New to the site and need help.

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Clatter, I got your pm but it told me I can not pm you back until I have 20 posts. That would be awesome if you made me an avatar. If there is another way we can chat let me know.
 
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Hi Itchyfeet. It took a while for me to get diagnosed with Fibro. One doctor actually told me they were sorry I was in pain and there was nothing they could do.

I too go to pinterest for ideas and I buy bunches of toy parts to make my own toys. I use natural unbleached coffee filters and wrap them around bowls and such. I wrap up nuts and other treats and hang them from his play stand. He LOVES shredding stuff. Franky has TOOOOONNNSSSSS of toys. He is a spoiled brat!!!
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If self confidence is a little bit of what could be leading to the consideration of rehoming, know that your parrot is lovely, your stand making skills are awesome, your toys sound really engaging and you come across as an onto it owner, despite the circumstances thing.

As for rehoming and the judging thing - I really hope you don't have to part with your babe. That being said, we can't predict every possible outcome in life - evident by the fact that I have the Galah that belongs to and is still adored by my mother, and the ringneck that came to me youngish, and in good condition because a girl won a surprise scholarship to a uni she couldn't have dreamed of attending. Many will have stories of rehomes that have come through no poverty, bad ownership or neglect, and some will tell you of difficult stories from when they had to rehome. :rolleyes:
 
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Is there a telly in your room? I understand on rough days that the noise, let alone the picture, of a television can be exhausting but maybe he can sit on his PVC perch next to the bed and hang out with you and some old favourite reruns?

By the way - love your gym! Nicely done!
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I actually tried to watch something with him today and he did not seem too happy about it. He LOVES all the attention on him, hah. He is a stinker. I thought maybe the volume was up too loud but it was not that. It was that he was not in my face with me looking at him. He won't stay on his pvc gym if it is near me. He either flies to me or jumps down if it is close enough. If I am at my desk it is a crime if I touch my mouse or keyboard.

Thank you! I worked hard on that gym. I hurt for 3 days after it was done. I will have to take a picture of it and show you. The video doesn't do it justice.
 
[/quote] I actually tried to watch something with him today and he did not seem too happy about it. He LOVES all the attention on him, hah. He is a stinker. I thought maybe the volume was up too loud but it was not that. It was that he was not in my face with me looking at him. He won't stay on his pvc gym if it is near me. He either flies to me or jumps down if it is close enough. If I am at my desk it is a crime if I touch my mouse or keyboard.

Thank you! I worked hard on that gym. I hurt for 3 days after it was done. I will have to take a picture of it and show you. The video doesn't do it justice.[/QUOTE]

This is a training issue I feel, he is demanding because that is what he has been allowed to be. Work steadily but consistently to change this slowly. If Plum plays me up it's 'bubbyes' ! Consider it a bad habit that needs to be addressed. It can be done with time and patience. :)
 
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This is a training issue I feel, he is demanding because that is what he has been allowed to be. Work steadily but consistently to change this slowly. If Plum plays me up it's 'bubbyes' ! Consider it a bad habit that needs to be addressed. It can be done with time and patience. :)
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What do I need to do in order to break the habit? Do I try to ignore him or just take him back home? I recently purchased a book on clicker training that I know would do him some good, I just haven't done everything yet. As far as training goes I just have him handing me his feet so I can trim his nails. He also turns around in circles and waves. I know that he can learn at least.
 
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plumsmum2005 said:
This is a training issue I feel, he is demanding because that is what he has been allowed to be. Work steadily but consistently to change this slowly. If Plum plays me up it's 'bubbyes' ! Consider it a bad habit that needs to be addressed. It can be done with time and patience. :)
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What do I need to do in order to break the habit? Do I try to ignore him or just take him back home? I recently purchased a book on clicker training that I know would do him some good, I just haven't done everything yet. As far as training goes I just have him handing me his feet so I can trim his nails. He also turns around in circles and waves. I know that he can learn at least.[/QUOTE

Wow that's good going! If you can do that, you can break the bad habits. I return Plum to his cage, he tells me now when he knows he's been naughty - "go bubbyes" !

It can be you just walk out the room, no eye contact at all, no talking. They pick up, they really do. If it's been going a fair while be patient OK? Most of all be consistent it's essential. Good luck with your clicker training reading. :)
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Here is a full picture of the pvc play stand that I built for him. I ended up having to cut a lot of it down and redoing it because I made it too big and it wouldn't fit through any of the doors.

 
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Here is a full picture of the pvc play stand that I built for him. I ended up having to cut a lot of it down and redoing it because I made it too big and it wouldn't fit through any of the doors.

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So it was a monster play stand, was it? LOL :D
 
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He says it in such a pitiful voice too. I know he is just trying to make me feel sorry for him. Sadly it works. I think I need training on how to not be such a push over. :rolleyes:
 
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Ok, everyone. I just want to give a special thanks to Clatteringconure. With their help (and yours)I have come to view things from a different perspective. Now I know I did not break my bird and I shouldn't give up on him for just caring about me. I think I love him more than I already did and I didn't think that could even be possible. I am so glad I found this amazing group. I don't think I could have ever really forgiven myself if I re-homed my precious baby. Thank you so much guys!! :D:green:
 
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Ok, everyone. I just want to give a special thanks to Clatteringconure. With their help (and yours)I have come to view things from a different perspective. Now I know I did not break my bird and I shouldn't give up on him for just caring about me. I think I love him more than I already did and I didn't think that could even be possible. I am so glad I found this amazing group. I don't think I could have ever really forgiven myself if I re-homed my precious baby. Thank you so much guys!! :D:green:
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So pleased :D
 
You are so very welcome! I'm so happy we could help you see things from a different perspective. You and Franky clearly love each other and deserve each other. ^-^

I agree! I joined just a couple days ago and this forum I think is the best forum I've been on. Full of great and caring people. :)
 
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