My bird and my husband

[Lindylou277]

We are inheriting a BnG macaw. The bird bonded with me over the years of frequent extended visits. How do I get the bird to like / tolerate / be not hostile to my husband.

 

[cdog]

Start with him sitting in the same room talking to him.
Welcome to the forum.

 

[RescueMe]

Make sure that you do not over handle the bird when he comes into your home, this way he is able to build new relationships before he is allowed to bond strongly with everyone. It is good that he already trusts you so that the transfer to a new home is less stressful. If someone is fearful they should not handle the bird until they are more comfortable as this does not build trust and will lead to bites and defensive behavior on the birds part. Thank you for taking in a bird in need, I hope it is an enriching experience.

 

[Spiritbird]

Have you husband feed and care for the bird as you would do. If he is afraid of a large bird then it will take longer.

 

[oled]

A lot of perrot is one person bird. But if your husband use a lot of time the right way the maby he also will bond with him

 

[JJones1719]

I agree with the advise given by the members, I also wanted to add that your new B&G Macaw must see you and and your Husband as part of their flock. This means that both of you must bond with them. eat together, shower together, and play and hang out together. All of these actions are what Macaws do in the wild.
It's true that most Macaws are a one person Macaws and they bond very strong with one person. Each Macaw is different and with lots of work, it is possible that your Macaw will bond with both of you. Best of Luck Joe

 

[Lindylou277]

Thanks you to all of you.
Now, Cokie has been in a cage for her entire life. I have taken her out 3 or 4 times but the owner was anxious that she would fly away or walk away or something so I was very restriced. After she becomes settled in here what are the first moves out of the cage to start her socialization with me, my husband, and the 3 cats.
My husband has agreed to be a significant part of care giving so that she bonds with him.

 

[JJones1719]

First, I would have her Aviary Vet checked for good health, Second, the cats cannot be around the Macaw, If the Macaw were to receive a bite from the cats, the bite and spit from a cat is deadly to the Macaw.
I would advise you to remove your Macaw from it's cage, lay a blanket on the floor with lots of toys, You and your Husband sit or lay on the floor and play with the Macaw, have treats ready for your macaw so when they play nice, reward them.
Please use treats for training a reward for good behavior.
If the Macaw starts to bite or become agressive, place the Macaw back into their cage for a short time out. Best of luck. Joe

 

[luvmytooo]

I agree with JJones1719 . Good luck
I had origionally read the topic wrong , I thought it said my husband or my bird !!
I would personally pick the bird , lololol.

 

[Lindylou277]

I think I will start with trying to have it all and keep them both. LOL

 

[Lindylou277]

Thanks Joe for the sage advice. I will keep the cats away and do the blanky and toys routine after she settles in. I think she will be so happy to see me every day (in the past she only sees me every 3 to 4 months) that I think she will be very happy. I have so many questions I hope you don't get tired of me asking. Many thanks again. Linda

 

[luvmytooo]

I think I will start with trying to have it all and keep them both. LOL

ROFLMAO

 

[Mike]

Go with JJones advice.

Only thing I would add would that you should be prepared for this transition to take time. You and your husband will need to be patient. It could take weeks or months for the BG to accept both you and your husband.

In the end, your patience will be rewarded.