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jamieray5854 · Jul 8, 2017

She is 3 1/2yrs old. We've had her for a week. Trying to figure out what to feed her and how...as far as fruits and veggies go....

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Inger · Jul 8, 2017

Marcy! Hi you little cutie!! What's her current diet?

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jamieray5854 · Jul 8, 2017

Inger said:
Marcy! Hi you little cutie!! What's her current diet?

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She was sent home with this and millet. He said she like kiwis and apples. Not sure how to feed it too her though cause she only takes a couple pecks. Don't know what veggies she likes...he hasn't messaged me back yet grrr....

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Inger · Jul 8, 2017

Ok I'm far from an expert, and mostly I'll be rehashing what other folks have said here. And full disclosure: Bumble's breeder weaned her on to fresh food and she eats everything I put in front of her, so I'm lucky and haven't had to do any of this stuff I'll mention below.

First and foremost, an all seed diet is not good for her. Too much fat. An ideal diet would be (in this order) fresh veggies, fresh fruit, pellets, seeds. Oh and I'm the fresh category they can also have pasta and grains and potatoes and sprouts (sprout your own. Super easy and birds LOVE them).

As for what she likes-experiment. Just give her everything and see if she'll eat it. If she doesn't like it, prepare it differently (cooked instead of raw, cut into bigger/smaller shapes, etc.). Eat with her (use your own plate - our saliva is toxic to them). If she sees you enjoying something she might decide to try it. Wait a week and give her whatever she didn't like last week. Rotate it so it stays interesting. Have fun exploring options with her. I've tried several new things since Bumble came home.

Pellets: there are a million brands. I picked Harrison's because it seems to be high quality and I'm able to get it locally. Regardless of what you choose, the Harrison's website has information on how to do a drastic diet change that may be helpful.

Oh and make sure you get that little sweetheart into a certified avian vet for a new bird well-check. They will also be able to help you with diet and it's a good idea to establish a relationship before you need one.

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wrench13 · Jul 9, 2017

Certified avian vet sooner then later, for a full wellness check up. They should be running a complete set of tests, when she is feeling good, so that if something comes up, they have a base line of data to work from. It's the single most thing you owe your new parrot to have.

jamieray5854 · Jul 9, 2017

Inger said:
Ok I'm far from an expert, and mostly I'll be rehashing what other folks have said here. And full disclosure: Bumble's breeder weaned her on to fresh food and she eats everything I put in front of her, so I'm lucky and haven't had to do any of this stuff I'll mention below.

First and foremost, an all seed diet is not good for her. Too much fat. An ideal diet would be (in this order) fresh veggies, fresh fruit, pellets, seeds. Oh and I'm the fresh category they can also have pasta and grains and potatoes and sprouts (sprout your own. Super easy and birds LOVE them).

As for what she likes-experiment. Just give her everything and see if she'll eat it. If she doesn't like it, prepare it differently (cooked instead of raw, cut into bigger/smaller shapes, etc.). Eat with her (use your own plate - our saliva is toxic to them). If she sees you enjoying something she might decide to try it. Wait a week and give her whatever she didn't like last week. Rotate it so it stays interesting. Have fun exploring options with her. I've tried several new things since Bumble came home.

Pellets: there are a million brands. I picked Harrison's because it seems to be high quality and I'm able to get it locally. Regardless of what you choose, the Harrison's website has information on how to do a drastic diet change that may be helpful.

Oh and make sure you get that little sweetheart into a certified avian vet for a new bird well-check. They will also be able to help you with diet and it's a good idea to establish a relationship before you need one.

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Fresh is what I'm after, I thought it was strange he didn't mention too much about fresh food. I will be changing that...Her vet records will be this week. And Monday I'll be making an appointment [emoji4]

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LeaKP · Jul 9, 2017

All good advice!

Now may I swoon over another cute parrotlet? Ahhhhh adorable! Welcome!

jamieray5854 · Jul 9, 2017

She is obsessed with phones! Lol

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Inger · Jul 9, 2017

jamieray5854 said:
Fresh is what I'm after, I thought it was strange he didn't mention too much about fresh food. I will be changing that...Her vet records will be this week. And Monday I'll be making an appointment [emoji4]

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Not everyone knows that birds need a lot of variety and fresh foods. Marcy is lucky she found you. How come the previous owner rehomed her?

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jamieray5854 · Jul 9, 2017

Inger said:
jamieray5854 said:

Fresh is what I'm after, I thought it was strange he didn't mention too much about fresh food. I will be changing that...Her vet records will be this week. And Monday I'll be making an appointment [emoji4]

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Not everyone knows that birds need a lot of variety and fresh foods. Marcy is lucky she found you. How come the previous owner rehomed her?

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He's in college and recently just got a job also. And found that he didn't have enough time to spend with her as he used too. He just wanted her to have a good home. He gave her to us for free along with her cage and accessories.

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Inger · Jul 9, 2017

jamieray5854 said:
Inger said:

jamieray5854 said:

Fresh is what I'm after, I thought it was strange he didn't mention too much about fresh food. I will be changing that...Her vet records will be this week. And Monday I'll be making an appointment [emoji4]

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Click to expand...

Not everyone knows that birds need a lot of variety and fresh foods. Marcy is lucky she found you. How come the previous owner rehomed her?

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Click to expand...

He's in college and recently just got a job also. And found that he didn't have enough time to spend with her as he used too. He just wanted her to have a good home. He gave her to us for free along with her cage and accessories.

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Aren't you lucky! Thank you for taking this little sweetheart in and giving her a good home. Im looking forward to seeing her around [emoji846]

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jamieray5854 · Jul 9, 2017

I was shocked! She's a perfect fit. Everyone loves her ☺

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AmyMyBlueFront · Jul 13, 2017

Parrolets and Quackers..amazing a beautiful little bundles of energy and love

Marcy is gorgeous and lucky she found you. Sounds like you are on the right path in helping in getting her as healthy as can be. Thanks for taking her in and a big WELCOME to this awesome forum.
Please remember....there are never any "dumb" questions asked,so if you have concerns ask away!!
Oh...and PICTURES are a prerequisite for joining!!!!!

Jim

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