Newbie here- Thinking about buying a B&G Macaw, need some advice

[DAROCK]

Psychocircus91 - I'm glad to be back,and thank you very much

Chesphoto - Thanks for your input,looks like I'll go with a cage,probably a used on,and look up a Grey for adoption in NY


Turquoise - Thank you very much,trust me,I'm very happy to be back. I feel that I need as much input and help from you all as much as I can,Elvis is the greatest. Love your pics, stunning colors I'm on the hunt for a Grey,most likely adopting or maybe Craigs. What do you think ? Thanks

 

[psychocircus91]

Just be aware that if you do adopt, you work will likely be a little tougher in training this time. However, adopting is one of the best things you can do!

It's also nice to see that even though people had doubts 3 years ago, you're still passionate about birds and all is well.

 

[DAROCK]

Thanks man,I appreciate it. Elvis is great,and a wonderful addition to the family,but I really feel he needs one of his own to interact in a way. Adoption is the only thing I can afford at this time,I'm also coming across some that need to be re-homed as well

 

[Richelle]

Hi I'm new to the forum but have plenty of experience as I live with a blue and gold macaw and like some other people said a basement isn't the best place to keep a macaw. They really thrive on social interaction and need to be in the main room of a house. Even if you are busy around the house it's more mentally stimulating for them to see what's going on etc. They are extremely loud like really very loud . . . it can hurt your ears so if you're sensitive to that you might think of a different breed of bird. Also with the bird in the basement if you are in another part of the house he will call to you very loudly. Macaws are from south america in the rain forests and its their instinct to call to their mates/flock which might be very far away so their voices are loud so that it can carry. They need a lot of time and mental stimulation or they can develop some bad habits but they're very intellegent and quite good at talking. Our macaw at the house is also pretty good at getting out of his cage. At one point we had to put locks on it so that he wouldn't let himself out lol. One more point to keep in mind is that they live a very long time so make sure you know their will be someone prepared to care for him if he outlives you. Best of luck to you!

 

[Richelle]

sorry didn't know you had changed your mind. I know someone who breeds timneh greys and ships. he's a very good breeder. if you want i can give you his info. i myself am getting a greencheek conure from him next week!