PET PARROTSPet parrots are the ultimate pet. They are by far the most amusing of pets. And they are the one and only animal, beside humans, that is capable of human speech. Whether or not a particular individual parrot ever talks will only depend on the training they are given, but the very fact that its kin are capable of this stunning achievement dramatically indicates how intelligent these birds are. Parrots , like Quaker When you bring a parrot into your home, it seeks neither independence nor subordination, but rather to become a fully-fledged member of the family, as an equal. They are extremely social animals. They typically bond very tightly with other individuals, and as a pet they will willingly and happily accept a human as their "partner". This, of course, is far different than a cat accepting a human as its provider, or a dog accepting a human as its master. And thus, the parrot requires a totally different approach and a fine-tuned understanding. The parrot who does not receive this approach and understanding can rapidly turn into the "parrot from Hell." The individual who does not have the time, energy, patience, facilities and personality to deal with parrots should not have one. Every parrot is a clever, resourceful and sensitive creature that will crave stimulation and attention. Parrots are not finches or canaries that can be left alone in a cage all day. They are not a pet to be fed and forgotten. They require far more attention than even dogs. Indeed, a parrot should really be considered more of a roommate than a pet. Another thing to carefully consider is the longevity of parrots. A pet hamster lasts around 2 years; a dog maybe 15 or so. With some species of parrot, you enter for possibly a 50-year plus commitment before it dies You will find that the dedicated parrot person cannot envision life without their beloved birds. Parrots' childlike quality, their intelligence, their quirky, hilarious mannerisms, their endearing jabber, their unsurpassed beauty, their complete devotion to their human friends render parrots the most magical of all creatures willing to share their lives with the right person.
Points to Consider:· The first and most important consideration is your Expectation. If you possess the time, energy and love to give to a fascinating companion and are truly interested in the magic that birds can bring to your life, then you are probably a good candidate for bird ownership. · The second thing to consider is your Living Conditions. If you live in an apartment, with other people, with children or with other pets (including other birds), you will need to carefully consider how a bird is going to affect your total situation. Are you home enough to care for a pet that needs such attention? Are you prepared to deal with the mess that many birds make? Do you travel often? Some birds may not be compatible with your style of living. · The third consideration is your own Personality. Some birds are quiet, unobtrusive and hardly noticeable as household entities. But others are loud, boisterous, rowdy and rule a home as if they are lords of the manor · Your fourth consideration is the Source of your bird. From where and whom are you buying your pet, say a Monk Parakeet? Try to buy directly from a breeder, or at least from a pet shop that specializes in birds. Inspect the bird physically, and look for one that has clear eyes and nostrils, nice shiny feathers, an alert expression, no noticeable defects and one that is not overly aggressive or seems desperate to flee. Always insist on a guarantee that you can take the bird to your veterinarian for a complete health checkup and return it for a full refund if it is diseased or otherwise seriously flawed. · Try to buy a very young hand-fed bird, preferably a just-weaned youngster. Do not take on the responsibility of hand-feeding yourself unless you are very experienced. An inexperienced hand-feeder can easily kill the bird. Be wary of taking on an older bird, and don't buy a bird you suspect was wild-caught or imported; these do not make the best pets. · You must also carefully consider the Financial Investment you are making in this pet. Not just the initial purchase, which, of course, can be very significant, but also the on-going cost of proper pet care - cage, toys, food, inevitable vet bills, pet-sitting, etc. All of this can add up to a considerable continuing expense. It's only worth it, of course, if you are in love with this pet. · Whatever you do, read as much as you can about the type of bird that you are thinking of acquiring. Talk to people who own - or better yet breed and raise - your kind of bird. Then prepare to be enchanted by your brand new family member. There is nothing like a pet bird! Discover How To Stop Your Bird Biting, Screaming And Feather Plucking. And How To Take Proper Care Of Your Feathered Friend- -helping Bird Owners Solve Their Desperate Problems.Click Here! |
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Parrots may not be simply repeating what they have been conditioned to say; many of these birds actually understand what they are saying. Some scholars are now suggesting that parrots are perhaps the most intelligent of all birds. It is their incredible intelligence that makes caretaking a parrot such a marvelous experience and/or sometimes so demanding.