Step up and target training

[Laurasea]

Bird Tricks video so great to see it in action
GCC , also shows that after a couple of success you should give a break. If you know green cheeks you could see the failure coming. Also important notice how the hesitant, and hand withdrawal can teach bites. But the the parenys step in with guidance. So great to see step up in action, tge use of clickers and target.
( KitKat thanks for referencing them)

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Oops will try again

 

[1oldparroter]

Birdtricks (on the youtube.com search window) is one of my favorites. However, don't forget the forums here. jh

 

[MrsMarvel09]

Hi all, may I ask how you even attempt target/clicker training with a 4 mo irn that won't even think about stepping up? Thanks

 

[Cottonoid]

Hi all, may I ask how you even attempt target/clicker training with a 4 mo irn that won't even think about stepping up? Thanks

I think that clicker/target training can come before step up. At least I hope so because my ringneck is not going to step up any time soon

In general once you figure out the actions you want to teach, you can then try to break it down into smaller steps for how your individual bird reacts. The first step is linking getting a favorite treat with the clicker sound or a marker word like "yes!" Is your bird pretty tame and comfortable around you? If so the typical target training method should work ok - using a target stick held in front of them and clicking/marking when they move to bite it, then reward right away.

 

[MrsMarvel09]

I think that clicker/target training can come before step up. At least I hope so because my ringneck is not going to step up any time soon

In general once you figure out the actions you want to teach, you can then try to break it down into smaller steps for how your individual bird reacts. The first step is linking getting a favorite treat with the clicker sound or a marker word like "yes!" Is your bird pretty tame and comfortable around you? If so the typical target training method should work ok - using a target stick held in front of them and clicking/marking when they move to bite it, then reward right away.

Hi & thank you! Yes, I'd say he's fairly comfortable around me, I've only had him for 3.5 weeks and he's (or she) just turned 4 mo. From some previous posts I've read, I feel fortunate that he will take treats/veggies from me & will sit on my shoulder for a but but then wants to get my ears. I believe he may have had his 1st tantrum today as there were toys being thrown, he was yakking at me and was obviously upset about something so I left him be for a while & he's ok now it is my 1st bird & yes I know what they say about them being a poor choice for 1st time owners but I'm 54, all children are grown & I have tons of patience & love to give so I'm up for the challenge! I just wasn't sure where to start with training when they don't/ won't step up yet but we'll get there & best of luck to you too!

 

[MrsMarvel09]

Hi & thank you! Yes, I'd say he's fairly comfortable around me, I've only had him for 3.5 weeks and he's (or she) just turned 4 mo. From some previous posts I've read, I feel fortunate that he will take treats/veggies from me & will sit on my shoulder for a but but then wants to get my ears. I believe he may have had his 1st tantrum today as there were toys being thrown, he was yakking at me and was obviously upset about something so I left him be for a while & he's ok now it is my 1st bird & yes I know what they say about them being a poor choice for 1st time owners but I'm 54, all children are grown & I have tons of patience & love to give so I'm up for the challenge! I just wasn't sure where to start with training when they don't/ won't step up yet but we'll get there & best of luck to you too!

P.s. I also adore animals of any & all kind & do not give up

 

[Cottonoid]

Oh wow, what a beautiful IRN!! It sounds like you're off to a great start already.

Here's another target training video I like but partly because I'm obsessed with her branches everywhere

 

[Laurasea]

Beautiful girl!! And sounds like you guys are doing absolutely amazing!

 

[MrsMarvel09]

Oh wow, what a beautiful IRN!! It sounds like you're off to a great start already.

Here's another target training video I like but partly because I'm obsessed with her branches everywhere

Thank you so much! I'm definitely going to watch right now !

 

[MrsMarvel09]

Beautiful girl!! And sounds like you guys are doing absolutely amazing!

Thank you