Training Help!

[StephanieJimmerson]

I just got my 1 1/2 year old senegal parrot yesterday. She is sweet (does not bite), but she does not step up and freaks out when I try to get her out of the cage. I decided to start from square one with training. She has no problem eating treats from my hand, so I figured I need to start clicking. But I need to know 1. how often do I need to give her "clicked" treats? 2. How many treats per session? 3. When should I start to try target training? Also, when I sit next to her cage, she is very relaxed and acts silly. Do I need to form a better bond before I start training? Do I need to let her get better familar with her new environment before I start?

 

[birdmama61]

You need to let her get used to her surroundings . Think of it like this someone comes in and takes you away from everything you know , think of how you would react . I would say let her settle down for a couple of days or weeks even. Also do you have other birds and if so I hope you are quarantining . You know she is safe , she does not and she has to realize that she is safe as well before you can even start training . Good luck and you should have a friend for a long time .

 

[suebee]

i would say let her settle a little, these are forward little birds and you have not mentioned how she was with her last family

continue giving treats by hand for now an the sitting near her cage

is she flighted
how big is her cage
what kind of toys does she like best

i have no idea on clicker training, but what ever training you decide to do, you must keep up with it

 

[IolaniAviary]

It can take time to get used to a new home. The first step is to allow the bird out of the cage, open the door and wait for her to come out. Once she is out you can offer millet and treats, talk in a soft voice, and try to slowly interact more and more with her. It definitely takes time with any bird.

 

[StephanieJimmerson]

She is the only bird in the house. Her last family had other birds, and the owner said that she couldn't get her to step up, so she gently grabbed her. The owner also said that she loves to cuddle on chest and to hide in hair. Her cage is plenty big enough, and she hasn't shown too much interest in any of her toys. Yes, I sit right next to the cage and she likes it.

 

[Karigan]

When I brought my girl home, I just sat by her cage and waited until she climbed onto me. This went on for about three weeks before she was comfortable enough for me to take her out of her cage. She needs to feel secure before she can be trained.