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Question: How can I build a close bond to a 10 year old African Grey Parrot?

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have you tried taking him out.....maybe the cinema or a nice meal?

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i think most birds are like that, they act like they will bite you if you try to pick them up. When you pick them up make sure that they are comfortable on the way you get them. Some birds don't want to be touch; some learn how to step on the fingers. My bird step on my finger and whenever I tried to pick him up the other way, he will attack me. If I let him just step on my finger then no attack occurs. Sometimes my bird does not want to step up at all and bite my finger, but the bite is not really hard it is just like he is pushing away my finger and saying leave him alone.

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I train Greys & in my opinion you need to become his special girl! To do this you be the only one who gives him treats for a while. The only one to sing his favourite song e.c.t. He will really start to look forward to seeing you. Give him loads of praise. You can much better than replace the other girl, you can build a new & much srtonger bond with your Grey. Commit to spending time with him, make him feel special.When you feel confident enough you ccan perhaps touch his head to start with, dont worry if he trys to nip you its not personal. Take it slowly & explain to him that you only want to be his freind, its amazing how they pick up on our intentions. Make your time with him fun, when you are ready you can offer him a stcick to step onto that way he cant bite your hand. I love older Greys they are so wise & Im sure he will accept your love with time & patience.

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Greys can be a little tricky, they don't always show the classic warnings before they bite. But some of those signs are: Pinning eyes, all he neck and head feathers coming up along with a low growl. Yes, they do look very funny while they are doing this. Sometimes they will lower their head as if to invite a scratch, then turn quickly for a bite. But Greys usually bite and release quickly, they generally don't hold on.

Since he is willing to take treats from your fingers, try to engage him by teaching him some phrases. African Greys are incredibly smart, the have the intelligence of an average 5 year old child. And they enjoy mental stimulation. Start off by using the reward system, say an easy phrase or word you want him to learn, then when he makes a sound, give him the treat. Most Greys love unsalted cashews. Start off by working with him through the bars of his cage, then through the open door. He will learn quickly that this kind of interaction with you will get him a treat, and soon he will be inviting you to "play". Also this will teach him that he can trust you.

Once you have earned his trust, it is time for the next step. The "Step Up" command. He probably already knows this, now it is your turn to learn how it works.
I personally don't like to stick train, but since he is an adult with a mind of his own, you may need to use a stick at first. You will be in the best position to determine if it is safe to use your hand without taking a bite. Gently push your index finger against his keel (breast bone), saying in a firm voice "Step Up". He may try to push your hand (or stick) away, but be persistent and praise him when he does it right. Once he is stepping onto your hand willingly, have him step from hand to hand like a ladder, giving the command each time. This is a great trust builder, and when you have accomplished this your bond will be well underway.

Also check out Alex, the amazing talking African Grey. Alex was for 30 years the star pupil of Dr. Irene Peperburgh in her study if avian intelligence, Alex (Avian Learning Experiment).
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