greatest. And if he's not on chop try introducing it a little bit, while he's acclimating to change. Otherwise, congratulations !

 

[Keebler25]

I will definitely get on that! Thank you everyone for the feedback I will sure update everyone.

 

[Keebler25]

Update: I decided to leave the cage door open because I talked to someone at the store and they said they can become cage aggressive, so this morning he was quite nervous shaking a little bit but finally a few minutes ago he took a big step and came outside of his cage and is currently singing above the cage