Comoriri
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Now I'm not the most experienced bird owner, but I've owned multiple budgies in the past, and I think most can agree that parakeets are one of the most fragile birds. I'm not saying all birds aren't fragile- because they are. Birds are wonderful, smart, and clever little things who'll end up in a mess of trouble a lot of times, even with the most hawk-eyed person.
I've heard multiple stories from loved ones on how they've mistakenly ended the lives of their precious little birds- and how much it hurts. As someone who's had a similar experience (a pretty traumatic one at that), you want to keep these lil' guys as safe as possible in their environment.
Now with that, it's onto the big question:
How do I keep it safe?
First off, not everyone can bird-proof their whole entire house, even if you can, birds are clever and can still get into trouble. While watching over your bird, keep an active lookout in its surroundings. See a sharp object that wasn't there before? Put it away. Someone turned something hot on and forgot it? Turn it off asap. See your dog/cat/little sibling charging at your bird? Don't go for the bird, go for the threat, once the threat is handled, gently but swiftly grab the bird. The bird will be confused and frightened, and may even bite, but keep your grip tight but gentle, and move it away from danger. Let it rest at it's cage for a bit to calm down.
What do I do if my budgie is in mid-danger?
The last thing you want to do is panic, panicking can wind you up with a dead bird and a broken heart. Remain cool, calm, and collected as you gently move your bird away from any danger. If it is bonded with you, put it on your shoulder and take it to it's cage, if it is not, keep it in your hand with a tight but gentle grip to avoid hurting it yourself. Keep one state of mind- protect, do not freak out, move with swiftness and gentleness, and remain calm to the best of your ability.
Honestly, I posted this thread in the budgie topic as they're one of the most fragile and easy-to-lose birds, but this seriously goes for any bird, even macaws. (With, of course, changing a few things such as how you get your bird out of the dangerous situation depending on their size and whatnot)
I really hope everyone's bird remains safe, healthy, and happy, and that I could provide good and accurate information from what I know and my experiences.
I've heard multiple stories from loved ones on how they've mistakenly ended the lives of their precious little birds- and how much it hurts. As someone who's had a similar experience (a pretty traumatic one at that), you want to keep these lil' guys as safe as possible in their environment.
Now with that, it's onto the big question:
How do I keep it safe?
First off, not everyone can bird-proof their whole entire house, even if you can, birds are clever and can still get into trouble. While watching over your bird, keep an active lookout in its surroundings. See a sharp object that wasn't there before? Put it away. Someone turned something hot on and forgot it? Turn it off asap. See your dog/cat/little sibling charging at your bird? Don't go for the bird, go for the threat, once the threat is handled, gently but swiftly grab the bird. The bird will be confused and frightened, and may even bite, but keep your grip tight but gentle, and move it away from danger. Let it rest at it's cage for a bit to calm down.
What do I do if my budgie is in mid-danger?
The last thing you want to do is panic, panicking can wind you up with a dead bird and a broken heart. Remain cool, calm, and collected as you gently move your bird away from any danger. If it is bonded with you, put it on your shoulder and take it to it's cage, if it is not, keep it in your hand with a tight but gentle grip to avoid hurting it yourself. Keep one state of mind- protect, do not freak out, move with swiftness and gentleness, and remain calm to the best of your ability.
Honestly, I posted this thread in the budgie topic as they're one of the most fragile and easy-to-lose birds, but this seriously goes for any bird, even macaws. (With, of course, changing a few things such as how you get your bird out of the dangerous situation depending on their size and whatnot)
I really hope everyone's bird remains safe, healthy, and happy, and that I could provide good and accurate information from what I know and my experiences.