kvance2017
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- Feb 8, 2020
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Hello everyone! I’m new to small birds- always had cockatoos and macaws prior to this point. I am currently struggling to bond with a 4 month old (supposedly handfed baby lovebird, Kiwi). I have had Kiwi for a month now and feel like I have made no progress. Kiwi’s cage is right beside my recliner. I spend time talking to him, maintaining the cage, and feeding him etc. Kiwi’s wings were clipped prior to me getting him/her. Kiwi still stays as far away from me as possible- will not take any food or treats from my hand. Goes ballistic when anything has to be done inside the cage... I am not getting any bonding in and really want to get to a point where he wants to be out of the cage socializing- like shoulder rides or at least sitting on my hand... I am desperately missing my larger more social birds. Any advice welcomed...