training

[valerie]

I got Rio last night and he has been in his cage the whole day, I would like him to get comfortable in his new surroundings, but how long before i try taking him out, he has never been held or been out of his cage. Or should i first try getting him to take food from my hand to get comfortable with me around i dont want to stress him out.

 

[Rio Mom]

Definately take it slow, give him time to get used to everything. Sit near his cage and talk quietly to him. You can try offering him things through the bars, but just take your time.

 

[antoinette]

[FONT=&quot]Your bird must have time to settle down and adjust.
To gain your trust could take days, weeks, months even years. Each and every bird is so different. He obviously feels a comfort zone is his cage.
Sit near the cage, talking and singing to the bird. Let him become familiar with your voice. Leaving the cage door open, offer him treats through the bars at first. When he willingly accepts them, try placing a treat near the open door. Eventually he will starts taking the treats from the door, make no attempt to touch him. When he does come out, he will probably climb around on the cage. Let him explore in his own time. To get him back in, place a treat inside the cage, making sure it's visible.
Keep us posted with his progress

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[valerie]

Thanks you

 

[DAVIS]

I will agree with you man.Give him time to be familiar and do his self adjust with you friend.Actually the birds,animals have behavior and adjustments problems too.