Boy, Mac is getting to be a real bear Grrrrrrrrr

mtdoramike said:

He has started growling at us quite a bit. First thing in the morning, I openup his cage, he comes over and growls especially when I put food in his bowl. Then any time he is riding with me and I put him on his cage or playstand, he will growl. He'll growl even when I walk by his cage. He's not nippy or bitey or any of that. But does seem to be a bit moody especially when we have to lock him up during the day when we both have to go out.

He's been to the vet a couple of weeks ago and all is good with him. He's turning 4 next month so I'm figuring hormonal. He's still chewing and bobbing off his feathers. So that habit is a work in progress.

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Comparing Mac to a Bear LoL

It does sound cute when they make bear noises, glad you are being cautious.

Mishka used to growl just like a Lion (gee how our birds differ) LoL
When he began, I was also worried something is amiss.
I started telling him Lion and began growling like one.
He soon stopped growling..watch the video, sure to bring a smile to your face

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFztIlfnsXg"]Amazing Talking African Grey Mishka - Parrot Or A ? - YouTube[/ame]

Adinafloyd said:

Awww, Mishka is adorable. I am just trying so hard to get our lil bundle to like us. She has been with us a week yet still acts scared of us. I just dont know how long it will take her to accept us. I hope is soon.

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[FONT=&quot] A bird must have time to settle down and adjust. Just imagine how many new things the bird has encountered, in a week. So many new faces and voices, it must be so scary.
To gain your trust could take days, weeks, months even years. Each and every bird is so different. She obviously feels a comfort zone is her cage.
Sit near the cage, talking and singing to the bird. Let her become familiar with your voice. Leaving the cage door open, offer her treats through the bars at first. When she willingly accepts them, try placing a treat near the open door. Eventually she will starts taking the treats from the door, make no attempt to touch her. When she does come out, she will probably climb around on the cage. Let her explore in her own time. To get her back in, place a treat inside the cage, making sure it's visible.

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Cowtown said:

Cute video... love ya both

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Thanks Mike

We luf ya moooooooore

Mishka sends birdie kisses

kc_y0 said:

Haha that video is ADORABLE! <3 I love birdy growls lol!

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They all sound so cute when making all the different sounds.

Spiritbird said:

I think birdie grows are funny but it is one of the ways they show emotions. Hope it passes quickly and you have Mac the lover back soon.

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Spiritbird said:

I think birdie grows are funny but it is one of the ways they show emotions. Hope it passes quickly and you have Mac the lover back soon.

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